About Mary

MY MISSION STATEMENT Owning a home is part of the American dream. It is a milestone in personal growth; it builds financial security and strengthens connections to the community. Buying or selling real estate combines the most important and personal components of life – family, home, and money. Additionally, these transactions are a significant financial event for most people. Each transaction is unique and important - just like the people involved. Recognizing these significant elements, it is my mission to leverage my experience and education to serve my clients' special real estate wants and needs with the utmost professionalism, attention to detail, and confidentiality. My service is Personal, Professional, and Proven. PERSONAL BACKGROUND As a resident of Scotch Plains/Westfield area for 25+ years, I have enjoyed being an active member of the community. Our six kids have grown up here - which gives me familiarity with local schools and childrens' activities. Prior to taking care of my children, I earned my Bachelor of Engineering from Vanderbilt University and worked as a licensed professional structural engineer in New York at Severud Associates Consulting Engineers, P.C. In 2012, I completed a four-year term on the Scotch Plains Town Council, serving as Deputy Mayor for a year and a half and closed out my term with a six month stint as Mayor. As your Realtor, I look forward to using my varied experience to help homeowners prepare and sell their homes in our great suburban market. My enthusiasm and knowledge also helps buyers find their new dream home. EDUCATION Licensed Realtor ABR - Accredited Buyers Representative SRES - Seniors Real Estate Specialist PSA - Pricing Strategy Advisor Smart Home Certified C.T. Whitman Excellence in Public Service Series 2008 Licensed Professional Engineer - State of New York - 1994 Vanderbilt University/ School of Engineering; Nashville, Tennessee BE 1989 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA board member 2008-2020, Board Past President Lecturer on Native American Culture (Muskogee/Creek Tribe Member) Scotch Plains Zoning Board of Adjustment, January 2008 - December 2008 Scotch Plains Planning Board Member, January 2010 - December 2012 Scotch Plains Mayor, May 2012 - December 2012 Scotch Plains Deputy Mayor, January 2011 - May 2012 Scotch Plains Town Council Member, January 2009 - December 2012 Town Council Liaison to Shared Services, PTA Council, Senior Housing Corporation, Senior Advisory (In rotation during term of office) Scotch Plains Cultural Arts Committee, 2007 - 2009 Scotch Plains Mayors Gala Committee, 2007-2012 Scotch Plains Day Committee, 2007 PTA Member - McGinn Coles Elementary Schools (Past), Terrill Middle Schools (Past), Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School (Past) COMMUNITIES I SERVE Westfield Scotch Plains Fanwood Cranford Summit Garwood Clark Berkeley Heights Kenilworth New Providence Rahway Springfield Union Watchung