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Mendham Office
8 East Main Street
Mendham, NJ 07945

Phone: 973-543-7400 ext. 29
Cell: 973-699-1615

Email: bhays@turpinrealtors.com

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The decision to join Turpin was an easy one for Brian, as he explains in his own words, "This is a firm I have known since it was founded, and it has always set the standard for quality, integrity and service." Entering the real estate industry was a natural progression for Brian, having enjoyed a 20-year career on Wall Street in sales and sales management for the national mortgage markets.

During his Wall Street years, Brian served as chairman of the board of the Bond Market Association, and has also been a consultant to commercial and mortgage banks. He co-managed a NatWest Bank unit, gaining even more mortgage and lending experience in that position. Additionally, he has worked in commercial real estate, where he became skilled in contract negotiation and securing property management assignments for the New Jersey court system.

This strong professional background is coupled by Brian's focus on his relationships with buyers and sellers. He brings high levels of professionalism and attention to individual needs, resulting in high quality service. Clients have described him as an optimistic, energized problem-solver.

Brian is a graduate of Brown University. He has lived in Mendham Township for over 40 years. Always active in the community, Brian has been chairman of the Mendham Township Tree Protection Committee for the past three years, and has been a trustee of Macculloch Hall in Morristown for over three years. He is a 30-year staff member of the Tewksbury Foot Bassets, and is a past tennis chairman of the Mendham Golf and Tennis Club.

The active life appeals to Brian, who enjoys mountain hiking in the Adirondacks and Utah’s canyon country, fresh and salt water fly fishing, and visiting art museums both here and abroad. He is married to Patricia A. Hays, an elementary school teacher at the Peck School. They are the prime babysitters for their three grandchildren.

With a wealth of financial, mortgage and real estate experience to share with his clients, Brian welcomes your call to the Mendham Office. He looks forward to assisting you with all your housing concerns.

Mendham Office
8 East Main Street
Mendham, NJ 07945

Phone: 973-543-7400 ext. 38

Email: natorino@turpinrealtors.com

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In order to be successful in today’s real estate market, Nicole is passionate in her belief that a real estate firm must provide a unique marketing approach, a friendly and supportive atmosphere, and unparalleled customer service. She found all those qualities and more at Turpin Real Estate.

Committed to delivering outstanding service while paying close attention to all the details, Nicole brings a sales and marketing background to her real estate career. In addition, she has many years of successful interior design experience. This well-rounded approach allows her to provide a strategic marketing plan for properties, while her artistic eye visualizes the untapped potential in any home. Nicole is known for putting the best interests of her clients first; she is both tenacious and enthusiastic about the transaction process.

After graduating from Catholic University in Washington, D.C. with a Bachelor of Arts degree in history, Nicole was eager to return to her native New Jersey. She studied marketing at New York University, and began a career with F. Schumacher & Co. in the marketing department of FSC Wallcoverings. After several years, she moved to the Waverly Home Division and worked closely with customers decorating their Princeton area homes.

A lifelong resident of the Garden State who grew up in Chatham and New Vernon, Nicole is currently living in Mendham with her four children. Nicole is actively involved in many local organizations including the Hilltop School Parents Association, St. Joseph’s Church, Mendham Junior Women’s Club, Mendham Newcomers and Neighbors, and The Noe Pond Club. An avid skier, she enjoys tennis and paddle tennis and long walks with her yellow Lab, Paola.

When you meet Nicole, you meet a sales associate who is dedicated to helping you achieve your housing goals. Her familiarity with the marketplace is a valuable asset to buyers and sellers who rely on her firsthand knowledge of the area. She looks forward to assisting you with all your real estate concerns.

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Mendham Office
8 East Main Street
Mendham, NJ 07945

Phone: 973-543-7400 ext. 18
Mobile: 908-930-8495
Email: bwilgus@turpinrealtors.com

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A lifelong appreciation of architecture and home styles typifies Bella's genuine interest in real estate. She specializes in luxury homes, new construction and antique residences throughout the region. Having started her real estate career in 1992, Bella put her years of experience to work on behalf of her clients to create mutually acceptable contracts for buyers and sellers.

Skilled in numerous sales techniques, Bella's expertise extends to inventory overviews, marketing strategies and data analysis. A professional approach coupled with personal attention makes her a sales associate that clients truly enjoy working with.

Bella and her husband, Jim, have lived in the area for more than 35 years, putting their children Wendy and Jimmy through the local school system. While raising the children, she worked closely with her husband in his company, Reliable Plastics, Inc. In her role as the firm's marketing director, she developed many of the successful sales skills that also translate to marketing homes.

A New Jersey native, graduate of Kean University and former fourth grade elementary school teacher, Bella possesses a thorough knowledge and understanding of the state's many unique towns and villages. Her input is invaluable when it comes to assisting buyers with their housing decisions.

