Thinking of Selling Your Business? I Can Help.

Darren Smith  Helping Entrepreneurs Buy & Sell with Confidence

Helping Entrepreneurs Buy, Sell, and Finance Businesses in New Jersey and Beyond As a leading business broker and franchise consultant based in Montclair, NJ, I specialize in helping business owners sell their companies and guiding entrepreneurs through the process of buying an existing business or franchise. Whether you're planning your exit strategy or exploring new business opportunities, I provide personalized, professional support every step of the way. I work with owners of profitable small and mid-sized businesses across industries—retail, service, healthcare, manufacturing, and more—to confidentially market and sell their businesses to qualified buyers. If you're ready to sell, I offer a complimentary business valuation and help position your business to maximize its value. For buyers, I represent over 800 established and emerging franchise brands across 40+ industries, from home services to fitness, food, and professional services. I help you find the right franchise based on your goals, skills, and investment level at no cost to you. Whether you're a first-time buyer, experienced entrepreneur, or looking to retire from your business, I provide the insight and connections to help you succeed. Services: Business sales &amp; exit planning Franchise consulting &amp; placement SBA &amp; alternative business lending Business valuations Buyer representation Serving clients throughout New Jersey, New York, and nationwide. Let’s talk about your next move.

Passaic County

 Jack Slocum

New York City Metropolitan Area

Wayne

New Jersey

Darren Smith  Helping Entrepreneurs Buy & Sell...

Helping Entrepreneurs Buy, Sell, and Finance Businesses in New Jersey and Beyond As a leading business broker and franchise consultant based in...

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HOTWORX 

At HOTWORX, we offer 24/7 access to infrared sauna workouts designed to help members maximize fitness results in less time. Our studio combines virtual instructor-led sessions with the benefits of infrared heat, featuring HIIT workouts like cycling and rowing alongside isometric classes such as yoga, Pilates, barre, and stretch. We also provide a functional training area with weights and recovery-focused equipment to support every fitness goal in one convenient space.

Essex County

Eric Kiefer

Livingston

At HOTWORX, we offer 24/7 access to infrared sauna workouts designed to help members maximize fitness results in less time. Our studio combines...

Vincent Matrisciano for Congress

New Jersey native Vince Matrisciano is running for Congress in NJ District 11 as a “Common Sense Independent.” Running as an Independent, he is not controlled by either party or special interests. His campaign is grounded in transparency, accountability, and respect for the rights and responsibilities of every American. He believes that strong leadership requires both economic strength and compassion, and supports policies that promote innovation, expand opportunity, and help communities thrive. 

Morris County

Jefferson

New Jersey native Vince Matrisciano is running for Congress in NJ District 11 as a “Common Sense Independent.” Running as an Independent, he is not...

Luxury Apartments at Cranford’s Hyatt Hills

Fairways at Cranford

Fairways at Cranford is a newly developed luxury apartment community offering modern one- and two-bedroom residences in one of Union County’s most desirable locations. Set alongside the scenic Hyatt Hills Golf Course, the community offers a rare “living on the green” experience—combining peaceful surroundings with convenient access to everything Cranford has to offer. Each residence features thoughtfully designed layouts with contemporary finishes, in-unit washer and dryer, and high-quality appliances. Residents also enjoy a full suite of amenities, including a fitness center, resident lounge, coworking spaces, and professionally maintained outdoor areas. Located just minutes from downtown Cranford, Fairways provides easy access to restaurants, shopping, and NJ Transit service with direct connections to New York City—making it ideal for commuters and those seeking a balance between suburban comfort and urban accessibility. Professionally managed by Greystar, Fairways at Cranford delivers a refined rental experience in a highly sought-after market. Schedule a tour today to experience elevated living at Fairways at Cranford.

Union County

Cranford

Fairways at Cranford is a newly developed luxury apartment community offering modern one- and two-bedroom residences in one of Union County’s most...

Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. 	 Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events.	 Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response	 	 Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses		 Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed.		 Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

Burlington County

Burlington

Southampton

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner...

PSE&G

Public Service Electric &amp; Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s largest utilities. PSE&amp;G has won the ReliabilityOne® Award for superior electric system reliability in the Mid-Atlantic region for 24 consecutive years. In 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, J.D. Power named PSE&amp;G number one in customer satisfaction for residential electric service in the East among large utilities.  PSE&amp;G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a predominantly regulated infrastructure company named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America for 17 consecutive years (www.pseg.com).

Somerset County

Alexis Tarrazi

Bridgewater

Public Service Electric & Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s...

