July 2005

Lawrence Mraz of Prudential New Jersey Properties Metuchen Office Enjoys Stellar Success
METUCHEN, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Realtor Lawrence “Larry” Mraz, SRES, of Prudential New Jersey Properties Metuchen office, has experienced his personal best six months (January - June 2005) of sales.

Mraz was recently awarded membership in Prudential Real Estate’s Honor Society, a distinction placing him among the leading Prudential Real Estate sales associates nationwide. He has also been granted the Bronze Level of the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ 2004 Circle of Excellence Sales Award.

In addition, Mraz earned Quality Service Certified’s prestigious Platinum level award in recognition of his 100 percent client service satisfaction rating. The award is offered through Prudential New Jersey Properties’ relationship with California-based Quality Service Certification, Inc. The certification is earned and maintained by meeting or exceeding a standard of ongoing quality service for each transaction, based on input provided by clients.

“Larry truly cares about his clients,” says Dottie Winhold, manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Metuchen office. “He is constantly working to exceed the expectations of his clients and guide them through every step of the real estate process.”

A real estate professional for four years, Mraz is a member of the Garden State and Middlesex County Multiple Listing Services. He belongs to the National, New Jersey and Middlesex County Associations of Realtorsâ and specializes in relocation and assisting first-time homebuyers and senior citizens. He holds the Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation. Mraz’s market area includes residential neighborhoods in Middlesex and Union counties, with a focus on Woodbridge, Edison, Metuchen and East Brunswick.

Mraz can be reached at the Metuchen office, located at 3 Amboy Avenue, at (732) 494-7677 ext. 339.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Jannone Named Prudential New Jersey Properties Martinsville Office Sales Associate of the Month
MARTINSVILLE, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Martinsville office has named Brian Jannone the office’s Sales Associate of the Month for June 2005.

“Brian continues to be a very essential element of our office,” says Frank Torre, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Martinsville office. “His experience and expertise make him a true leader.”

One of the Prudential Real Estate network’s top national associates, Jannone was recently awarded Platinum level membership in the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ 2004 Circle of Excellence Sales Club. He is a member of Prudential Real Estate’s 10-year Legend society, Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Pinnacle Group, and the Diamond Level of the Prudential Real Estate Chairman’s Circle, a distinction placing him among the top one percent of Prudential Real Estate Associates nationwide. He was recently named Sales Associate of the Year for 2004 for the Martinsville office.

A broker/sales associate, Jannone initiated a team approach to his real estate business more than 10 years ago. Today, he and his team, which consists of Jody Berkowitz, John Circello, Marie DeCicco, Lidia Gabinelli, Robert Goldring, Michele Guarino, Laurence Hess, Douglas Klein, Barbara Lobman, Jose Sanchez, George Schumann and Jane Wynn, provide detailed attention to every aspect of the real estate transaction.

The Jannone Team may be reached at the Martinsville office, located at 1996 Washington Valley Road, at (732) 469-7470.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Prudential New Jersey Properties Basking Ridge Office Welcomes Janet Nantais
BASKING RIDGE, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties has announced the appointment of Janet Nantais to the company’s Basking Ridge office.

“We are delighted to welcome Janet to our team,” says Ernie Smith, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Basking Ridge office. “Her sales negotiation skills will greatly benefit her clients.”

A real estate professional for seven years, Nantais is a member of the North Central Jersey Association of Realtors® and the Garden State Multiple Listing Service.
Specializing in new construction, re-sale, relocation and equine properties, Nantais’ market area includes residential neighborhoods in Basking Ridge, Bernardsville, Far Hills, Peapack-Gladstone, Chester, Mendham, Tewksbury, Clinton, Readington and Harding.

An avid equestrian for more than 30 years, Nantais has been a resident of Somerset County since 1996. She lives in Basking Ridge with her husband, Dave, and daughter, Alyson, and is an active member of St. Mark's Women's Group and the Executive Women's Golf Association. Computer-savvy, Nantais designs Websites in her spare time.

Nantais can be reached at the Basking Ridge office, located at 665 Martinsville Road, at (908) 580-5000.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Cynthia M. Flores Joins Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Green Brook Office
GREEN BROOK, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties is pleased to welcome Cynthia M. Flores to the company’s Green Brook office.

