About Donna

During her twenty-six years as a full sales agent, Donna has been a consistent top producer in her office, and has closed over 1000 transactions. The experience she has gained in successfully selling so many homes has empowered her to be a very strong negotiator, which benefits her clients in both the initial offer process and the home inspection process. Donna's experience in selling so many homes in her market area has empowered her to be proficient in pricing her client's homes competitively, which is key to a successful sale.

Donna is a certified "Senior Real Estate Specialist", and has worked with many clients in downsizing their homes, and finding them a new home that fits their needs; whether they decide to continue to live independently or need to find a place that offers assistance in daily living. Donna's own experience with helping her parents downsize and finding a place that offers assistance for them has given her a personal view of the challenges involved in this process, both physically and emotionally. Donna has gained knowledge, experience and compassion in dealing with senior issues. Donna's patience and empathy for her client's needs is what makes her the perfect realtor for seniors.

Donna has also sold hundreds of multifamily homes and investment properties. She has developed a pool of investors who purchase investment and distressed properties, and she is successful in negotiating offers with buyers for "as is" sales, with the best terms and price for her clients.

Donna was ranked #2 selling agent in all of Coldwell Banker New jersey Rockland County in 2017. She has also achieved the NJCAR Circle of Excellence Award consistently throughout her career. Donna's proven record in successfully selling homes is what sets her apart from other agents.

Her past career as a supervisor at a mortgage company has given her a lot of understanding of the mortgage process. She can easily guide her clients through the mortgage process, from applying for a mortgage to the closing.

Donna understands that buying and selling a home is not just a financial experience, but an emotional one also. She uses her 26 years experience and proven success to benefit her clients. Donna gets great satisfaction out of helping her clients realize their life goals and dreams, whether buying their first home, upgrading to a larger home, or downsizing. No matter what stage of life you are at, Donna has the experience to help you make your dream a realty!

Personal Background

Resident of Maplewood for 30 years. Her two daughters attended the public schools in Maplewood, Donna has first hand knowledge of the school system.

Donna's husband Chris is a founder of Rent Party LLC a non for profit based in Maplewood / South Orange. Founded in October 2009, Rent Party fight hunger in our community through musical events, a backpack program in the schools which helps feed food insecure children on week-ends, and a large community garden which provides fresh produce to families in need. Donna's support and involvement in Rent Party, LLC gives her an opportunity to give back to the community she loves so well.

Communities Served

Donna serves all of Union and Essex County

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