Jeff Kalafut is the Broker and Co-Team Leader of Pinnacle Partners Group, brokered by eXp Realty, and one of New Jersey's most trusted names in real estate. Known for his leadership, integrity, and commitment to service, Jeff has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results for buyers, sellers, and investors across Northern New Jersey. His dedication has earned him the prestigious NJ REALTORS(R) Circle of Excellence Sales Award every year since 2018 and consistent recognition as one of New Jersey's top real estate agents. Before his real estate career, Jeff spent 18 years in law enforcement with the Mt. Olive Township Police Department, where he rose to the rank of Sergeant. Following an on-duty injury in 2015, he transitioned into real estate with the same sense of duty and passion for helping people. That experience continues to shape his approach--bringing a calm, confident presence and a sharp eye for detail to every transaction. A lifelong resident of Northern New Jersey, Jeff grew up in Sussex County and now resides in Long Valley, NJ with his wife, three daughters, and their two beloved Goldendoodles. Deeply rooted in his community, he is a youth softball coach, a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Succasunna, and a supporter of numerous local sports teams. He also previously served as the Coordinator of the Morris County Police Critical Incident Debriefing Team, reflecting his enduring dedication to leadership and service. Jeff leads Pinnacle Partners Group with a clear mission: to raise the standard in real estate by providing clients with honesty, expertise, and personalized guidance. Outside of work, he can be found cheering on his daughters in their respective activities--whether it's volleyball, dance, lacrosse, or basketball--with the same energy and passion he brings to his business.
OTHER LANGUAGES
English
Community Involvement
Former Long Valley youth softball coach, member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, and Mt. Olive Chamber of Commerce
HOBBIES/INTEREST
I am an avid baseball fan (Let's Go Mets!) and sports card collector
FAMILY
Husband, Girl Dad, and Goldendoodle Dad
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Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - New Jersey - # 1757479
Designation
SRS, ABR, PSA
Specialties
Buyers
Sellers
Residential Property
Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, Consulting
Awards
2026
TOP AGENT
Hackettstown, NJ
2026
TOP AGENT
Budd Lake, NJ
2026
TOP AGENT
Flanders, NJ
Other Awards
NJ REALTORS Circle of Excellence Sales Award 2018-2019-Silver, 2020-2021-Gold; "Elite" (Best of the Best) Morris County Real Estate Agent - Morris/Essex Health & Life 2020-2022
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What clients say about this agent....
Professional
Responsive
Knowledgeable
Outstanding
Trustworthy
Hard working
Communicative
Attentive
Available Remotely
Excellent negotiator
KendallMachak
Review for Member: Jeffrey Kalafut
December 15, 2025
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Genuine and determined to find you the perfect home! As first time homebuyers, we were completely clueless before we met Jeff. Right away he was extremely knowledgable , helpful, and transparent about the whole process. He was willing to go the extra mile to make sure we were getting a great house. He actually spent almost an hour searching a house for access to a basement! Jeff genuinely cares about his clients and isn't just looking for a sale. Jeff led us to the right people for every part of the entire process and truly made it an enjoyable experience. He was patient with us despite the numerous speed bumps we encountered and the many questions we had. We could not recommend Jeff enough!
18blazingstarway
Review for Member: Jeffrey Kalafut
August 23, 2025
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As first-time home sellers, we honestly didnt know anything about the process, and Jeff was outstanding every step of the way. He took the time to explain everything in detail, answered all of our questions with patience, and guided us through the entire transaction with professionalism and confidence. Jeffs market knowledge, communication skills, and attention to detail gave us peace of mind during what could have been a very stressful time. The rest of the EXP team was equally outstanding, providing support that made the entire experience seamless. Jeffs market predictions were spot on, and the information flow between him, his team, and us was clear, timely, and easy to understand. We always felt supported and informed, and knew we were in the best hands possible. We couldnt have asked for a better realtor and highly recommend Jeff and the EXP team to anyone buying or selling a home.
Katahdin B.
Review for Member: Jeffrey Kalafut
July 29, 2023
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Doug was absolutely amazing! He helped us through the home buying process in a rough market- made sure we got what we needed for our growing family while also making sure we werent getting in over our heads! He educated us and made sure we knew exactly what was happening throughout the entire process! We could not recommend Doug enough!
Miachoppy6012
Review for Member: Jeffrey Kalafut
July 24, 2023
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Doug was great. We needed to find a rental very quickly as we already had an offer on our house. He got us in to see the house we ended moving in to. He was very responsive and knowledgeable with all of our questions.
Ricky C.
Review for Member: Jeffrey Kalafut
June 12, 2023
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Chris was amazing. He helped every step of the way, by sending listings, being flexible with meeting us at different houses, and giving us honest feedback. Chris is extremely knowledgeable in the costs to fix things that may be wrong with the house. He has a great deal of experience in the house market and is able to tell you everything you might need to know. Working with him was a great experience.