“We are very excited to have Cynthia join our team,” says Donna Perk, manager of the Green Brook office of Prudential New Jersey Properties. “She is dedicated to exceeding the expectations of both buyers and sellers.”

A resident of Plainfield for two years, Flores specializes in residential neighborhoods throughout Somerset, Hunterdon, Middlesex, and Union counties. She is a member of the New Jersey Association of Realtors, Hunterdon Somerset Association of Realtorsâ, and Middlesex Association of Realtorsâ.

Flores is Quality Service Certified, which represents her commitment to only the highest level of service, and she recently completed Prudential New Jersey Properties' comprehensive, three-week Academy Sales Training Program. This hands-on course includes simulated real estate situations created to help sales professionals refine various skills.

Flores may be reached at the Green Brook office, located at 211 Route 22 East, at (732) 968-6565.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving 10 counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com .


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Prudential New Jersey Properties Sales Associates Form Team in East Brunswick Office
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ (July 27, 2005) - In order to better serve clients, Kathleen Stanavitch, Paula Stanavitch and Karyn Krogh, sales associates in Prudential New Jersey Properties’ East Brunswick Office, have combined their real estate skills and formed a team.

“By joining together, Kathy, Paula and Karyn are further demonstrating their commitment to providing clients with exceptional service,” says Karen Pouliot, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties East Brunswick office. “Clients receive undivided attention and appreciate the guidance, expertise and accessibility that the team can provide.”

The team specializes in new and re-sale residential properties as well as commercial sales throughout Middlesex, Monmouth and Somerset counties. A licensed broker and Certified Relocation Specialist, Kathleen Stanavitch boasts 20 years of real estate experience while her daughter Paula has been in the real estate industry for ten years. Krogh, who is new to the real estate industry, provides a fresh perspective.

The trio is looking for dedicated real estate professionals to join them. They can be reached at the East Brunswick office, located in the Village Green Shopping Center at 415 State Route 18 South, at (732) 390-8000.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Duke Chung Named Prudential New Jersey Properties East Brunswick Office Sales Associate of the Month
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties’ East Brunswick office has named Duke Chung the office’s Sales Associate of the Month for June 2005.

“Duke continues to add to his list of awards and designations,” says Karen Pouliot, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties East Brunswick office. “His clients appreciate his attention to detail and knowledge of the local area.”

Since 2000, when he was named the company’s Rookie of the Year, Duke has been the office’s reigning Sales Associate of the Year. He has earned many local and national awards including the title of Sales Associate of the Month numerous times in 2005. Duke was honored with Gold Level membership in Prudential Real Estate’s prestigious Chairman’s Circle, a distinction placing him among the top three percent of Prudential Real Estate Affiliates nationwide for the fourth consecutive year. Duke was also named to the 2001, 2003 and 2004 Gold Level of the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ Circle of Excellence Sales Club. Most recently, he was named the East Brunswick office’s Sales Associate of the Month for April 2005.

Duke may be reached at the East Brunswick office, located at 415 State Route 18 South, at (732) 390-8000.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Ann Weiss Joins Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Westfield Office
WESTFIELD, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties welcomes Ann Weiss to the company’s Westfield office.

“We are excited to have Ann join our office,” says Marge Cuccaro, manager of the Westfield office of Prudential New Jersey Properties. “Ann’s knowledge of the Westfield area will be an invaluable resource to clients.”

Weiss, who worked as an employment specialist for 20 years, is a member of the Garden State Multiple Listing Service and Greater Union County Association of Realtorsâ. A Westfield resident for 12 years, her market area includes residential neighborhoods throughout Union County.

Weiss is Quality Service Certified, which represents her commitment to only the highest level of service, and she recently completed Prudential New Jersey Properties' comprehensive, three-week Academy Sales Training Program.

Weiss may be reached at the Westfield office, located at 215 North Avenue West, at (908) 232-5664 ext.132.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Kenneth Hegel Named Prudential New Jersey Properties Middletown Office Sales Associate of the Month
MIDDLETOWN, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Middletown office has named Kenneth Hegel the office’s Sales Associate of the Month for June 2005.

“Ken is very deserving of this recognition,” says Charles Decker, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Middletown office. “His dedication shines through in his work and interaction with clients. He is committed to quality service and achieving exceptional results.”

A real estate professional for three years, Ken was recently recognized as a member of Prudential Real Estate’s 2004 Leading Edge Society. He was also named to the Bronze Level of the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ 2004 Circle of Excellence.

