Maria Ackerman is a Circle Of Excellence award winning Realtor who brings over twenty years of Real Estate experience to the NJ Property Experts team located within Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage of Westfield, New Jersey. Representing Central New Jersey homeowners and future homeowners in Union, Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon and Morris Counties, Maria's creative, enthusiastic, and caring nature is perfect for matching each client’s desires as well as skillfully presenting a home’s unique presence and character. Maria joined the Central New Jersey Real Estate force after a career as an account executive in the New York City fashion industry. After giving birth to her first child in 2001 she realized it was time to work closer to home in order to be closer to her growing family. Her years spent working with national department store chains such as Neiman Marcus, Dillards and Nordstrom were the perfect preparation for her years selling Real Estate. As a resident of Scotch Plains since 1997, Maria has been very active in the community having served on many volunteer committees. She held the position of Vice President of the Evergreen School's Parent Teacher Association for two years while her two children attended elementary school. For the past five years she has been active with The Friends of Valley Brook, an action network assisting local veterans. Maria's contacts and long-time area residency leverage her energy and enthusiasm, enhancing her client dedication and ensuring satisfied repeat clients and referrals.