Find the perfect Essex Fells real estate agent

After working over 20 years in the fashion industry, James Hughes decided it was time for a change. A skills assessment test yielded that a career as a real estate broker was a perfect fit for him. In 2004, James earned his New Jersey real estate license and immediately decided to bring his professionalism and keen negotiation skills to under-served communities. James continues to build his business and reputation one satisfied customer at a time by helping them either sell or buy real estate in northern New Jersey. He has a special talent for successfully navigating complex real estate transactions. James attributes a large portion of his client base to referrals from satisfied clients. This is evident by his 5-star rating on real estate websites Zillow and Trulia. James quickly embraced systems and models that enabled him to serve the needs of more people and grow his business from helping an average of 30 families per year to helping over 80 families last year. In 2018, James was, according to REALTrends, the #40 individual agent in America for contracts closed. He has also received the New Jersey Realtors® Circle of Excellence Sales Award six years in a row. In 2019, James announced the launch of The James Hughes Team which includes a marketing specialist, administrative assistant and two buyer agents who provide high touch personalized service from contract to close. When asked to describe the team's mission, James said... "We do what we do where we do it to serve communities that have been underserved by real estate practitioners. We seek to raise the bar by providing an excellent and professional client experience to home sellers and buyers. We take our stewardship of this mission seriously. And, we are building a sustainable business model one satisfied client at a time." If you live in it, work in it or relax in it – The James Hughes Team can help you sell it or you buy it.

"James went above and beyond to get my home sold quickly. Thanks to his expertise my home was listed ..."

Alan Ellenbogen is the listing agent half of the dynamic Team Ellenbogen. Alan Ellenbogen has proven his outstanding performance to both sellers and buyers by receiving the NJAR Circle of Excellence Sales Award-Gold in addition to being awarded the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New Jersey Properties Chairman's Award. They don't depend on listing price alone to sell a home, they create buyer activity to get you the highest price possible in the shortest amount of time-Their Signature Strategy. Team Ellenbogen uses a multifaceted technology driven Visual Marketing Campaign to sell your home that yields results which are repeated on a consistent basis. For their sellers, they use innovative technologies, such as Talking Narrated Virtual Tours, along with a team of specialists to assist you through the process: stagers, professional photographers, home repair specialists and Internet Real Estate Marketing experts. They show a level of dedication because they are committed to YOU: your needs, your vision, your dreams. They don't expect you to take their word for it. Just read their recommendations.

Proven record of over 200 listings and sales in Northern New Jersey. Deep knowledge of the local market. Thorough understanding of structure, architecture and design of houses. Hands-on staging. Sophisticated digital marketing techniques. Top notch resources to overcome stumbling blocks during the sales process.

"A really delightful experience working with "Lina" or Pauline. We felt like she really listened to u..."

The process of buying or selling a house can be easy and successful. I have over 25 years of professional experience in management primarily with finance, architecture and construction firms involved in real estate ventures. With the knowledge gained working many aspects of a business deal, I believe that working with informed clients makes for a winning transaction. My goal is to build a relationship with my clients to understand their particular needs so that I can focus my efforts effectively on your behalf. I'm involved with various organizations which provide me valuable information to share with clients regarding the local communities, schools, town scene, etc. I have listed and sold homes in Montclair, Glen Ridge, Verona, Bloomfield, West Orange, the Caldwells, Short Hills, Millburn, Maplewood, Livingston, Clifton, Ridgewood and many other towns in Essex, Morris and Bergen counties. To remain a top expert in real estate, Elaine attends numerous professional seminars annually and keeps current her affiliations with the National Association of Realtors, the NJ Association of Realtors, the West Essex Board of Realtors and is also a member of both the Garden State and the New Jersey MLS. Elaine moved from Park Slope, Brooklyn to Upper Montclair some 20 years ago and admits that she was concerned about missing the diversity in people, cultures and food that she so loved about the city. She quickly realized that living here gave her the best of city living in a more user friendly environment and she has never looked back! Elaine resides in Upper Montclair with her partner and son where she enjoys being involved in local and regional organizations including the Montclair Special Education Parent Advisory Council (PAC), Relay for Life, Dress for Success, Rainbow Families of New Jersey (RFNJ), UMDNJ Medial Students & Families Awareness Program, NJ Center for Outreach and Services for the Autism Community (COSAC), Autism Speaks and Autism Now. Professionally, Elaine is a member of the West Essex Board of Realtors where she has served on several committees, including Realtors Political Action Committee, Grievance Committee and Realtor of the Year. As a relocation director, Elaine is involved with The New York Metro Group and Women in Relocation. Elaine regularly presents Home Buying and Home Selling classes through the Adult School of Montclair and at area libraries and NYC forums. Elaine has a graduate degree from Syracuse University and is fluent in Arabic. “I believe that home is sacred and that it is a privilege to assist someone with buying or selling a home,” notes Elaine. “It’s not just about the transaction. My focus is to connect with clients, earn their respect and to be a positive part of their real estate experience. If clients trust our working relationship, they will feel confident to refer their friends and family to me. That is the best acknowledgement of a job well done”. It’s that attitude that people expect and appreciate when working with Elaine.