Ken may be reached at the Middletown office, located in Union Square Plaza, at 546 Highway 35, at (732) 576-1616.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Thomas Porfido Named Prudential New Jersey Properties Denville Office Sales Associate of the Month
DENVILLE, NJ (July 27, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Denville office has named Thomas Porfido the office’s Sales Associate of the Month for June 2005.

“Thom is a strong contributor to this office,” says Joyce Doehler, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Denville office. “His professionalism and dedication to quality service enable him to build enduring client relationships and I wish him continued success.”

A real estate professional for more than 14 years, Porfido is a broker sales associate and a member of the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ’ Distinguished Sales Club, an honor that recognizes his more than ten years as a member of the association’s Circle of Excellence Sales Club. Porfido is a Graduate of the Real Estate Institute (GRI) and an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR). A certified relocation specialist, he is Quality Service Certified, which represents his commitment to only the highest level of service, and works with all buyers from first time to homebuyers to sophisticated transferees. His expertise includes Essex, Morris, Sussex, Warren and Somerset counties.

He may be reached at the Denville office, located at 64 Diamond Spring Road, by phone at (973) 625-1870 ext 110, through email at thomporfido@aol.com or via the web at www.thomasporfido.com.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Lynn Boyer of Prudential New Jersey Properties New Providence Office Enjoys Exceptional First Half of 2005
Agent’s Sales More than Triple

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ (July 22, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties New Providence office Sales Associate Lynn Boyer has recorded stellar sales success for January - June 2005. Boyer has increased her business volume by more than 260% when compared to the same period last year.

“We are very proud of Lynn’s incredible success,” says A. Michael Del Duca, manager of the New Providence office. “Her dedication to providing the utmost level of quality service makes her one of the area’s finest real estate professionals.”

A consistent top producer, Boyer was recently named Prudential New Jersey Properties New Providence office’s top sales associate for the month of June. She has received Bronze Level membership in the New Jersey Association of Realtors® 2004 Circle of Excellence Sales Club and has been named to Prudential Real Estate’s prestigious President’s Circle and Leading Edge Society, distinctions placing her among the very top of Prudential Real Estate professionals nationwide. A lifetime area resident, with three children in local schools, Boyer is very familiar with the communities throughout Union County.

She can be reached at the New Providence office, located at 1260 Springfield Avenue, at (908) 464-5200.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Kathleen Kelleher Named Prudential New Jersey Properties Millburn Office Sales Associate of the Month
MILLBURN, NJ (July 22, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Millburn office has named Kathleen Kelleher Sales Associate of the Month for June 2005. This marks the second consecutive month she has received the honor.

“Kathleen is an excellent sales associate who provides her clients with exemplary customer service through her determination and initiative,” says Barbara Weiss, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Millburn office. “She has consistently proven herself to be one of our most valuable professionals.”

A full-time sales associate, Kelleher has been assisting buyers and sellers for more than 12 years. She is a member of many professional organizations, including the National, New Jersey and North Central Jersey Associations of Realtorsâ. She has received many local and national awards, including the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ 2004 Circle of Excellence - Silver Level, Prudential Real Estate’s President’s Circle and Prudential New Jersey Properties Pinnacle Group, an honor that places her among the company’s top 40 agents.

An Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR) Kelleher is also a certified Relocation Marketing specialist. This distinction qualifies her to market homes for corporate clients, such as Pfizer, and exemplifies a higher level of service and training, which benefits all her clients. An area resident since 1977, her market area includes residential neighborhoods throughout Essex, Morris and Union counties.

Kelleher may be reached at the Millburn office, located within School House Plaza, at 374 Millburn Avenue, at (973) 467-3883 or on her cell phone at (201) 618-7240.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Bob Idakaar Named Prudential New Jersey Properties Roxbury Office Sales Associate of the Month
ROXBURY, NJ (July 22, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Roxbury office has named Bob Idakaar Sales Associate of the Month for June 2005.

“Bob is truly one of the best in the local real estate market,” says Bernie Goodman, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Roxbury office. “He is an invaluable asset to this office.”

