I have been a resident in Ocean County for over 19 years. My wife and I spent much of our time visiting and vacationing in Long Beach Island – LBI as teens. Our goal was to someday buy a home in LBI. We spent many years renting and enjoying everything LBI had to offer. I find myself incredibly blessed to have been able to buy our own home in LBI 4 years ago. My family and I love everything about living in LBI. Our family time on the beach watching the sunrise or our time at the bay watching the sunset is like nowhere else in New Jersey. Whether it is a day at the beach in the summer, a long day flying kites in the fall, a cold walk on the beach with my dog in the winter or preparing the home in the spring for the busy summer season, Long Beach Island is our slice of heaven.
I work full time as a real estate agent and hold my Real Estate License with Keller Williams Elite Realtors. I serve all parts of New Jersey with a focus on Long Beach Island. I have a passion for helping others. I am excited to represent my clients with their home buying and selling needs. My communication and ability to listen to my client’s needs has resulted in many repeat clients and referrals to their family and friends. I study the market to keep up with and put my clients in the best position when selling or buying a home. I have a proven marketing plan that results in more views online, more visits in person and more money when selling. I am readily available to walk my clients through all steps of the process and provide them with unmatched customer service.
Looking to buy or sell a home in Long Beach Island? I am here to provide you with the service you deserve.
My Special Interests : Ocean Swimming, Entertaining Friends and Family, Pickle Ball, Basketball, Baseball
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
My wife Annette and I have been married for 19yrs. We have twin sons, Michael and Collin that are currently in High School. We also have our fur baby rescue dog Mia. The quality family time that is experienced by living on LBI is irreplaceable. We love spending a day at the beach in the summer or taking Mia for a walk on the beach in the winter. The sunrise and sunsets are like nowhere else in NJ.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
Professionally, I got into real estate after retiring from Law Enforcement and serving as a Police Officer in New Jersey. I have always had a focus on community service to make my town a better place to live. I have many years of experience in supervision, communication, negotiation and training. With these skills, I have now turned my focus to my career in Real Estate. I have been awarded Circle of Excellence Honors, Top Sales Agent, Top Listing Agent and Top Volume Agent.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
I really enjoy family dinners out. We have never had a bad experience when dining on Long Beach Island. A great part about LBI is that there is a variety of restaurants and cuisines to choose from. Some of my favorite places to eat are Black Whale, Tuckers Tavern, Kubel’s, Chicken or the Egg, Nardis and Pinky Shrimp’s Seafood Company. Although we are still getting out and experiencing restaurants, so I will have to update this list in the future.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
My wife and I have vacationed in LBI for over 20 years. We were fortunate to be able to buy our own home 4 years ago.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
One of my neighbors who has lived in LBI for many years. He always provides me with great stories of how things were when he first moved on the island and how much it has changed. It is always fascinating to hear stories of the small fishing community and how it grew over time.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
I am not big on traveling and I really enjoy spending my free time being home. If I was to start travelling I would focus on seeing more of the United States.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
One of my favorite movies is Rudy. I love a good movie that shows what can be accomplished when hard work pays off. I love seeing the underdog succeed.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
I would tell people that it is never too late to change what you are doing. If you are not happy where you are in your life, make the change!
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Going out to see a Notre Dame Football game.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
Zac Brown Band
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
There are so many great local shops that I like to visit. I enjoy walking and shopping at the shops in Bay Village.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
My favorite thing about LBI is my time on the beach. From early morning sunrise to spending all day on the beach and in the water.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
I see myself continuing to grow both personally and professionally. And I see myself broke with two kids in college……lol.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
I find LBI to be the most beautiful place to be. This is what made us buy a home on LBI.
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
Favorite month is March. I always look at March as the gateway to summer. Great things happen in March. My birthday, College Basketball March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day. Single best day on the Calendar is Thanksgiving Day!
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Nothing. There is no true perfection in this world.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
My wife Annette. She always supports me and encourages me in all that I want to do.
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Smell of baked chocolate chip cookies
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Family Love Laughter