Thomas “Chopper” Russo and his award-winning RE/MAX SELECT team have helped over 1,500 clients buy, sell, and lease homes across Northern New Jersey. Trusted for their compassion, expertise, and relentless client advocacy, the Chopper Russo Team ranks among the top-performing real estate groups locally, nationally, and globally.
Ranked #2 in NJ, #20 in the USA, and #78 worldwide by Real Trends/WSJ
Master Certified Negotiation Experts (MCNE) – the only full team in NJ
Top 1% of Realtors Nationwide
RE/MAX Hall of Fame | Lifetime Achievement | Circle of Legends | Diamond Team Award
Whether you're buying your first home, selling a legacy property, or investing in Northern NJ real estate, you can count on honest guidance, smart strategy, and proven results.
Chopper and his team are proud participants in Homes for Heroes, offering specialized support and savings for military personnel, first responders, healthcare workers, and educators. They also contribute a portion of every transaction to causes including Baking for Memories and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. In 2020, the team was recognized with the RE/MAX NJ Community Citizenship Award.
Chopper is deeply involved in the community as a member of the Oakland Chamber of Commerce, the Elks, Oakland Dog Park, Passaic County Chiefs Association, Rotary Club, and Knights of Columbus. He was named a Fifth District “Hometown Hero” by Congressman Josh Gottheimer.
Outside of real estate, Chopper enjoys skiing, motorcycling, golf, and spending time with his English Bulldogs.
(201) 240-5200
chopper@chopperrussoteam.com
chopperrussoteam.com
Specialties: Commercial and Residential Real Estate
ABR (Accredited Buyer's Representative)
ACP (Accredited Commercial Practitioner)
AHWD (At Home with Diversity)
CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert)
CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist)
CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist)
CMOE (Certified Multiple Offers Expert)
CNHS (Certified New Home Specialist)
CPM (Certified Property Manager)
CREN (Certified Real Estate Negotiator)
C-RETS (Certified Real Estate Team Specialist)
CRS (Council of Residential Specialist)
MCNE (Master Certified Negotiation Expert)
MilRES (Military Residential Specialist)
RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert)
RSPS (Resort & Second Home Property Specialist)
SFR (Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource)
SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist
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