Transforming New Jersey Backyards Into Private Oases

The Pool Boss

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool companies and a premier builder in New Jersey. Specializing in rapid, high-quality installations and custom backyard transformations, the company offers elite amenities including fire pits, landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and outdoor kitchens. As an owner-operated company, The Pool Boss is led by founder and CEO Christopher Argenziano, whose hands-on approach ensures accountability and precision for every project. Built on the philosophy that a five-star experience is created by people rather than just plans, The Pool Boss provides bespoke designs tailored to the unique vision and needs of every family. 

Basking Ridge

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool...

Mark's Paw Pals

Hello, My name is Mark and I am a Seasoned NYC Dog Walker, Animal Lover, and pet care professional. I have recently returned home to Morris County! Contact 929-418-6781 to schedule a dog walk or pet drop in at your residence in Morris County! I am Morris County born and raised. Now, I am offering dog walks and pet drop ins locally! Currently servicing Parsippany, Pine Brook, Boonton, Denville, Hanover, Montville, and Morris Plains residents. Services Offered: Dog Walks (from $25), Pet Drop Ins (from $22) *Holiday, weekend, additional dog, &amp; add’l time rates may apply *Package discounts available for multiple and reoccurring bookings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOoxOcrvtyA Mark G				 Background verified via Vetty, Wag, &amp; Rover Mark’s Paw Pals			100+ 5 Star Reviews on Rover App Platform markspawpals.com	 500 5 Star services completed on Wag App 929-418-6781			U.S. Citizen @markspawpals			10+ Years experience: Dogs, Cats, Rabbits

Parsippany

Hello, My name is Mark and I am a Seasoned NYC Dog Walker, Animal Lover, and pet care professional. I have recently returned home to Morris County!...

Move freely and pain free this summer! Free consultation.

All Square Performance Chiropractic and Golf

Chiropractic clinic helping patients move freely and pain free. We focus on active adults, especially golfers, that are looking to remain mobile in every aspect of life.

Chiropractic clinic helping patients move freely and pain free. We focus on active adults, especially golfers, that are looking to remain mobile in...

Family First HomeCare and Sunrise of Madison will sponsor "Alcoholism and the Older Person" on March 18, 2015.This is a 1 Continuing Education Credit for Social Workers, Nurses, and Care Managers.The Seminar will be held at Sunrise Senior Living, 215 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ.Registration starts 8:30am.Please call 973-328-7700 to RSVP.  Seating is limited.<a href="http://www.FamilyFirstHomeCare.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.FamilyFirstHomeCare.com</a>

Family First HomeCare and Sunrise of Madison will sponsor “Alcoholism and the Older Person” on March 18, 2015.

This is a 1 Continuing Education Credit for Social Workers, Nurses, and Care Managers.The Seminar will be held at Sunrise Senior Living, 215 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ.

Registration starts 8:30am.Please call 973-328-7700 to RSVP.  Seating is limited.

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East Hanover-Florham Park

CEU Approved Course for Social Workers, Nurses and Care Managers.

"Alcoholism and the Older Person"

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Madison

Millburn-Short Hills

Morristown

Chatham

Summit

Morris Township-Morris Plains

West Orange

Caldwells

Riker Hill Art Park

<h2>Open Studios at Riker Hill Art Park</h2>
Artists and artisans at Riker Hill Art Park open their studios twice a year to adults and children to provide art lovers a chance to see work being created and buy artwork directly from the artists. Demonstrations and hands-on activities are sometimes offered in the studios, and visitors can expect to see a wide range of art from our sculptors, painters, photographer, jewelers, ceramicists, installation artists, fiber artists, glass blowers, weavers and more. Many of our artists exhibit nationally and internationally at museums, universities and other venues.
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Riker Hill's Open Studios are free for visitors and open to adults and children. Maps are available in each of the buildings, or you can download one <a href="https://19a1b154-846a-4f0a-9143-e44b348b64e8.filesusr.com/ugd/81c994_9c704e3069a140abbb73290cea189f64.pdf" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.
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The Open Studios Tour takes place the first weekend in both November and June and is part of Essex County's Arts Weekend, with art events taking place throughout the county.

Local Event: Riker Hill Artist Studio Tours 

Riker Hill Artist Studio Tours 

Open Studios at Riker Hill Art Park
Artists and artisans at Riker Hill Art Park open their studios twice a year to adults and...

