Concierge Real Estate in Rumson / Fair Haven: Sell Smarter

Katherine "Kate" Raftery

Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, strategy matters. Northern Monmouth County buyers move quickly — and they pay a premium for homes that feel updated, well-maintained, and truly move-in ready. The right preparation directly impacts your sale price, days on market, and negotiating power. As a top local Rumson and Fair Haven listing agent, I offer a concierge real estate approach designed to maximize your home’s value before it ever hits the MLS. That means: Coordinating clean-outs (basements, attics, garages) Managing repairs and smart cosmetic updates Overseeing vendor timelines Strategic staging designed to attract stronger offers We focus on improvements that increase your net profit — not random renovations. If a kitchen refresh, bathroom update, lighting upgrade, or exterior improvement is likely to deliver a return in this market, I’ll guide the strategy and manage the process. If it won’t add value? We skip it. You won’t be handed a checklist and left to figure it out. You’ll get a clear, customized plan for selling your home in Rumson, Fair Haven, or Northern Monmouth County — including what to do, what to avoid, projected costs, and expected return. You make the key decisions. I handle the details. If you’re researching how to sell your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, let’s start with a smart plan designed to protect and maximize your home value. Kate Raftery Realtor | Owner NextHome Peninsula Realty Group Rumson &amp; Fair Haven Real Estate Specialist

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Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or...

Douglas Elliman Luxury Real Estate by Danielle Lacko Team

A waterfront resident of Monmouth County NJ—near the highly anticipated Netflix Studios development, Danielle offers firsthand local knowledge and lifestyle insight that extends far beyond the transaction. Her expertise spans oceanfront estates, waterfront homes, luxury condos, and high-value investment properties across the most desirable New Jersey Shore towns. Backed by one of the world’s leading luxury brokerages, Danielle combines hyper-local market expertise with the global reach and metropolitan access of Douglas Elliman—delivering elevated service, strategic marketing, and exceptional results for buyers, sellers, and investors alike. Her area of focus is from Monmouth Beach to Mantoloking, Rumson to Short Hills, And-across the Manhattan Skyline.

Carly Baldwin

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Douglas Elliman Luxury Real Estate by Danielle...

A waterfront resident of Monmouth County NJ—near the highly anticipated Netflix Studios development, Danielle offers firsthand local knowledge and...

Opening for Summer/Fall Season on Saturday May 2nd, 2026

4JG's Orchards & Vineyards, LLC.

Picturesque, family-owned winery with fun wine tastings in a beautiful and historic farm setting.  Known for its award-winning wines made from grapes grown on site.  Sample our wines and enjoy a glass while walking through the vineyards.  During the holiday season, it becomes a spectacular you pick, we cut Christmas tree farm.  

Sara Winick

Marlboro-Coltsneck

Picturesque, family-owned winery with fun wine tastings in a beautiful and historic farm setting. Known for its award-winning wines made from...

Kick Oceanport

Kick studios is a renowned dance and performing arts school with 25-years of experience educating young performers through comprehensive programing for all ages and levels. Our mission at Kick is to build strong, creative, confident students while emphasizing a strong connection to community and each other. We are excited to announce that we are opening a BRAND NEW location in Oceanport this June. Located at The Riverwalk Center in Oceanport, NJ we hope you come dance with us! Summer Registration NOW opened. Check us out, and experience the magic of Kick Performing Arts Studio!  

Kick studios is a renowned dance and performing arts school with 25-years of experience educating young performers through comprehensive programing...

Ranney School

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an exceptional learning environment and rigorous academic program where students are known and valued. Our dedicated and passionate faculty help foster an environment that allows students to find their interests and pursue them, while creating an educational journey that supports each student’s individual path.

Freehold

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an...