Making your buying or selling experience stress-free is important to Bella, who focuses on every detail of the transaction. Her personal approach is summed up in a recent conversation when she said, "Real estate is not just a business, but the building of relationships. Every client is treated as a friend, and every friend is treated as family." This philosophy shines through in her caring, committed service. Bella looks forward to assisting you with all your real estate concerns.

Last week I discussed how to prepare the exterior of your home for selling this fall. Now, let’s move into the interior.

I know you are comfortable with the way your house looks- after all, you live there! However, not all potential buyers may feel as you do. They will know immediately if your open floor plan or main-floor master is wrong for them. But, if the great layout or number of bedrooms, etc. is overshadowed by your possessions or decorating style, they may not be able to envision themselves living in your house. The idea of walking through the house should make them feel comfortable.

First, remove all clutter. Your collections, knick knacks, and magazines are important to you, but may only distract the buyer whether he or she likes them or not. This is the most effective and least expensive way to prepare the inside! Pack them up; don’t shove them into drawers and cabinets, as the buyer will open them!

Second, clean out your closets, shelves, and drawers and then organize them. For example, line up the clothes by color in their category (i.e. skirts, pants, etc.) or arrange non-clothes closets by category (i.e. all napkins on one shelf.) The simple appearance of organized neatness implies a well-maintained home.

Third, re-arrange the furniture. Make sure that it’s positioned so that the buyers can easily walk into or through a room. Proper placement will ensure greater space within the room. Remove excess pieces that take up space or pieces that are not well-kept and store them in the basement. Use each room for its original use, a pool table in the living room implies that the living room is wasted space and you had to find something to do with it. Make sure the lighting is adequate to see the room.

Fourth, spruce up. Take one room at a time and carefully evaluate items that look worn, in a state of disrepair, or dated. This will take the most time, and possibly require some expense. Remember, it’s crucial that your buyer feel that you have maintained your home. Broken blinds, cracked tiles, or worn upholstery won’t convey that feeling. Keep the interior neutral; remove wallpaper or flashy paint colors that may prove too busy.

Throughout your preparation process, use your agent as a sounding board; ask her or him to be honest with you about what needs to be done or what you have done. You have hired a professional- experience is the best teacher!

Posted by:Mary Jane Benedetto

Bernardsville Office
163 Morristown Rd
Bernardsville, NJ 07924

Phone: 908-766-6500 x 228
Mobile: 973-224-1135
Email: cedgar@turpinrealtors.com

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Known for her upbeat nature and positive attitude, Cindy brings a wealth of experience to the Turpin team. Between her working knowledge of the area, and her artistic eye, she is a natural fit for helping families find their ideal home, and selling their existing property. Always able to see the potential in a home, she appreciates the unique history of the Somerset Hills, as well as the incredible variety of architectural styles available throughout the region. Cindy has her finger-on-the-pulse in the communities of Summit, Chatham, and Madison, and is always discovering new opportunities. Commuters from these towns appreciate the convenience and flexibility of direct train service to Manhattan, adding to their enduring appeal.

After living in Manhattan for many years, she and her husband Clarke wanted a different quality of life to raise their family. They longed for a classic town and country lifestyle: easy access to the city on a commuter train, along with the peaceful setting of an established community. Chatham, where they have lived since 1990, proved to be the perfect solution for them.

As a buyer for a major retail store in New York City since 1982, Cindy used her vision, innovation and imagination every day. Cindy also did interior design work for several clients in this area. She was drawn to Turpin based on the company's commitment to integrity and high level of professional service, qualities which also reflect the way she conducts her own business.

Cindy attended the University of Delaware, graduating with a BS in marketing and fashion merchandising. She also studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology and Parsons School of Design, both in New York City.

She is an active member of her community, serving on the board of the Chatham Parent-Teacher Organization. She also served on Chatham Borough's Zoning Board, the Chatham Historical Society, The Noe Pond Club and Corpus Christi Church. She is currently a board member of the Garden Club of Madison, and a member of the Junior League of Morristown.

Married with three school-age children, Cindy enjoys gardening, tennis, paddle tennis, and yoga. She has a longtime interest in antiques and architecture.

Cindy invites your call, e-mail, or visit to the Bernardsville office.

Oldwick Office
4 Joliet Street, P.O. Box 13
Oldwick, NJ 08858

Phone: 908-439-3300 ext. 25
Cell: 908-930-4426
Email: cweinstock@turpinrealtors.com

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Catherine is a graduate of Wayne State University and has a masters in Art History from Rutgers University. Led to a real estate career through her interests in architecture, horses, and country life, she joined Turpin Real Estate in 1988 and has been a member of the Turpin Million Dollar Club consistently since then. Affiliated with two multiple listing boards - Hunterdon/Somerset and North Central Jersey Association of Realtors - she continues to be a top producer in the Oldwick office, working in all price ranges with both listings and sales, using her boundless energy to find the "perfect fit" for those new to the area.

