By: Matt Emma
In the competitive landscape of luxury real estate, Richa Garg stands out not only because she has been able to sell homes efficiently, but because she genuinely cares about where families end up. With over 15 years of experience serving Short Hills, Millburn, Livingston, Summit, Chatham, and surrounding areas, Richa has earned her reputation based on a simple but powerful philosophy: empowerment through education.
Her journey into real estate is unconventional. Before she became a trusted Realtor®, Richa was an educator. That background wasn’t something she left at the schoolhouse door—it became the foundation of everything she does. “I work to disrupt the industry by bringing an educator’s mindset to real estate,” she explains, “empowering clients with knowledge instead of just guiding them through transactions.”
A Unique Blend of Expertise
What truly sets Richa apart is her distinct combination of skills. She isn’t just a Realtor®, she’s also a real estate developer and has formal education as an interior designer. This trifecta of expertise helps create something rare in the real estate world: a professional who can see a home not just as it is, but as it has the potential to be.
For sellers, this means everything. Richa uses her background in interior design and experience building luxury homes to highlight a property’s most marketable features. She doesn’t simply list homes; she positions them strategically to stand out in a competitive market and achieve the best possible return on investment. With more than $350 MM in closed transactions, her results demonstrate her approach’s effectiveness.
For buyers, particularly those navigating the American real estate market for the first time, Richa’s educational background shines. As an immigrant herself, she connects deeply with families new to the U.S., understanding their unique challenges and concerns. She helps make a process that can feel overwhelming more accessible, educating clients at every step and helping them see how to turn a house into a home that fits their lifestyle.
Recognition and Achievement
Richa’s excellence hasn’t gone unnoticed. Her accolades read like a testament to consistent, exceptional performance. She has earned the NJAR Circle of Excellence from 2013 to 2024, with multiple years at the Platinum Level. She has been recognized as the Top Individual Agent across the entire Weichert company several times and has achieved the distinction at the BRAG 7 Star Level in the Top 50. NJ Monthly has continuously featured her as a 5-Star Agent, and she holds membership in the prestigious Weichert Chairman of the Board Club. As a Top 1% Realtor across GSMLS, she’s counted among the leading Realtors in Millburn-Short Hills, Livingston, Summit, New Providence, Chatham, and surrounding areas in New Jersey. Early in her career, she was even nominated as an Outstanding Rookie by “Who’s Who of Luxury Real Estate.”
These accomplishments reflect a commitment to doing right by every single client, regardless of whether they’re buying or selling. They are not the result of overly aggressive sales tactics but stem from a dedication to client success.
What Clients Say
The true measure of Richa’s success lies not just in awards, but in the voices of those she’s served. Her testimonials reflect a consistent level of excellence and client satisfaction. Families who have worked with her speak to her professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to their real estate goals.
The Heart of Her Work
When asked about her ideal clients’ biggest challenges, Richa articulates the heart of her work: “Buyers, especially those new to the U.S., feel overwhelmed by the home-buying process and unsure of how to evaluate a home; while sellers want to stand out in a competitive market and achieve the highest possible return on their investment.”
Her solution is both simple and profound. She provides clarity where there’s confusion, confidence where there’s uncertainty, and compassion where there’s vulnerability. “The ideal outcome,” she says, “is always the same: a smooth, informed, and confident transaction that leaves clients feeling not just satisfied, but truly at home.”
That last phrase, “truly at home,” captures something essential about Richa’s approach. She understands that buying or selling a home isn’t just a financial transaction. It’s a life transition. It’s about settling into a new community, building memories, and creating a sanctuary. By blending knowledge, creativity, and compassion, Richa doesn’t just facilitate real estate deals. She facilitates life changes.
With over 15 years of proven success, a collection of prestigious awards, and a client base that spans multiple communities across New Jersey, Richa Garg has demonstrated that success in real estate can go hand-in-hand with genuine devotion to clients’ well-being. You can be both successful and committed to making a positive difference in clients’ lives, and when you are, the results go beyond the numbers.