A real estate professional for more than eight years, Idakaar has consistently received Sales Associate of the Month awards and was named the Roxbury office’s Sales Associate of the Year in both 2003 and 2004. A Silver Level member of the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ Circle of Excellence, Idakaar ranks among the top five percent of Prudential sales associates nationwide. A member of Prudential New Jersey Properties Pinnacle Group, Idakaar was also named to Prudential Real Estate’s 2004 President’s Circle. He is a Certified Relocation Specialist and Graduate of the Realtor Institute. At the start of each transaction, Idakaar provides a written “Commitment of Service” to his sellers. This unique document expresses his dedication to providing the utmost level of service.

Idakaar may be reached at the Roxbury office, located at 102 Landing Road, (973) 770-0100 ext. 319, 1-877-744-HOME or via WWW.BOBSHOMES.NET .

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.

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James P. Cassidy is Named Manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties Morristown Office
Experienced Agent Promoted to Leadership Position

MORRISTOWN, NJ (July 20, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties has announced the appointment of James P. Cassidy as manager of the company’s Morristown office. Prior to this promotion, Cassidy worked in the Morristown office as a sales associate.

“James proved himself to be an invaluable resource to the Morristown office, as a sales associate,” says Christopher Brown, co-president of Prudential New Jersey Properties. “I am confident that he will make the transition to manager quite smoothly and be a terrific leader for this office.”

A sales associate and professional Realtor® for more than 20 years, Cassidy is an expert on the residential real estate market in Morris and Somerset counties. A member of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Multi Million Dollar Club, he previously owned and operated his own realty company, Cassidy Realtors.

Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Morristown office is located at 175 South Street. For real estate information on Morristown and its surrounding areas, the office can be reached at (973) 538-5555.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties, including Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren, it is the second largest independently-owned residential Real Estate Company in New Jersey. For more information, visit www.PruNewJersey.com.

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Keith Roberts Joins Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Caldwell Office
CALDWELL, NJ (July 18, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties has announced the appointment of Keith Roberts to the company’s Caldwell office.

“Keith’s knowledge of the Caldwell community will be a great resource for his clients,” says Annette DeCicco, manager of the Caldwell office of Prudential New Jersey Properties. “He is dedicated to exceeding the expectations of his clients.”

Roberts, who previously owned his own small business, is a member of the Garden State Multiple Listings Service and the National Association of Realtorsâ and the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ. Specializing in new and fine homes, his market area includes residential neighborhoods in Essex, Union, and Passaic counties.

Roberts recently completed Prudential New Jersey Properties' comprehensive, three-week Academy Sales Training Program. This hands-on course includes simulated real estate situations created to help sales professionals refine various skills.

Roberts may be reached at the Caldwell office, located at 266 Bloomfield Avenue, or by phone at (973) 228-1000.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com

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Prudential New Jersey Properties Millstone Township Office Receives National Honor
MILLSTONE TOWNSHIP, NJ (July 18, 2005) - The Millstone Township office of Prudential New Jersey Properties has received the Cornerstone Award, ranking it among the leading offices in the national Prudential Real Estate network.

The office was presented the award during special ceremonies at the company’s recent Annual Sales Convention in Las Vegas. 2004 marks the fourth consecutive year Millstone Township received this honor.

“We are very honored to receive this award,” says Theresa Guttridge, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Millstone Township office. “We consistently strive to meet our clients’ needs and this award acknowledges the hard work of our agents.”

The Cornerstone award recognizes the leading offices in the Prudential Real Estate network that have demonstrated operational excellence in a number of key areas, such as business practices, quality standards, expense control, sales management and productivity.

For information on the local real estate market, the Prudential New Jersey Properties Millstone Township office, located at 222 Millstone Road, can be reached at (732) 446-4959.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties including Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren, it is the second largest independently-owned residential Real Estate Company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.

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Prudential New Jersey Properties Morristown Associate Receives National Award for Providing Superior Service
MORRISTOWN, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Miriam Eger of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Morristown office has been awarded Quality Service Certified’s prestigious Gold level status, in recognition of her high client service satisfaction ratings.

“Miriam’s excellent resolve and ingenuity all contribute to her success with clients,” says Jim Cassidy, manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Morristown office. “This national award recognizes her exceptional service, and brings attention to her outstanding dedication.”

Offered through Prudential New Jersey Properties’ relationship with California-based Quality Service Certification, Inc., the certification is earned and maintained by meeting or exceeding a standard of ongoing quality service for each transaction, based on input provided by clients.

Eger has achieved a customer satisfaction rating of 4.6 or above, based on a scale of one to five, signifying that 100 percent of her clients were "very satisfied" with her service. The Quality Service Certified professional follows a service process, which consists of providing documentation of the service commitment, guaranteeing performance and offering a Quality Service Assurance Survey to every client. Feedback derived from the surveys then becomes a part of the real estate associate’s credentials, offering home buyers and sellers the ability to select a real estate professional based on a validated record of customer service.

Eger was recently awarded membership in Prudential Real Estate’s President’s Circle, a distinction placing her among the top eight percent of Prudential Real Estate associates nationwide. She has also been appointed Bronze Level membership in New Jersey Association of Realtors®’ Circle of Excellence Sales Club.

Eger can be reached at the Morristown office, located at 175 South Street, or by phone at (973) 538-5555.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Ellen Murphy Named Prudential New Jersey Properties Westfield Office Sales Associate of the Month
WESTFIELD, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Ellen Murphy of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Westfield office has been named the office’s Sales Associate of the Month for April 2005. This marks the third time in four months that Murphy has received this honor.

“Ellen is constantly exceeding clients’ expectations,” says Marge Cuccaro, manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Westfield office. “She is dedicated and a great asset to our team.”

Specializing in new and re-sale residential real estate, Murphy is a member of the Greater Union County Association of Realtors® and the Garden State and Middlesex Multiple Listing Services. A lifetime Union County resident, Murphy is an expert on area communities, including Westfield, Scotch Plains, Fanwood and Cranford. Before joining the real estate industry, she spent 20 years in retail and education sales.

Murphy can be reached at the Westfield office, located at 215 North Avenue West, at (908) 232-5664 ext. 102.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Hillsborough Office Welcomes Steve Prince
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties has announced the appointment of Steve Prince, a resident of Bridgewater, to the company’s Hillsborough office.

“We’re excited to welcome Steve to our office,” says Lorraine Dowe, manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Hillsborough office. “His knowledge of the local area will be a great benefit to clients.”

A Somerset County resident for 15 years, Prince has 25 years of experience owning and operating several restaurants throughout Somerset and Morris counties and will be serving those markets, in addition to Hunterdon, as a Prudential New Jersey Properties sales associate.

“I’m very excited to apply my passion for customer service to real estate,” says Prince. “Prudential New Jersey Properties has provided me with wonderful resources and a great environment to assist homebuyers and sellers.”

Prince may be reached at the Hillsborough office, located at 408 Route 206 South, at (908)-874-3400.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving 11 counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren Counties -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Prudential New Jersey Properties Maria Staikopoulos Earns Prestigious ABR Designation
GREEN BROOK, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Maria Staikopoulos, a sales associate in Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Green Brook office, has been awarded the Accredited Buyer Representation (ABR) designation by the Real Estate Buyer’s Agent Council, Inc. of the National Association of Realtors®.

”By increasing her knowledge in the area of buyer representation, Maria continues to demonstrate her commitment to the needs of clients,” says Donna Perk, manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Green Brook office.

Staikopoulos was required to successfully complete a comprehensive course in buyer representation and an elective course focusing on a buyer representation specialty, both in addition to submitting documentation verifying professional experience.

An area resident for more than 15 years, Staikopoulos has been practicing real estate in New Jersey since 1988. She is a member of the Hunterdon/Somerset Association of Realtorsâ and the Garden State and Middlesex Multiple Listing Services. In 2004 she was awarded Quality Service Certified’s customer service award, acknowledging her achievement of a 4.6 or above customer satisfaction rating. Staikopoulos specializes in residential properties throughout central New Jersey, including Somerset, Middlesex, Hunterdon and Union counties. She is fluent in Italian and Spanish and is Quality Service Certified and a Prudential E-Certified Sales Associate.

Staikopoulos can be reached at the Green Brook office, located at 211 Route 22 East, or by phone at (732) 968-6565 ext. 320.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 650 sales associates serving ten counties --Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com


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Top Sales Associates in Prudential New Jersey Properties Millburn Office Enjoy Exceptional Start to 2005
MILLBURN, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties Millburn Office Sales Associates Kathleen Kelleher, Beth Pine, Kathleen Frese, and the team of Ellen Rothseid and Donna Shaw have recorded stellar sales success for the months of January - April 2005.