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Scarlet Reserve Room

We are independently owned, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Monmouth County cannabis community — not backed by multi-state operators or corporate investors. Our mission is to keep cannabis culture alive in New Jersey while providing safe, premium, and compliant cannabis products to local customers. For anyone who believes in second chances and social equity in the New Jersey cannabis market, our journey shows it’s possible — even when the odds feel stacked against you. We’re proud to lead by example and build a trusted Englishtown and Monmouth County dispensary for the next generation of cannabis consumers and entrepreneurs. Our journey proves that redemption and determination can break barriers. Once facing charges for the very plant now fueling an industry, our founder rebuilt from the ground up — earning degrees, mastering business, and creating safe, trusted spaces for cannabis and wellness. Today, Scarlet Reserve Room stands proudly as an independently owned, legacy-to-legal Englishtown dispensary, keeping culture alive and proving second chances matter.

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We are independently owned, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Monmouth County cannabis community — not backed by multi-state operators or...

Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale

Brookdale Community College

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the foundation of who we are. Every program, partnership, and learning experience is designed to help students Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale as they pursue meaningful and rewarding futures. Our commitment to quality is reflected in what our students experience every day: • 81 percent say professors put significant effort into teaching their classes. • 76 percent report it is easy to get the classes they need. • 92 percent feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. • A 17 to 1 student-faculty ratio ensures personalized support and mentorship. • Graduates earn a median salary of $50,836 five years out, well above the national average. With more than 60 degree and certificate programs, Brookdale offers flexible in-person, hybrid, and online options to meet students where they are. Our seamless transfer pathways—with Rutgers University, Georgian Court University, Kean University, and Monmouth University—allow students to complete their bachelor’s degrees right here in Monmouth County. We also offer more than 40 transfer agreements with leading four-year colleges and universities from Paris to New Jersey and beyond, guaranteeing qualified students junior-year status. Several agreements even provide three-plus-one pathways so your junior year can be completed at Brookdale for significant savings. Students also benefit from robust career services, workforce partnerships, and hands-on learning that prepare them for in-demand careers in nursing, business, engineering, information technology, criminal justice, cybersecurity, liberal arts, and more. Brookdale’s rigorous programs and dedicated faculty empower students to Be Bold, excel in a rapidly changing world, and graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed.

Asbury Park

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the...

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The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility

An INSURED, Secure, Climate Controlled Antique, Classic and Exotic car storage facility.

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Physical therapy practice with hundreds of 5 star reviews!

db Ortho PT

db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art facilities in Red Bank and Manalapan. We are proud to have hundreds of 5 star reviews with the care delivered by 8 highly skilled Doctors of Physical Therapy and a passionate support staff. Amazing customer service is our mission which is reflected in our patient outcomes. Five of our DPT’s are also Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialists, which no other practice can claim. We also have two clinicians who are Certified in Dry Needling as well as highly equiped facilities with the Alter-g Antigravity Treadmill, Opton Class IV laser, Zimmer Enpulse shockwave, Therm-x vasopneumatic heat and cryotherapy to name a few of our modalities. Experience the Best in Breed at db OrthoPT! Ps- we are not a corporate owned practice controlled by private equity money like many other PT clinics with 40 locations and PT has ownership of the practice.

Red Bank-Shrewsbury

db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art...

Join Sickles Market on Sunday, Jan. 13th at 11am for our FAMOUS Terrarium Workshop! Visit our tropical greenhouse and learn how to create and care for your own terrarium.  Each participant will create their own 7" bubble terrarium to take home and enjoy during the winter months. Workshop Fee: $30.00 Advance Registration and Payment Required Limited Space CALL TODAY Tel: 732.741.9563

Join Sickles Market on Sunday, Jan. 13th at 11am for our FAMOUS Terrarium Workshop! Visit our tropical greenhouse and learn how to create and care for your own terrarium.  Each participant will create their own 7” bubble terrarium to take home and enjoy during the winter months. Workshop Fee: $30.00 Advance Registration and Payment Required Limited Space

CALL TODAY Tel: 732.741.9563

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Pilgrim Baptist Church

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Monday, May 25, 7pm, at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Red Bank, NJ. This summer our theme is “Music From the Movies”, including Footloose, Grease, Mamma Mia, Dirty Dancing, James Bond, Hair, and many more.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Monday, May 25, 7pm, at Pilgrim...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

