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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Waypoint Risk Advisors is a licensed independent insurance agency located at 44 Apple Street, Suite 9, in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. The firm provides comprehensive insurance solutions to individuals, families, and business owners throughout the region. By acting as an independent broker, they offer clients access to a wide range of coverage options from multiple highly rated insurance carriers. The agency specializes in a broad spectrum of personal and commercial insurance products, including auto, homeowners, condo, renters, umbrella, flood, and life insurance. Their team focuses on proactive risk assessment, policy comparisons, and coverage recommendations to ensure that each client’s protection is tailored to their specific needs. Beyond initial policy setup, they provide ongoing support through policy reviews and dedicated claims advocacy services. Customers can expect a personalized approach that prioritizes clear guidance and efficient service to simplify the insurance selection process. By leveraging their expertise to identify coverage gaps and competitive pricing, Waypoint Risk Advisors helps clients secure confident protection for what matters most.

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Waypoint Risk Advisors is a licensed independent insurance agency located at 44 Apple Street, Suite 9, in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. The firm...

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A new kind of retail experience is coming to the Jersey Shore. Uncharted, the fast-growing lifestyle concept from The Paper Store Group, is set to open its newest location at 48 NJ-36 in Eatontown, marking its third New Jersey store following Clifton and East Hanover. The Eatontown location will welcome guests with a soft opening on July 25, leading up to a highly anticipated grand opening celebration on September 12. Designed as a space to discover, Uncharted offers an elevated, immersive approach to shopping where every detail invites exploration. The store blends a modern, design-forward environment with an ever-evolving assortment of fashion, accessories, beauty, home décor, and curated gifts. The result is a destination that feels both effortless and inspiring. Inside, shoppers will find a thoughtfully edited curation of must-have favorites and emerging brands, including Strawflower, Favorite Daughter, Birkenstock, Touchland, Owala, Bombas, Marin, and more. Whether you are searching for a meaningful gift, an unexpected new find, or the brands all over your TikTok, Uncharted brings it all together under one roof, making it a go-to for both everyday moments and milestone occasions alike. More than just a store, Uncharted is designed to be a destination. Each visit offers something new, from product drops to interactive, in-store moments that encourage guests to linger, explore, and engage. Expect a vibrant atmosphere, unexpected surprises, and plenty of reasons to stay awhile. With more than 100 stores nationwide, The Paper Store Group continues to redefine modern shopping through connection, creativity, and discovery. Come see what is waiting and find something you didn’t know you needed at Uncharted Eatontown. Store Number - (848)339-1332 | Corporate Number - (844) 480-7100

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A new kind of retail experience is coming to the Jersey Shore. Uncharted, the fast-growing lifestyle concept from The Paper Store Group, is set to...

RoBeans Mobile Barista is booking for the spring and summer

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RoBeans Mobile Barista is a woman-owned coffee bus based in Asbury Park, serving handcrafted espresso drinks, coffee, and tea at community events, corporate gatherings, schools, and private celebrations. Known for its welcoming service and quality beverages. RoBeans brings "serenity in a cup" wherever it parks.

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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.

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250 TED Talks. 7 Million views. 7000 guests. Since 2013. 

TEDxAsburyPark

Next Event May 6th @ Triumph Stage Dinner, comedy, music &amp; ideas Guests arrive by 6pm. Curtain at 7pm. 6 TED Talks + Original music + comedy + audience participation The Inventions of Whiskey by Robin Robinson A Comic Celebrates Parties by Erin Maguire Original Music Out of a Bottle by Arlan Feiles Drink in Literature &amp; Poetry by Diana Pittet Feasting across Class by Princeton Professor, Hanna Garth Craft &amp; Cuisine by Adam Rechnitz Producers: Brian Smiga, Suzanne Pisano, John Orefice, Gina Melnyk, Joe Mancuso Production Company: Act 19 - the Almost Grownup Theater Since 2013. Always Sold Out. 250 TED Talks. 7000 guests. 7 million views.

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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.

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

Three American Troubadours 

From the poetic soul of James Taylor the electrifying energy of Carly Simon to the timeless magic of Carole King celebrate four decades of classic pop music through unforgettable performances that will stir your heart spark your memories and get you singing every word. Tickets taylorsimonking.com

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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.

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

SHREWSBURY, NJ —A 14-year-old teen was reported missing on Thursday, according to the Shrewsbury Police Department. A photo of the teen was released by police. He was described as being 5'2", with 125 pounds, black hair and brown eyes. The teen was last seen wearing gray sweatpants, a gray shirt, dark-colored sneakers and a baseball hat. He is known to spend time in Red Bank. Anyone with information about his whereabouts can contact the Shrewsbury Police Department at 732-741-2500.

SHREWSBURY, NJ —A 14-year-old teen was reported missing on Thursday, according to the Shrewsbury Police Department.

A photo of the teen was released by police. He was described as being 5'2", with 125 pounds, black hair and brown eyes. The teen was last seen wearing gray sweatpants, a gray shirt, dark-colored sneakers and a baseball hat. He is known to spend time in Red Bank.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts can contact the Shrewsbury Police Department at 732-741-2500.

14-Year-Old Teen Missing: Shrewsbury Police

The teen is known to frequent Red Bank and was last seen wearing gray sweatpants, a gray shirt, dark-colored sneakers and a baseball hat.

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14-Year-Old Teen Missing: Shrewsbury Police

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