“I am very proud of each of these sales associates,” says Barbara Weiss, manager of the Millburn office. “Their dedication to providing the utmost level of quality and professionalism places them among the finest in the real estate industry.”

A full-time professional, Kelleher has been assisting buyers and sellers for more than 12 years. She has received many local and national awards, including the New Jersey Association of Realtors® Circle of Excellence - Silver Level and Distinguished Sales Club, Prudential Real Estate’s President’s Circle and Prudential New Jersey Properties Pinnacle Group, an honor that places her among the company’s top 40 agents. Kelleher is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and was recently named the office’s top sales associate for May and June of this year. In 2003, she was named to Prudential New Jersey Properties President’s Circle and to the Bronze Level of the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ’ Circle of Excellence Sales Club.

A sales associate for nearly ten years, Pine’s accomplishments include membership in Prudential Real Estate’s 2004 Leading Edge Society and Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Multi-Million Dollar Club. In 2003, Pine was named to the Gold Level of Prudential Real Estate’s Chairman’s Circle, and was awarded membership in Prudential New Jersey Properties Pinnacle Group and Multi-Million Dollar Sales Club. She is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and a fine homes marketing specialist.

Frese has been assisting buyers and sellers since she joined Prudential New Jersey Properties nearly 20 years ago. Recently she was awarded Quality Service Certified’s Gold Level customer service award. She was also named to Prudential Real Estate’s 2004 Honor Society, awarded membership in Prudential New Jersey Properties’ prestigious Multi Million Dollar Club, and named the office’s top sales associate for the month of February. She is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and, in 2003, earned membership in Prudential New Jersey Properties President’s Circle and the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ’ Circle of Excellence Bronze Level.

An award-winning team, Rothseid and Shaw were named the Millburn office’s top sales associates for the month of March. A licensed sales associate since 1984, Rothseid is a Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI) and has been working with Prudential for more than 20 years. She is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR) and, in 2003, was awarded membership in Prudential New Jersey Properties Multi-Million Dollar Club. Shaw has been a real estate professional for nearly three years. In 2004, she was named to Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Multi-Million Dollar Club and to Prudential Real Estate’s Honor Society. She is an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR).

All of the agents hold relocation, home buying and marketing specialist designations and are Quality Service and E-Certified. They are each members of the National Association of Realtors® the New Jersey Association of Realtors®, the North Central Jersey Association of Realtors® and the Garden State Multiple Listing Service. They can be reached at the Millburn office, located at School House Plaza, 374 Millburn Avenue, at (973) 467-3883.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Theresa Guttridge Named Prudential New Jersey Properties Office Manager of the Year for 2004
Guttridge Named #1 Among 24 Managers

MILLSTONE TOWNSHIP, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Theresa Guttridge, manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Millstone Township office, has been named the company’s 2004 Sales Manager of the Year for her leadership role and the office’s outstanding productivity, growth and profitability.

”Theresa has done an incredible job maintaining a team environment,” says William O. Keleher, chairman and CEO of Prudential New Jersey Properties “The sales associates are very united in their goal of providing both buyers and sellers with the highest level of service in the area.”

Guttridge, who has been managing the office since 1999, previously served as the assistant manager for two years and boasts more than 15 years experience in the real estate profession.

“I take great pride in the office’s friendly, team environment,” says Guttridge. “The agents are constantly sharing new information and ideas, making everyday a wonderful experience.”

Located at located at 222 Millstone Road in Perrineville, the Millstone Township office was also awarded Prudential Real Estate’s prestigious 2004 Cornerstone Award for achieving a high level of operational excellence. Contact the office at (732) 446-4959.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties, including Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren, it is the second largest independently-owned residential Real Estate Company in New Jersey. For more information visit, www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Prudential New Jersey Properties Millstone Township Associates Receive National Award for Providing Superior Service
MILLSTONE TOWNSHIP, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Audrey Nelson and Gloria Streppone of the Prudential New Jersey Properties Millstone Township office have earned the prestigious Platinum Level of achievement in the company’s Quality Service Certified’s Certification program, in recognition of their high client service satisfaction ratings. Jim Befarah was also honored with the Gold Level award.

“Audrey, Gloria and Jim have always been dedicated to providing their clients with exceptional service,” says Theresa Guttridge manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Millstone Township office. “These national awards recognize their commitment, and bring attention to how incredibly satisfied past homebuyers and sellers have been with their performance.”