St George's By the River

St. George’s-by-the-River Episcopal Church is excited to host its 78th Annual Canterbury Fair—rain or shine—on Saturday, June 6th from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM.
Early Access for Early Bird Shoppers Get in before the crowds from 8:00–9:30 AM for a $10 entry fee. The fair opens free to all at 9:30 AM!
Fun for Kids &amp; Families Our expanded Canterbury Kids section is bigger and better than ever, perfect for keeping kids entertained all day long.
New &amp; Exciting for 2026:
<ul><li>Dance Party Dome Bounce House</li><li>Virtual Reality Experience</li><li>Rock Climbing Wall</li><li>Pickleball</li><li>Mini Golf …and more!</li></ul>
$25 all-day wristband for unlimited games, with $5 tickets available for Rock Climbing &amp; VR experiences.
Shop, Discover &amp; Enjoy Browse what many call the best White Elephant Marketplace this side of the river, plus:
<ul><li>Garden items 🌿</li><li>Jewelry 💎</li><li>Unique treasures &amp; finds</li></ul>
&nbsp;Food for Every Taste From baked goods and tea to burgers and more—come hungry! Plus, enjoy a specialty coffee vendor serving up your favorite handcrafted drinks.
Easy &amp; Free Parking Take advantage of our free shuttle service starting at 7:30 AM from Holy Cross Church (free parking) to the fair and back.
Giving Back All proceeds support St. George’s ministries and outreach partners.Learn more: <a href="https://www.stgeorgesrumson.org/78thcanterburyfair" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">stgeorgesrumson.org/78thcanterburyfair</a>

Local Event: 78th Canterbury Fair 

78th Canterbury Fair 

St. George’s-by-the-River Episcopal Church is excited to host its 78th Annual Canterbury Fair—rain or shine—on Saturday, June...

Free Virtual Webinar 

Event Date: June 16th, 2026Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.Join our network's expert surgeons—David Dupree, M.D., Annie Benzie, M.D., and Jeffrey Kraft, M.D.—for an exclusive webinar exploring the forefront of general surgery. This comprehensive session will provide clear, expert insights into the latest treatments and the compassionate, patient-centered care you can expect on your surgical journey.
Hear from our surgeons about a wide range of important health topics, including:
<ul><li>The latest advancements in hernia repair, from simple to complex, using minimally invasive and robotic techniques.</li><li>Effective, long-term surgical solutions for chronic acid reflux (GERD) and hiatal hernias.</li><li>The complete patient journey: what to expect from consultation, pre-operative preparation, and life after surgery.</li><li>Insights into common procedures such as gallbladder, appendix, and spleen removal.</li><li>The role of the general surgeon in both planned procedures and emergency care.</li></ul>




This is a unique opportunity to engage with leaders from Hackensack Meridian Health in the field and enhance your understanding of contemporary surgical practice. By bringing these crucial topics together, we aim to provide a valuable and comprehensive overview to empower you on your path to better health. <a href="https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/event/dfddd26f-a03f-43ce-bb86-3632cdf7e716/summary?utm_source=HMH-CVENT&amp;utm_medium=Digital&amp;utm_campaign=PatchRMCMay" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery, Free Virtual Webinar 

Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery,...

Event Date: June 16th, 2026Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.Join our network's expert surgeons—David Dupree, M.D., Annie Benzie, M.D.,...

Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery, Free Virtual Webinar 

🌱 Patch AM: Tremendous Office Furniture...

Make time for Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! on the Little Silver Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Tremendous Office Furniture Warehouse Liquidation Sale and 12 more events

Belmar Mayor Jerry Buccafusco Suddenly Resigns

Buccafusco said he will resign to focus on his health and family. His term as Belmar mayor will end July 1.

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2-Time Super Bowl Champion Rick Lovato Speaks...

Former Eagles long snapper Rick Lovato grew up in Middletown, and graduated from High School South.

2-Time Super Bowl Champion Rick Lovato Speaks At Middletown High School South 

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What's Planned In June In Monmouth County Parks

With its gentle breezes and warm weather, June is perhaps the best month of the year to head out to your county parks.

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