About Michael

Business Philosophy My goal is to manage the home buying or selling process according to your individual requirements. This involvement includes creating a marketing program unique to your property to attain the best price in the shortest amount of time. It also includes overseeing the numerous details that are part of the selling or buying process. Throughout the entire transaction process, I am your business partner, devoting my energy to your unique needs and concerns. Understanding that everyone's housing requirements are different, I use a varied array of marketing techniques and strategies to meet the demands of the current real estate market always striving to serve your best interests whether a buyer or seller. With a broad range of tested service providers on call , I can assist in all aspects of the transaction process from staging and repairs to the latest in internet marketing techniques. My years of experience has given me a keen insight for guiding my clients through all aspects of home purchase and negotiation. As a Certified Coldwell Banker Relocation Specialist, I have helped clients from all over the world relocate to and from New Jersey. My extensive market knowledge of Essex, Morris, Union and Somerset Counties, has been invaluable help to clients in making the decision as to where to relocate in New Jersey. Education and Training B.A. - Ohio Wesleyan University M.B.A. - University of Pittsburgh Graduate Coldwell Banker University Awards and Designations Member, New Jersey Association of Realtors Member, National Association of Realtors Member, Garden State Multiple Listing Service Member, North Central Jersey Association of Realtors Areas of Expertise My experience in sales & marketing of consumer merchandise required skills in negotiation, development of product campaigns & management of details & timelines that are critical to home buyer & seller needs. Community Involvement Elder - Wyoming Presbyterian Church of Millburn Moderator of Wyoming Church building addition program Chairperson of CBAC South Orange Co-chairman Main Street of South Orange Economic Development Committee Board member of Youth Orchestra of Essex County (YOEC) Personal Background • Completed a multiyear career in directing sales and marketing programs with two consumer product companies. Created and directed many innovated marketing and sales campaigns during these careers. • In relocating many times with the above companies, I am very sensitive to the personal stress and procedural issues in buying and selling homes through a companies relocation programs. • I have lived in South Orange since 1987. My wife and I have two daughters in the Maplewood/South Orange school system • In addition to community involvement, I enjoy a hobby of wine making Communities I Serve Millburn-Short Hills, Livingston, South Orange, Maplewood, West Orange, Montclair, Orange, Summit, Verona