Grand Avenue

Join us again for a massive office furniture warehouse liquidation sale on Saturday June 6th&nbsp; 9:30am-3:45pm.
This massive liquidation event will take place at 2300 Route 1 North, North&nbsp;Brunswick NJ The Warehouses Dock 5-Behind Panera in the white &amp; blue low warehouses.... next to&nbsp;Blue Star Glass
Don't miss this opportunity to find incredible deals on quality office furniture. We just took in a ton of beautiful commercial grade furniture like new from the several&nbsp;large Fortune 100 corporations selling 80% off new.
<a href="https://null/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>All of our furniture is liquidated from the largest Fortune 100 corporations in the country that have downsized or relocated...Thousands of high-end ergonomic office chair starting @ $75 &amp; up, couches, soft seating, club chairs, cubicles, benching, stacking chairs, reception &amp; conference room furniture and so much more like new 80% off. All furniture cleaned, inspected, sanitized and in stock ready to go....
Delivery Available...We can help with your layout &amp; design.
We are loaded floor to ceiling with high-end furniture Herman&nbsp;Miller, Steelcase,&nbsp;Knoll, Haworth, Humansale, Geiger, Andreu World etc.. 80% off new, like new with a 3 year warrantyMention this post take $20 off!

Architects, Designers, Furniture Dealers, Brokers, Stagers all welcome to save your clients money.

Local Event: Tremendous Furniture Liquidation Sale

Middlesex County

North Brunswick

Tremendous Furniture Liquidation Sale

Join us again for a massive office furniture warehouse liquidation sale on Saturday June 6th  9:30am-3:45pm.
This massive...

Turkey Brook Park

Join us for this outdoor, family- and dog-friendly, super fun event! Leashed dogs welcomed (no retractable leashes, please).
<h1>Saturday, June 6 11am - 4pm Turkey Brook Park Flanders Road, Mount Olive, NJ (Rain or shine)</h1>
<ul><li>Vendors and Shopping</li><li>Music</li><li>Entertainment</li><li>Pet Adoptions</li><li>Food and Treats</li><li>Tricky Tray High Dollar 50/50 Raffle Ticket Sales</li></ul>
Eleventh Hour Rescue is a primarily volunteer based, no-kill rescue that saves animals on Death Row from overcrowded high kill shelters, as well as taking in strays and owner surrenders before they go to the shelter. Eleventh Hour Rescue dogs and cats are cared for by our compassionate and dedicated team of volunteers and staff.
 Thank you to our sponsors!
Cat's Meow Sponsor
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Compassionate Care Sponsor
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Purrfect Partner Sponsors
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Area Sponsors
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Local Event: Eleventh Hour Rescue’s BARKFEST 2026

Mount Olive

Eleventh Hour Rescue’s BARKFEST 2026

Join us for this outdoor, family- and dog-friendly, super fun event! Leashed dogs welcomed (no retractable leashes,...

TAYLOR SIMON KING 
A Night of Legendary Music Is Coming to MPAC on June 27&nbsp;
Taylor Simon King is more than a concert — it's a time machine. Take A Nostalgic Look Back at 4 Decades of Classic Music That Became the Soundtrack to Our Generation!
	•	From the poetic soul of James Taylor, the electrifying energy of Carly Simon, to the timeless magic of Carole King - this tribute delivers unforgettable performances that will stir your heart, spark your memories, and get you singing every word.
	•	CRITICS CALL IT&nbsp;
"An emotional, musical journey that feels like coming home."
Tickets are going fast — don't miss your chance to relive the songs that shaped vour life. Produced by Franke Previte Academy Award winner ( I’ve had) The time of my life Dirty Dancing.Tickets taylorsimonking.comMayoarts.org

Local Event: Mayo Pac Presents / Taylor Simon King

Mayo Pac Presents / Taylor Simon King

TAYLOR SIMON KING 
A Night of Legendary Music Is Coming to MPAC on June 27 
Taylor Simon King is more than a concert — it's a...

🌱 Patch AM: East Hanover Summer Concert Series...

Also check out Riker Hill Artist Studio Tours  on the East Hanover Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: East Hanover Summer Concert Series 2026: 4 Nights of Free Live Music In July

Community Corner

East Hanover Summer Concert Series 2026: 4...

From a Taylor Swift tribute to golden-age arena rock, Lurker Park hosts every Tuesday in July starting at 7 p.m.

East Hanover Summer Concert Series 2026: 4 Nights of Free Live Music In July

Gloucester County

West Deptford

New Details On Deadly NJ School Bus Crash 

Crime & Safety

Storm Track Shift Increases Severe Weather...

Wind gusts and hail have the potential to be damaging, according to weather experts.

Storm Track Shift Increases Severe Weather Chances In NJ This Weekend

Weather

Ocean County

Point Pleasant

Jersey Shore Beach Report: Enjoy A Taste Of Summer

Sunny skies and warm temperatures are anticipated for the Jersey Shore's beaches this weekend. 

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition