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Montclair, New Jersey
About the Company
The Darmanin Group is a Northern New Jersey-based real estate team specializing in premier communities such as Montclair, Verona, South Orange, Maplewood, Millburn/Short Hills, Livingston, Summit, and others along direct train lines to New York City. With a preferred agent network, they extend their expertise globally, assisting with property transactions across the United States and abroad. Offering a client-centered approach, the team ensures seamless service in buying, selling, or leasing residential and commercial properties.
Led by Cheryl Darmanin, a seasoned real estate expert with multiple NAR Circle of Excellence Awards, the team brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication. Cheryl’s career spans over 20 years in sales and leadership roles at major media firms, including The Weather Channel and Yahoo!. Supported by a diverse team of professionals, The Darmanin Group provides comprehensive real estate solutions, leveraging expertise in negotiation, marketing, and strategic planning. Whether navigating complex commercial transactions or finding the perfect home, the team is committed to delivering excellence every step of the way.
The group’s success is driven by its exceptional team. Buyer Specialists Veronica McNeil and Eddie Cordes offer expert guidance throughout the home-buying process, while Leasing Specialist Nadiyah Smith leverages extensive experience in multifamily and investment properties to provide tailored solutions. Jeff Bischak brings a meticulous, multi-faceted approach to commercial real estate, backed by his property investment and renovation expertise. Lori Hascsak, a seasoned entrepreneur with a focus on childcare center acquisitions and commercial real estate, specializes in investment sales and leasing. Together, this dedicated team delivers a full-service, client-focused approach to achieving real estate goals locally, nationally, and globally.
Broker Biography
Introduction
Cheryl Darmanin is an accomplished Broker Associate with Keller Williams Commercial, bringing unparalleled expertise in real estate advisory and negotiation. A Master Certified Negotiation Expert and Strategic Marketing Specialist, Cheryl also holds designations as an Accredited Buyer’s Representative and Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource.
With a proven track record in commercial real estate across major asset classes—retail, hospitality, industrial, multifamily, office, and medical—Cheryl represents a diverse clientele, from tenants to institutional investors. Before her career in real estate, Cheryl spent over 20 years in high-stakes sales and operations roles in the media and marketing industry, managing billion-dollar revenues and leading teams of 250+ at global companies like Yahoo! and The Weather Channel.
Cheryl’s achievements include multiple NAR Circle of Excellence Awards (2014, 2019–2023) and recognition as a top producer at Keller Williams. She is a dedicated industry leader, serving on numerous committees and organizations, including CREWNJ and FIABCI, and coaching new agents entering the profession. Cheryl’s passion for real estate economics, strategic insight, and commitment to excellence make her a trusted advisor for all real estate needs.
Services Provided
Cheryl Darmanin offers a wide range of real estate services tailored to meet the unique needs of her clients, from first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors and business owners. With expertise in both residential and commercial real estate, she provides seamless guidance for buying, selling, and leasing properties. As a Master Certified Negotiation Expert, Cheryl crafts winning strategies to ensure her clients achieve the best outcomes, even in competitive markets. Her background in strategic marketing enables her to create innovative campaigns that maximize property exposure, while her credentials as an Accredited Buyer’s Representative and Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource allow her to offer specialized solutions for unique opportunities or challenging circumstances.
Cheryl’s extensive career in sales and leadership, combined with her passion for real estate economics and architecture, equips her to handle complex transactions with precision and care. Her deep knowledge of the Northern New Jersey market, coupled with her involvement in organizations like CREWNJ and FIABCI, ensures she stays ahead of industry trends. Whether navigating high-stakes commercial deals, identifying lucrative investment opportunities, or finding the perfect home, Cheryl is committed to providing exceptional client service. She offers personalized consultations to guide clients every step of the way, delivering expertise and dedication to help them achieve their real estate goals.
Areas Served
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- New Jersey — License number 1111786
Professional Affiliations
Cheryl Darmanin's affiliations include CREWNJ (Commercial Real Estate Women of NJ), FIABCI (The International Real Estate Federation), The Millburn Short Hills Chamber of Commerce, Morris County Chamber of Commerce, Board of Advisors for the Touro College Graduate School of Business, AWNY (Advertising Women of New York), B.I.G. (Believe, Inspire, Grow), and the Overlook Hospital Auxiliary. She has also served as Past President of HTEF (Harding Township Education Foundation) and as co-Chair of the South Orange Village Alliance Business Recruitment Committee. Cheryl is a Master Certified Negotiation Expert (MCNE), Strategic Marketing Specialist (CSMS), Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), Short Sale and Foreclosure Resource (SFR), and a member of the National Association of Expert Advisors as a certified Real Estate Advisor.
Business For Sale Listings
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