Gerard Jerry McManus

Q: 1. What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?

When looking to buy a home, please know the process is important. People don't buy homes every day. Consult with your financing partner to know where you stand financially. You may need to clarify things in your credit history BEFORE falling in love with a house. Also, and equally important, make sure you consult with a real professional to go over the process (to manage expectations). Don't forget to go over market conditions. Things can change what seems to be "overnight" sometimes.

Q: 2. What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?

Who you choose to do business with is extremely important. These are some questions to ask yourself: Does the agent I propose to choose really know my area? Have they transacted regularly in my area? Will the agent you choose tell you "What you need to know" vs "What they think you want to hear"? Real value in an agent comes from the ability to be honest and share info that may be awkward to deliver. An example may be to tell you about the odors they noticed when they walked into your home.

Q: 3. What types of clients have you worked with?

Over the past two-plus decades, I have had the honor of helping folks from all walks of life. Everything from first-time home buyers to estate sales. What I have seen is that folks have different needs at different stages of life.

Q: 4. Describe a recent transaction you are fond of. How did it go?

Recently, I helped a retiree sell her home in Sicklerville and helped relocate her to Georgia. During this time, she really leaned on my understanding of just about everything. Everything from staging and pricing strategies to evaluating relative strengths in offers, plus my various levels of marketing. What made it unique is that she seemed to hang on every word I said, and I noticed. When I thanked her for such attentiveness, she said I was her "SME" or "Subject Matter Expert," and that it behooved her to pay close attention to what I was discussing. Well, things went very smoothly, and she refers friends to me in gratitude.

Q: 5. How did you get started in Real Estate?

The catalyst for getting into real estate came from a friend I worked with in another field. He had been working part-time in real estate but felt compelled to suggest I do it full-time. He said, "If ANYONE was made for real estate, it's you". The rest is history!

Q: 6. Do you have any special education or training that will benefit your clients?

Yes, I take this chosen profession quite seriously. So much so that I have hired a professional coach for the past 8 years. As part of that, I meet with 25 or so agents from around the country daily. In those daily meetings, we discuss everything that helps make a successful real estate agent including best practices.

Keller Williams

22 Years of Experience

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$12M

Total Sales Last Year

Years of Experience

100

Recent TransactionsTransactions from the last 3 years

$391.6K

Average Price Point

Service Areas

Atco, NJ Berlin, NJ Blackwood, NJ Cedar Brook, NJ Hammonton, NJ Sewell, NJ Sicklerville, NJ Somerdale, NJ Stratford, NJ Voorhees, NJ Waterford Works, NJ Williamstown, NJ Winslow, NJ

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About Gerard Jerry McManus

With over 22 years of experience serving South Jersey homeowners, Jerry McManus has built his reputation on three things: communication, integrity, and getting the job done.

Whether you're a first-time buyer navigating the process or a seasoned homeowner ready to make your next move, Jerry brings the same purposeful, hands-on approach to every transaction. He stays in constant communication with every party involved ~ from fellow agents and title companies to mortgage professionals ~ making sure nothing falls through the cracks, and every deal moves forward with clarity and confidence.

Rooted in Sicklerville and deeply connected throughout Gloucester and Winslow Townships and the greater South Jersey area, Jerry's clients don't just get an agent ~ they get a trusted advisor who tells them the truth, works tirelessly on their behalf, and delivers results.

Consistently ranked among New Jersey's top agents, Jerry has earned multiple Rate My Agent State Top 10 and National Top 100 awards ~ recognition driven entirely by verified client reviews.

Community Involvement

For more than ten years, Jerry has volunteered with Men Empowering Nations, a local nonprofit that mentors young men through Bible-based teaching, education, and leadership development in the Sicklerville/Camden County area. He also served on the Winslow Township Board of Education, where he helped support district policies, budget decisions, and student success. Jerry continues to invest in families by teaching Sunday School at his church, demonstrating his heart for service both locally and beyond his immediate community.

HOBBIES/INTEREST

Jerry's favorite place to be is with his wife and family, especially when they are in the backyard enjoying a game of wiffle ball together. A lifelong baseball enthusiast, he has collected and sold cards and memorabilia since childhood, and he also values time spent with friends and participating in social events in the community

FAMILY

Jerry has been married to his wife, Jennifer, since 1999, and together they have homeschooled and raised five children who are now young adults, with their youngest approaching graduation. As Jennifer's support role on the team continues to grow in this new season, their shared family journey shapes Jerry's patient, service?minded approach to walking clients through every step of buying or selling a home

Credentials

LICENSE

Real Estate - New Jersey - # 453305

Designation

Top Producer

Licensed Realtor

REALTOR

Specialties

Buyer's Agent
First Time Home Buyers
Listing Agent
Relocation

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Gerard Jerry McManus's Reviews & Ratings

1 Reviews

(5/5)

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What clients say about this agent....

Professional
Communicative
Knowledgeable
Responsive
Trustworthy
Outstanding
Attentive
Excellent negotiator
Available Remotely
Hard working

Demi J.

Review for Member: Gerard Jerry McManus

December 15, 2015

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The team of realtors from BHHS Fox and Roach: Joseph Scott and Gerard Mcmanus helped me sell my property in NJ while I was out of the state the whole time. It took a few months before the house was sold. Mr. Scott had gone beyond his duties to keep my vacant property clean and presentable. He held multiple open houses and generated many leads. Mr. Mcmanus worked diligently on the final deal to ensure a quick and smooth closing. They helped me to prepare the property for final walk-through without me flying back to NJ. Both gentlemen are trust worthy, very professional and responsive to my queries. They have the qualities that remote sellers like me can rely on. I recommend both of them and hope they are more successful as realtors in the days to come.

FAQ

1. What advice would you give a buyer trying to purchase a home?

2. What advice would you give a seller trying to sell their home?

3. What types of clients have you worked with?

4. Describe a recent transaction you are fond of. How did it go?

5. How did you get started in Real Estate?

6. Do you have any special education or training that will benefit your clients?

Answered Questions

Can I switch real estate agents if I feel like my current one isn't doing enough to market my home?

Hello Danny, Short Answer: Possibly. Let me ask a few honest questions first. Is your home priced correctly? Are you allowing showings at all times? Is your house clean and staged correctly? An honest answer of "no" to any of these questions will deter folks from making an offer or even a showing. A common response I have from sellers regarding price is "If they are serious, they will put in an offer". More often than not, this is not true. What actually happens is the overpriced home is used to sell someone else's home. Remember: People shop price, but buy value. Feel free to call or text with any other questions. Jerry McManus Keller Williams, Sewell, NJ

Answered by Gerard Jerry McManus | | 41 Views | Working With an Agent | 3 weeks ago

Does asking full price kill my chances at inspection concessions?

Hello Wren, Short answer: Yes, I like your rationale. To dig a little deeper, if the owner will not make any repairs, that term and condition should have been disclosed ahead of time. I would refer you to the contract. Whatever you agreed to should be written there. Not changed after the fact (verbally or otherwise). That said, I would still have my inspections and submit a repair request. IMHO, they would be crazy not to address sensible repairs. Warning: There are crazy people out there. Feel free to call or text with any other questions. Jerry McManus Keller Williams, Sewell, NJ

Answered by Gerard Jerry McManus | Bend, Oregon | 45 Views | Working With an Agent | 3 weeks ago

Are we unreasonable to only pay what we were approved for after a low appraisal?

Hello Elana Short Answer: That's what the mortgage contingency part of the contract is all about. Since the appraisal came in light, your mortgage company may not want to lend under those terms and conditions. You also are not obligated to buy outside the terms and conditions outlined. Some things to look for: the mortgage company may still lend. Ultimately, there are also costs in still looking. These could include time spent looking, paying for more inspections, and mortgage rate uncertainty. IMHO, it may not be worth you going elsewhere, even though it is an option. Feel free to call or text with any other questions. Jerry McManus Keller Williams, Sewell, NJ

Answered by Gerard Jerry McManus | Providence | 44 Views | Working With an Agent | 3 weeks ago

im underwater on my mortgage but i still gotta sell is that even possible

Hello Coy, Sorry to hear. Short answer: Yes, it's called a short sale. If you do not have the means to bring cash to settlement, the bank may forgive part of the loan. It depends on the "Hardship" or explanation for why you need to sell. Example: your employer is closing up shop in California but opening up in Texas, where your job is going to be. Sometimes there are also tax ramifications to a short sale. If you need to go in that direction, consult your tax advisor. Or: you may just want to keep the property as a rental Feel free to call or text with any other questions. Jerry McManus Keller Williams, Sewell, NJ

Answered by Gerard Jerry McManus | Bakersfield | 71 Views | Working With an Agent | 3 weeks ago

is it normal for a seller to wait till the deadline to respond to repairs

Junia, Short answer: Their response doesn't take up your time to respond. The delay in the owner's response may be because they're confirming the costs for each repair. Have your agent reach out to the other agent to check on the seller's progress. I believe in a collaborative, not adversarial, approach to a transaction. Feel free to call or text with any other questions. Jerry McManus Keller Williams, Sewell, NJ

Answered by Gerard Jerry McManus | Rockford | 103 Views | Working With an Agent | 3 weeks ago