Offered through Prudential New Jersey Properties’ relationship with California-based Quality Service Certification, Inc., the certification is earned and maintained by meeting or exceeding a standard of ongoing quality service for each transaction, based on input provided by clients. Befarah, Nelson and Streppone have each achieved customer satisfaction ratings of 4.6 or above; meaning that 100 percent of their clients were "very satisfied" with their service.

Nelson was awarded membership in Prudential Real Estate’s Leading Edge Society, a distinction placing her among the top 14 percent of Prudential Real Estate sales associates nationwide. She has also been appointed to the Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Multi-Million Dollar Club.

For the past 18 years, Streppone has resided in Middlesex and Monmouth counties. She specializes in residential homes in western Mercer County, Monmouth County, Middlesex County and north Ocean County.

Befarah recently received Platinum Level membership in Prudential Real Estate’s Chairman’s Circle, a distinction placing him among the top two percent of Prudential Real Estate sales associates nationwide. He was also appointed to the Platinum Level of the New Jersey Association of Realtors® Circle of Excellence Sales Club and was named to Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Pinnacle Group, which places him among the top 40 sales associates in the company.

The award-winners can be reached at the Millstone office, located at 222 Millstone Road in Perrineville, at (732) 446-4959.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Joe Franchi Named Manager of Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Matawan Office
MATAWAN, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Joe Franchi has been appointed manager of the Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Matawan office. Franchi formerly served as manager of the company’s Morristown office.

“Joe proved himself to be a top sales manager in Morristown,” says Nancy Litwin, co-president of Prudential New Jersey Properties. “His solid experience and strong work ethic make him the ideal selection to guide our Matawan office.”

Franchi began his real estate career in 1985 as a sales associate with Prudential Brown-Fowler. Since that time he has marketed and sold hundreds of properties in Morris County and headed up the Prudential New Jersey Properties Morristown office for three years. A past member of the New Jersey Association of Realtors® Million Dollar Sales Club, he frequently speaks at business seminars held by local banks and corporations. Franchi holds a bachelor of science degree from Syracuse University and a master’s degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Matawan office is located in the Main Street Executive Center at 935 Highway 34. For real estate information on Matawan and its surrounding areas, the office can be reached at (732) 566-1881.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Freehold Township Student Receives Scholarship from New Jersey Association of REALTORS®
MANALAPAN, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Freehold Township resident Karen Gaffey -- daughter of Sherry Gaffey, a sales associate in Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Manalapan office and a member of the New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ -- recently received a New Jersey Association of Realtorsâ (NJAR®) Educational Foundation award.

Gaffey accepted the award and a scholarship at the association’s annual luncheon honoring scholarship recipients. A recent graduate of the Freehold Borough High School, Gaffey will be studying business administration at Ramapo College in Mahwah beginning this fall.

Established in 1969, the NJAR® Educational Foundation promotes and assists in the education of students. NJAR® members and their family members are eligible for the awards. The scholarships are awarded to high school seniors who will be attending an undergraduate four-year institution, students currently enrolled in undergraduate four-year institutions and students pursuing graduate studies.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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Prudential New Jersey Properties Princeton Office Receives Most Improved Office Award for 2004
PRINCETON, NJ (July 11, 2005) - Prudential New Jersey Properties recently awarded its Princeton sales office with the “Most Improved Office” award for 2004. The office experienced a record-breaking year, increasing sales 65% from the year before.

“The Princeton office’s stellar success is attributable to our sales associates’ genuine desire to provide superior quality service to each and every buyer and seller,” says William O. Keleher, Jr., chairman and CEO of Prudential New Jersey Properties, which maintains 25 offices throughout northern and central New Jersey.

Managed by Gerri Grassi, Prudential New Jersey Properties’ Princeton office offers a full range of residential real estate services. Located at 138 Nassau Street, in the heart of Princeton, the seven-year-old office is home to more than 30 full-time sales associates. For more information on the local real estate market, the office can be reached at (609) 430-1288.

About Prudential New Jersey Properties
Based in Somerset, Prudential New Jersey Properties offers relocation, mortgage, fine homes and resort properties services. With more than 700 sales associates serving ten counties -- Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Somerset, Union and Warren -- it is the second largest independently-owned residential real estate company in New Jersey. For more information visit www.PruNewJersey.com.


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