Kellyann Skorupski of Howell, the co-owner of Chores NJ, a lifestyle management and concierge services company based in Wall Township, has been named a recipient of a Golden Osprey Award by the Jersey Shore Chamber of Commerce. The awards are given to those who have contributed significantly to the betterment of the Jersey Shore and the business community. The award ceremony and dinner will be held on Oct. 18 from 6-9 p.m. at Jumping Brook Country Club, Neptune. Skorupski volunteers with the American Cancer Society, serving on the Tides of Change Gala committee; the Jersey Shore Golf Classic committee; and the Corporate Leadership Council of the American Cancer Society. She has organized charity fundraising events for friends battling cancer. As a member of the Jersey Shore Chamber of Commerce, Skorupski was the chairwoman of the summer kickoff event for the chamber. She also serves on the marketing committee, among other chamber committees. Skorupski and her business partner, Stephanie Marsh of Howell, pride themselves on Chores being a community driven business.
The Monmouth Ocean Regional Realtors have chosen Kenneth Walker III, RE/MAX Paradigm Realty Group, as 2018 Realtor of the Year, and Barbara Kenas, RE/MAX Central, as 2018 Realtor Associate of the Year. Walker, of Brielle, is the 2018 president of the Monmouth Ocean Regional Realtors. Over the years, he has volunteered for local organizations and has dedicated his time to creating scholarships for economically challenged children to attend basketball camp. Kenas, of Marlboro, became a licensed real estate agent in New Jersey in 1983. She has been a recipient of the New Jersey Realtors Circle of Excellence Sales Award for approximately 30 years. Kenas has been a beacon of multiple causes throughout New Jersey. She has been a champion for Covenant House in Newark, whose mission is to rescue, educate and launch at-risk homeless teens. Kenas developed and launched “Jeans for Teens,” a program to fill a gap of appropriate clothing for children and teens who are sheltered or at risk.
Eva Ling, manager of Weichert, Realtors, Jackson office, has announced that sales associates and staff members from her office will participate in the 2018 Jackson Day community celebration scheduled for Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at John F. Johnson Jr. Memorial Park. The event will offer an arts and crafts fair, a flea market, more than 150 vendors, a car show, and live entertainment featuring concerts by AM Gold and The Fabulous Greaseband. Free children’s activities include amusement rides, pony rides, hay rides, a petting zoo, pumpkin painting, and trick-or-treating at the vendor booths from noon to 4 p.m. “My team is looking forward to great music and delicious food, all while sharing information about our real estate services with those who may be interested in buying or selling a home,” Ling said. “Jackson Day is always a wonderful celebration of autumn and the town’s community spirit. We invite everyone to stop by our booth and chat.”
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New Jersey and Rockland County, New York, announced that Dawn Mauro has been named district sales manager, overseeing the Howell and Wall Township real estate offices. John Murray was concurrently named assistant manager for both offices. Combined, they will manage approximately 100 affiliated agents serving Monmouth and Ocean counties. Mauro has 16 years of experience with the residential real estate market in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Murray spent 15 years as a marketing executive for Coldwell Banker, consulting with agents on how to best use the company’s cutting-edge technology.
The Cove at Howell offers a competitively priced condominium product to the age-restricted, affordable homebuyer. The community offers new, affordable condos available for immediate occupancy. A limited number of homes remain. Affordable two-bedroom condos are available from $117,588 to $168,500. Single buyers must have an annual income that does not exceed $51,864. Couples must have an annual income that does not exceed $59,273. Competitive financing rates are available for qualified buyers. Eligible down payments can be as low as 5 percent without PMI insurance. Real estate taxes are less than $4,000 per year. The monthly HOA fee is $111. For those looking to downsize without the need of a mortgage, the total monthly payment can be less than $500 per month. Those interested are invited to tour The Cove at Howell’s new Community Room, as well as its one- and two-bedroom furnished models, which highlight open living areas with a kitchen, living room and dining room. The model homes at The Cove at Howell are at 701 and 703 E. Florence Circle, Howell (GPS 100 East Torino – directly off Route 33 East at Colts Neck Road). To learn more, visit TheCoveAtHowell.com or call the weekend on-site sales representative, Thomas Palumbo, at 732-921-9660 to schedule an appointment to tour the model homes.
Benderson Development has announced that HomeGoods is the newest addition to Howell Commons shopping center, 4765 Route 9, Howell. HomeGoods joins other top brands at Howell Commons such as TJ Maxx, Kohl’s, Ulta, Starbucks, Michaels, Chipotle, Panera and more. Among additional anchor stores, Target and Stop & Shop are immediate neighbors. Benderson Development developed the shopping center in the early 2000s.
Walters has opened The Ponds At Jackson Twenty-One, an income-restricted housing community offering 88 LEED-certified apartment units. Residents have begun moving into the townhouse-styled apartments, which feature private entrances and one- to three-bedroom layouts. The 11-building community was constructed using green building practices. “We are very proud of what we do, and we plan to build many more communities like this throughout the state,” said Joseph Del Duca, Partner and Director of Affordable Housing. “Our goal is to provide people with a safe and secure place to live, near where they work, and where their kids can go to a good school and have a successful life.” Rents at The Ponds At Jackson Twenty-One are subject to income restrictions. For leasing information, call 732-987-9222 or visit the leasing office at 100 Mallard Court, Jackson. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
