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The interview process was unusually long and felt disorganized. I was left waiting for about 15 minutes, and the interviewers did not appear to be prepared. Their attire was not appropriate for a professional interview, which made me feel uncomfortable. Additionally, the way they spoke during the conversation was unprofessional. They made negative comments about their own customers and did not maintain the tone you would expect in an interview setting. Not to mention, they expect you to be FULLY flexible and be able to switch whenever they would like you to.  

The position was listed as entry-level with no experience required, but the expectations shared during the interview suggested otherwise. It seemed like they expected candidates to know already how to sell and manage responsibilities with minimal support. While they said they offer training, they also mentioned they would not be happy if mistakes were made, even though they admitted their current employees still make them. This created mixed messages and felt unrealistic for someone new to the role.

Van Metre is a great place to work.  So many employees get promoted multiple times and stay with the company long term.  There are multiple divisions including homebuilding and investment properties so the company is very stable. Has been around since 1965 and has many awards including Best Employer, Most Philanthropic, Healthiest Employer and others.  The pay is very competitive and the benefits are better than the average companies in this area.  They close the offices the week between Christmas and New Year’s and you do not need to use your leave.  The top level management really promote work life balance and Respect and Dignity, which is one of the company’s Core Values.

I’ve been at Van Metre in Fayetteville, NC a little over a year in the property manager role.  I’ve found the company offers hands on and experienced training and support along with a generous benefits package.  They tour their belief in work life balance and they back it up with a ton of company sponsored events, programs, and more than ample time off policies that you can use hassle free.  They stand behind their open door policy and their core beliefs.  I’d say a year in I’m happy in my role and that the job I accepted was what it was described as.  

I love the culture at Van Metre. The owners/management team really cares for the employees. They host so many team building and appreciation events that I find it difficult to find the time to attend them all (what a good problem to have!). The company is always striving to do things better which makes for a great environment where innovation and efficiencies are rewarded. The hardest part of the job is keeping up with the pace, especially as things continue to change, but those busy times are offset by company vacations to places like Jamaica (with significant others!). The most enjoyable part of the job is being part of the improvements, as well as, the people.

Its an amazing company, Theyre homes are beautiful. But I feel they are pricey. MOST of the people are nice and easy to get along with. Offices are nice and clean. I feel as if there is so much work and  
 enough people to handle it but they arent willing to pay for the help.But Van Metre does love their employees. You have monthly offices events , you usually have an event for every holiday, you have office outings with the coworkers. You have big vacation trip to places such a Jamaica,Punta Cana and other places. You get insurance.

They are very focused on providing a work life balance that is generous for their employees but nothing else. The health care insurance isn't the best and they do not want anyone to be promoted or transferred out of the employee track that they've created. I was told that "Van Metre is not in the habit of transferring employees simply because it would make their life easier"

exactly what the title says. you wont be appreciated and you wont feel like superiors have your back. You will be left to the wolves pretty regularly and when something beyond your control goes wrong good luck getting your supervisors to assist you. If you work there get ready to kiss butt to move up.

VM is a "family" type small company. It can be a gift and a curse. Can be a little clique-ish at times. The salary is lacking but VM makes up for that with bonuses, trips, incentives, and commissions. They have mental health days and family leave. It was just my time to go. I hope VM moves away from being a "family" type company.

Fired all upper level females in the company in one fell swoop. Some had been furthering the company for 30 plus years. Then they promoted infighting and turmoil amongst those who remained instead of quality and teamwork.

My time at Van Metre Companies was crucial to my development as a young adult about to graduate college. The work environment was clean and open. My coworkers were easy to work with and get along with. I learned a lot while I was there and took on tasks that helped me grow.

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