The last 13 years have brought success to both Vanessa and her clients, as she has negotiated and closed new housing for dozens of families, amounting to over $200,000,000 in sales. Currently, the Leader of a top Team at Keller Williams Midtown Direct Realty, she was previously the #1 Agent for all 3 offices at her former franchise, as well as the #1 Agent in the Maplewood and Short Hills Offices. This simply means that Vanessa’s formula for marketing, service and generosity is winning! Vanessa is a full-time agent for northern NJ and appeared in two seasons of the real estate show “Bought & Sold” on HGTV. Vanessa, her husband and their 3 children reside in Maplewood, NJ, after having lived in both NYC and Downtown Jersey City, as well as South Orange. She is a proud SOMA School District parent, who is active at church and in the community. Vanessa has a mission/vision to give back to her community in ways that surprise people and have a lasting impact. Her sales goals are important because they help her reach as many people as possible with service that is fair, honest, ethical and at a concierge-level. Just as important is her “giving goal” though. The team raised and donated over $100,000 in the last 5 years to local community events, initiatives and client-chosen charities; Vanessa and the team hope to increase the giving every year to come. #CareServeGive

I have over twenty years of experience in both commercial and residential real estate. As a full-time, full-service agent I focus on unbeatable performance in three areas: positioning properties to sell, negotiating the best deal, and coordinating the closing details. Today’s buyers are demanding homes that are much more than “move-in ready.” Creating that transformation takes knowing the updates and details that make the big impact and create an emotional connection with buyers. I have been incorporating home staging as part of my full-service approach long before it became a hot topic. My expertise has helped my clients to achieve better sale prices and shorter times on market. My success has been acknowledged by being selected to host a segment of NBC’s LXTV Open House NYC, offering staging tips. I also provide my clients the knowledge and support of an expert team of real estate, marketing, finance, legal and home improvement professionals. My husband, Geoffrey, is also a licensed real estate agent and provides professional marketing and photography support for every client we work with. I market homes to their best advantage, publicizing them on all the major real estate websites, and the two largest local MLS sites, for unmatched exposure to buyers and their agents. I focus on three local market areas: Glen Ridge/Montclair, West Essex (the Caldwells, Essex Fells, Roseland, Verona, and Cedar Grove), and Bloomfield/Nutley. I am very familiar with the entire northern New Jersey area, and have worked successfully with clients from Cape May to Bergen County. As a consistent top performer, my New Jersey Association of Realtors and local real estate office sales recognition include: New Jersey Association of Realtors NJAR Circle of Excellence 2016 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2015 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2014 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2013 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2012 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2011 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2009 – Bronze NJAR Circle of Excellence 2008 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2006 – Silver NJAR Circle of Excellence 2005 – Bronze Office Awards 2017 – Keller Williams Cap Status Achieved at 6 Months. 2015 – Top Selling Agent for Coldwell Banker, Caldwell NJ Office. Coldwell Banker Monthly Office Awards: January 2016 - #2 November 2015 - #3 October 2015 - #2 May 2015 - #1 April 2015 - #1 October 2014 - #2 September 2014 - #1 April 2014 - #1 March 2014 - #1 December 2013 - #2 July 2013 - #2 December 2012 - #3 July 2012 - #1 November 2011 - #2 October 2011 - #3 August 2011 - #2 February 2010 - #3 December 2009 - #2 Multi-Million Dollar Club – 2010 Int’l President’s Circle – 2006

Gloria Perez is a dedicated professional who provides her Clients an amazing experience which you can read about in her Zillow reviews. Gloria is an NJAR® Repeated Circle of Excellence Winner since 2008. She is a specialist in Marketing Homes and delivering top value to Sellers and Buyers. Gloria successfully manages all Real Estate Brokerage Services.

With over 25 years of experience, I've won many prestigious awards for performance in the residential sales market and have strong ties to the area real estate community. But no one can rest on their laurels. I diligently keep abreast of the latest marketing strategies and trends through my own network and by attending professional conferences year round. Before entering real estate, I worked for Winchester Gardens assisting individuals transitioning from independent living to retirement community life. I'm a current member of the New Jersey Association of Realtors and a lifelong resident of Essex County including South Orange, Maplewood, and Short Hills.

