Stephanie - Real Estate Agent

Business Philosophy

Stephanie understands people and creates a comfortable environment to suite an individual client's needs. Remember, she does this every day...you go through the process of buying or selling a home just a few times in your life - she is there for you, a good listener, smart marketer, professional and highly ethical. she prides herself on the service she gives her clients.

Visit www.StephanieAnnSmith.com for area information and listings in the Westfield area. Truly a Westfield area expert! With solid professionalism exemplified by sound planning, high ethical standards and clear communication skills, With over 30 years of marketing experience, Stephanie knows how to position your home to sell! Stephanie will make your transaction go smoothly from contract to closing. Passionate about Real Estate, and through her vast business experience, she has learned the most important elements of business never really go out of style: Solid relationships, honesty, integrity, dedication and follow through. In addition, knowing the territory, doing the homework and having precise attention to details are characteristics that she feels are important.

Education and Training

Antique Home Expert - Trained in Historic Real Estate through the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Don't settle for anything less than an expert when selling your older home. These Gems need special attention, unique marketing and an in-depth understanding of the 'nature of antique homes'. If you have not lived in one...you cannot be an expert!!!!!

Trained and Certified Corporate Relocation Specialist - Being relocated? You need an agent with experience who will handle the marketing and sale of your home and one who knows the inter-workings of relocation companies. Having moved more than 20 times give Stephanie hands on experience in the process of being transferred. Having worked with worldwide relocation companies, she has the know-how and understanding of how they work and what they need from an agent. Fully trained and skilled in working with both buyers and sellers being transferred.

Areas of Expertise

Stephanie offers a premium marketing package that she created for homeowners. She brings more than 30 years of marketing expertise to the table, She believes that matching the right Broker to the right property is the single most important decision any homeowner can make. Stephanie provides a superior level of informed, professional real estate services to both buyers and sellers.

Having lived in Westfield for more than 30 years, including attending junior high and high school there, she has experienced residing in many areas of town. She is the former owner of the Historic Matthias Sayer home (Circa 1763) in Westfield. She has an excellent perspective of what clients really need, whether they are preparing to list their home for sale or are searching for their new 'dream house'.

Quality Service! Being on the road and previewing properties enables her to be thoroughly knowledgeable of the market and allows her to assist Buyers and Sellers with the facts they need to make a wise decision. With the inventory quickly changing, her clients appreciate working with someone who makes it a priority to know the market.. Visit www.StephanieAnnSmith.com. Ask Stephanie about her nationwide referral team of professionals. If you, a friend or relative are moving, let Stephanie connect you to one of her professional teammates.

Specialty markets include: Antique homes, Country homes and Beach homes - you can count on Stephanie to find the right house for you! And, if you are selling, she will find the right buyer! You can count on Stephanie!!!

Community Involvement

Stephanie belongs to The National Canine Cancer Association and Pilot 'n Paws, an organization where pilots, in the free time, transfer shelter pets to various shelters around the country in order to be adopted.

She is also a lifetime member of the Westfield Historical Society and a member of the New York City Historical Society.

Stephanie and her Husband, John, both volunteer at various animal shelters in the state and belong to the Northshore Animal League.

Personal BackgroundAlthough born in Illinois, Stephanie has spent most of her life in the Westfield area, New York City and the Jersey shore. As a single mother, she even decided to raise her daughter, Heather, in Westfield.(Heather, is an artist and currently resides in Westfield. She is married to an attorney and together they have two daughters). Stephanie loves still life photography and cooking and when not marketing and showing homes, you will find her either in the kitchen baking or hanging off a cliff capturing, on film, a beautiful sunset. Stephanie works with animal shelters and for years rescued St. Bernards...those sweet "Gentle Giants". She is a member of Pilots n Paws, Northshore Animal Shelter, Westfield Historical Society and The New York City Historical Society. She is currently married to her high school sweetheart, John Hillard (who was also a graduate of Westfield High). With this marriage she gained two stepsons - Brandon and Gavin who reside in Maine,

Communities I Serve

With property specialization, Stephanie covers a vast area of New Jersey. Antique homes are located throughout the state. She is liceneced in the entire state of New Jersey. and belongs to 4 Multiple listing services. Equestrian properties are located in the central and southern sections of the sate and beach homes along the jersey shore. Her extensive knowledge and "Local connections" help her service her clients in the best possible way.

Specific towns include: Westfield, Summit, Short Hills/Millburn, Chatham, Madison, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Cranford, Mountainside, Short HIlls/Millburn and surrounding areas. Looking for a second home? Country House? Downsizing? Stephanie also offers an extensive knowledge of Spring Lake, Sea Girt, Point Pleasant Beach, Bay Head, Mantoloking, Long Beach Island and other 'jersey shore' communities in both Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Love the charm of older homes? Hire a trained expert to find the right antique/historical home or to market your cherished antique gem! Moving out of state? Trained corporate relocation Agent. Do you have family or friends moving? Stephanie's referral networks is worldwide. Let her refer you to another professional on her team - just call Stephanie Smith at 908-230-8585 or visit www.StephanieAnnSmith.com for additional information