A resident of Bedminster for over 25 years, this Midwesterner by birth has been active as a volunteer in various horse-related activities. She has given years of her organizational skills, enthusiasm, and patience to Somerset Hills Pony Club, serving in a leadership capacity on that organization's state and national level as well. Presently, she and her husband direct their energies to equine events held in the area.

She is married to a local attorney and has two grown daughters.

Far Hills Office
Phone: 908-234-9100 ext. 220
Cell: 908-400-2346
Email: gerryjo@turpinrealtors.com

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Gerry-Jo is one of Turpin’s most consistent top producers. She has a New Jersey Real Estate Broker’s license and has achieved membership in Turpin’s Million-Dollar Club every year since joining the company in 1987. She has also received NJAR’s Real Estate Gold Million Dollar Sales Club award. Turpin’s outstanding reputation and its’ affiliation with Christie’s Great Estates are the primary reasons that she is associated with Turpin.

Gerry-Jo has been a resident of Bernardsville since 1978, moving there from Summit and has lived in New Jersey throughout her life. She is married to an Englishman and has three children. Her home in England serves as her base for traveling to Western Europe. In addition to traveling, Gerry-Jo enjoys the theater, collecting antique silver flatware, gardening, golf and skiing. Her volunteer activities include work as a board member of Playwrights Theatre of New Jersey, and she was formerly a trustee for several years for the Somerset Hills Learning Institute (for children with autism). Gerry-Jo was honored as a recipient of the 2008 NJ YMCA Volunteer Recognition Award. She has also served as secretary of her Rosemont College class, is a past PTA President, is a member of the Bernardsville Garden Club, and of the Church of St. John-on-the Mountain.

Gerry-Jo has a Bachelor of Arts degree and is a certified art teacher. She also completed the certification program of the New York School of Interior Design. For ten years she had her own design and manufacturing business. This background, together with having acted as general contractor for building a home of her own, renovated several properties and invested in rental real estate, enables her to advise customers on various projects. Gerry-Jo enjoys all aspects of real estate, particularly negotiating, finding the perfect property for buyers, and marketing her listings. She has wide experience in listing and selling land, new construction, antique homes and has had the pleasure of listing and selling many estate properties. She also has broad experience in working with Relocation customers.

Priding herself on being an outstanding real estate professional, Gerry-Jo credits her focus, commitment, energy, negotiating skills and continuing education in the real estate field for her successful real estate career.

Mendham Office
8 East Main Street
Mendham, NJ 07945

Phone: 973-543-7400 ext. 16
Email: bbarisonek@turpinrealtors.com

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Barbara Barisonek currently serves as the Mendham Office Manager and Director of Turpin's Relocation Department, a position she has held since 1994. She has won numerous awards as Relocation Director for outstanding service and sales in the relocation field.

As the Manager in Mendham, Barbara is eager to help her agents achieve their goals. In her role as Relocation Director, she enjoys the interaction with relocation professionals from across the country. While both these positions require a considerable amount of energy, Barbara is up for the task. Her unflagging good humor and outgoing personality shine through, and she can always be counted on for empathetic support in any situation.

Active on her real estate boards and within her community, Barbara is President of the Board of Directors for the New Jersey Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, a consultant for the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and a member of the Mendham Business Association. She is a lifelong resident of New Jersey living in Bedminster.

In her free time, Barbara has many interests including cooking, sailing, travel and the theater. She and her husband, Larry, have a grown son living in New York State and a "fabulous Golden Retriever, Cosmo."

Barbara looks forward to assisting you with all your real estate concerns. She welcomes your call or visit to the Mendham Office.

Bernardsville Office
163 Morristown Rd
Bernardsville, NJ 07924

Phone: 908-766-6500 ext. 241
Cell: 908-391-5570
Email: swagner@turpinrealtors.com

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Susan brings an extensive background in marketing, finance and sales support to Turpin. She developed her broad business skills in the telecommunications and business intelligence industries, and now uses these skills to successfully market and negotiate real estate transactions. A graduate of the University of Delaware with a BS degree in Finance and Economics, Susan also has an MBA from Rutgers University.

Clients and co-workers describe Susan as someone who is committed to her buyers and sellers, is technologically astute, and is an effective listener and problem-solver. Drawn to Turpin based on the company's unparalleled reputation, she has become a valued team member who is known for her professional style, caring attitude, and ability to get the job done.

As a 20+ year resident of Peapack-Gladstone who attended Basking Ridge schools, Susan can offer relocating clients firsthand information about local schools, housing options, and more. She is active in the community as chair of the Peapack Gladstone Open Space Advisory Committee and as a member of St. Luke's Church in Gladstone. Susan is married with three children in the Bernardsville school system.

Susan's personal philosophy about her clients' needs is summed up this way, "Real estate is both an important personal and financial decision. I am committed to providing the highest level of service so that my customers can achieve their goals."

Susan welcomes the opportunity to help you with your real estate needs.

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