Helene works under Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. Helene is a single family and townhome expert Selling a property in the highly desirable West Essex area demands the best of connections and requires an agent who has been a leader in within the industry. Helene has been a top producing agent within the past 25 years and has contacts to make deals happen. Over the past 25 years, Helene has proven her outstanding performance representing both buyers and sellers by receiving the distinguished New Jersey Circle of Excellence Sales award over her past 25 years of marketing and selling properties She has also attained the coveted Coldwell Banker’s “Presidents Elite” award for being in the top 1% of the company. Discerning property owners like you require the best representation available. Sellers have the right to expect an agent who concentrates exclusively on marketing their homes for top dollar with top terms.. HELENE possesses superior market knowledge and an impressive buyer clientele from the tri-state area and beyond, coupled with the resources required to market properties effectively. Helene’s 25 years of Real Estate experience encompasses her savvy marketing (social media/internet) and keen negotiating skills. She strives to offer a unique approach to the personalized service that you deserve. Homelight states: Helene is an agent who sells homes for top dollar. This real estate agent is on a home selling roll: their transaction history shows that they have sold 65% more homes this year than last. Helene has closed 27 more home sales than the average agent in the area.

Randi Bennett and Tracy Warsaw - The Power of a Pair - clients have access to two top agents. We listen to what our clients needs are and then we brainstorm to find ways to achieve their goal. Having two top agents looking out for you prevents any unnecessary complications and can give you peace of mind. By keeping her finger on the pulse of the latest trends of the Northern New Jersey real estate market, Randi Bennett is able to offer her clients top-notch guidance from start to finish. She ensures the entire process is seamless, efficient and rewarding. With over 14 years in the real estate industry, Randi saves her clients both time and money with appropriate decision making skills, expert guidance, personalized solutions based on her vast knowledge of the markets and powerful negotiation tactics. She treats her clients' needs as her own when she searches for the perfect property and helps her clients secure the best deals. She has gained the trust of previous buyers and sellers, resulting in a multitude of referrals. In her free time, Randi enjoys spending time with her family, exercising (especially on her Peloton bike), cooking, traveling, and going to the theater. Randi is a steady top producer and has received multiple awards including The Five Star Professional Award for 7 consecutive years, NJAR Distinguished Sales Club, Circle of Excellence -11 years, Re/Max Top 1 %, Re/Max Top 100 Agents, Re/Max Hall of Fame, Re/Max Chairman Club and Platinum Club. Randi is a certified Seniors Real Estate Specialist. This compliments her first career as a physical therapist perfectly. Tracy found her passion in helping people buy and sell real estate. Once you meet her, you will feel right at ease and know you are in trusted hands. Her positive attitude, straightforward style, and burning desire to exceed her client's expectations has made her a top selling agent for many years. Tracy’s calm approach and strong work ethic allow her clients to feel relaxed and confident. You will find Tracy decisive, analytical and a strong negotiator. She is always available to assist you with the many questions and hurdles that sometimes occur in your real estate transaction. She is a steady top producer in real estate and has received multiple awards including Re/Max of NJ top 100, agent of the month, NJAR Circle of Excellence, and Re/Max Platinum club. She has recently received her Seniors Real Estate Specialist certification. When she is not selling real estate, you can find Tracy spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys all aspects of healthy living, riding her Peloton bike, hiking, yoga, great restaurants, social media, travel, pop/rock/dance music, inspiring books, and a nice bottle of red! She is a Montville resident where she lives with her husband and 2 teens. With an extraordinary dedication to YOUR goals and dreams, extraordinary market knowledge, and high level of experience, you can trust Tracy to help you with all of your real estate needs. Tracy found her passion in helping people buy and sell real estate. Once you meet her, you will feel right at ease and know you are in trusted hands. Her positive attitude, straightforward style, and burning desire to exceed her client's expectations has made her a top selling agent for many years. Tracy’s calm approach and strong work ethic allow her clients to feel relaxed and confident. You will find Tracy decisive, analytical and a strong negotiator. She is always available to assist you with the many questions and hurdles that sometimes occur in your real estate transaction. She is a steady top producer in real estate and has received multiple awards including Re/Max of NJ top 100, agent of the month, NJAR Circle of Excellence, and Re/Max Platinum club. She has recently received her Seniors Real Estate Specialist certification. When she is not selling real estate, you can find Tracy spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys all aspects of healthy living, riding her Peloton bike, hiking, yoga, great restaurants, social media, travel, pop/rock/dance music, inspiring books, and a nice bottle of red! She is a Montville resident where she lives with her husband and 2 teens. With an extraordinary dedication to YOUR goals and dreams, extraordinary market knowledge, and high level of experience, you can trust Tracy to help you with all of your real estate needs.