I've been dealing with Fox Realty in Ocean City, New Jersey for a number of years…read more my agent had been Brett English. they are most accommodating and will go out of their way to find summer rentals. great customer service.

Upon checking into our rental property in Ocean City, NJ (329 Corinthian Avenue, 1st Floor) I…read morenoticed immediately that it had not been cleaned. It was an older property and at lower price so I was not expecting it to be the nicest place; however I did expect it to be cleaned properly. In fact, prior to renting my husband asked the realtor about the cleanliness and we were assured it was clean. My family has been renting at the Jersey Shore for 40+ years so we are more than accustomed to the normal wear/tear of beach rentals; however we have never experienced arriving to a rental so filthy. I reached out to our realtor and quickly received a call back. Our realtor stated he would reach out to the owner and be in touch. Shortly after that phone call, a woman named Stephanie arrived (assuming she was the owner, but she did not identify herself as the owner) to assess the situation and agreed that the house was in need of a cleaning. She contacted "the cleaning service" and informed us that it had been a different crew than normal and they would return to clean that day. She appeared to be concerned, apologized and upon our request provided some cleaning supplies, which I definitely appreciated. Later that day we received another call from the realtor stating that cleaning crew could not come back until tomorrow. Our options were to wait until Sunday OR the owner was willing to reimburse us the $145 cleaning fee. At that point, we had already spent 2 hours cleaning the place so unhappily we accepted the reimbursement. However, it quickly became evident that no cleaning crew had ever been there. By the time we got the rental to place where it was livable (hours later), we seriously questioned whether this property has a regular cleaning service (hence the quotes earlier in this review.) Some highlights: When making the beds we noticed the mattress pads had blood stains (see photo). The amount of sand/debris near and on the washing machine was appalling. There were soiled clothes on the side of the washer, along with trash, lint, empty detergent bottles, and useless cleaning supplies (a broom that did not work). The entrance way (should have gave it away) was covered in litter and leaves (see photo). In addition we found out later that the outside light bulb was blown out, so my husband had to buy light bulbs to replace. Just an example of neglect of regular upkeep and maintenance. Additionally, the plug in the master bathroom did not appear to be up to code as it was not GFCI protected. The floors were covered in sand, dead bugs, debris, food and band aids (see photos). The window sills and outside deck were covered in black film and looked like they have not been wiped down in months. My husband bought a broom and bucket and borrowed a hose to clean thoroughly, we ended buying table clothes as well to cover the tables. We had to do this for the kitchen table too because it was so sticky and grimy that everything stuck to it. The amount of debris under and in (it was a pull out) the sofa was disgusting. (see photos) The refrigerator was dirty- my husband asked the Stephanie if the cleaning crew typically wiped it out and she did not know. As a rental owners, ourselves, this was shocking. We provided our cleaning service with a very detailed list of tasks to do in between rentals, clearly this was not the case. In addition, the freezer had a ice machine and the ice smelled and was inedible - when it melted it tasted disguising. I am sure the filter had not been changed in years. Again, as regular visitors down the shore, we are accustomed to the water; however this was beyond anything we ever experienced. We ended up buying bagged ice the entire time. The bathroom sinks were dirty with toothpaste and floors covered in hair. To say this was unpleasant is an understatement. We ended up staying in a hotel for a couple of nights just to get away. Because of this, we requested that the owner consider reimbursing for one full night (which, in my opinion is conservative). I wrote to our realtor with the request and received a very brief email stating that an email had been left with the owner. That was the end of the communication. I followed-up but never heard back. Eventually I submitted communication via Fox's website addressed directly to the owner (Gary Jessel) but did not hear back. I also sent the attached pictures but again no response. I get that there is a short summer season in NJ therefore the opportunity for making money is limited however the utter disregard and obvious neglect is unacceptable. I expected better from an agency that has been in OC for so long but was greatly disappointed.

We have been working with Trish Spengler for about 15 years. She is very patient (I'm usually…read morepretty fussy about rentals) and always works hard to fund us the best rental option!!!

This was, without question, the worst vacation rental experience I've ever had…read more We rented 1122 Ocean Drive, Apt. 4 expecting a relaxing beach vacation. Instead, we arrived to find a leaking ceiling. Based on our experience and the communications we received during our stay, it was clear that the owner was already aware of the issue before we arrived, yet the property was still rented to us. We dealt with repeated disruptions, poor communication, and missed repair appointments after spending valuable vacation time waiting for contractors who never showed up. Rather than allowing us to enjoy the vacation we had paid for, the owner offered to charge us only for the days we had already stayed and have us leave early, cutting our vacation short. We didn't spend months planning and paying for a family vacation just to be told to go home. The owner ultimately confirmed that the ceiling was safe, there was no emergency, and that the repair could wait until after we checked out. Despite that, the owner entered the property during our stay. If there was no emergency and the repair could wait, our privacy should have been respected for the remainder of our vacation. To make matters worse, this wasn't our first disappointing experience. During our stay last year, we were without air conditioning for three days. After two years of major issues, we've lost all confidence in Berger Realty's ability to provide the vacation experience they advertise. The compensation offered did not come close to reflecting the inconvenience and disruption we experienced. We will never rent another property managed by Berger Realty, and I cannot recommend them to anyone looking for a relaxing, worry-free vacation.

We will never use Monihan Realty to rent again on the NJ shore…read more Not pleased at all with the office procedures/rules and the staff's limited concern with the problems we encounter with the rental. Don't see any value add by using this firm

From the owner: Purchasing or renting a luxurious vacation home can lead to wonderful summer memories for you and…read moreyour family. At Monihan Realty, their well-trained agents will help guide you to the perfect vacation home that best fits your needs. For more than 70 years, their real estate agency has proudly served clients in Ocean City, NJ. Their knowledgeable team will put their years of experience and numerous resources to work to assist you. With two convenient locations and a staff of 27 dedicated agents, their real estate agency is prepared to tackle your vacation home needs. As a family owned and operated company, their staff truly cares about finding the right place for you and your family. They will help narrow down your choices and negotiate contracts in a timely manner. They're up to date with the latest technology and techniques in the field which allows them to quickly identify homes that meet your criteria based on size, amenities, and your desired location. No matter if you're looking to sell, buy, or rent a property, their friendly real estate agents are ready to help you. They have a clear picture of the local beachfront market and have built strong relationships throughout the city. They will work with owners and renters to relay information regarding the length of stay and rates. When searching for a peaceful vacation home for your summer adventures, contact the professionals at Monihan Realty...

This was, without question, the worst vacation rental experience I've ever had…read more We paid nearly **five thousand dollars **for one week at 1122 Ocean Drive, Apt. 4, expecting a relaxing beach vacation. Instead, we walked into a property with a ceiling leak that, according to what we were told during our stay, both the owner and Berger Realty were already aware of before we arrived. Knowing there was an unresolved roof leak and still renting the property to guests is completely unacceptable. From the moment we checked in, our vacation was overshadowed by stress, uncertainty, and constant disruptions. We spent valuable vacation time waiting for contractors who never showed up, dealt with poor communication, and had our vacation repeatedly interrupted. Rather than allowing us to enjoy the vacation we had planned and paid for, one option offered by the owner was to charge us only for the days we had stayed and have us leave early, effectively telling us to cut our vacation short and go home. The owner later confirmed that the ceiling was safe, there was no emergency, and the repair could wait until after we checked out. Despite that, the owner entered the property during our stay. If the repair could wait, our privacy should have been respected. The problems didn't stop there. The mattresses were among the most uncomfortable we've ever slept on, several of the TVs didn't work properly, and although beach tags were not included under the rental terms, it was yet another added expense on top of an already disappointing experience. For a property that rents for nearly $5,000 a week, it was in disappointing condition. Based on our experience, it did not appear to have been maintained to the standard we expected for the price we paid. This wasn't our first bad experience with Berger Realty. During our stay last year, we were without air conditioning for three days. After two consecutive years of major problems, we've completely lost confidence in both the owner and Berger Realty. The compensation offered did not come close to reflecting the inconvenience and disruption we experienced. We will never rent another property managed by Berger Realty and cannot recommend them to anyone looking for a relaxing, worry-free vacation.

Our first time working with Matt Galownia and his team at Berger. They found us the property to…read moreaccommodate our needs. We had a great experience. Booking, Check In and Check out all were easy. Any questions or issues we had were addressed immediately. Highly recommended agent/agency to work with. Thank you for making our stay in OCNJ stress free. Bronstein Family

We used HDG Engineering for a property survey in Middle Township, NJ. We were under tight…read moretimelines to complete the activity In advance of settlement but Tom and his team were understanding and ensured we were ready to close on the house. The field team was courteous/professional and obviously experienced in their work. We could not be happier with our experience! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

From the owner: We provide land surveying , structural engineering, site design and environmental consulting…read moreservices for both residential and commercial projects.