Michael Petruska
Realtor
Michael Petruska is a licensed Realtor at Keller Williams’ Chestnut Hill office in Newton, Massachusetts, proudly serving clients across the Boston MetroWest area. As a member of Keller Williams—the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, with over 1,000 market centers and more than 162,000 affiliated agents—Michael is part of an organization consistently ranked number one in the United States for both real estate units and sales volume.
Michael brings a unique perspective to his real estate practice, shaped by a highly successful career in finance. Before transitioning to real estate, he built and managed a thriving financial advisory business and rose to become a leader and mentor for other advisors. This background gives Michael a deep understanding of investments, strategic planning, and market trends, enabling him to offer clients an analytical, data-driven, and client-centered approach to every real estate transaction. His focus is on building long-term relationships, providing exceptional service, and helping his clients grow and diversify their property portfolios with confidence and clarity.
Professional Background
Michael began his career with Equitable Life Insurance as a Financial Advisor, helping both individuals and businesses design personalized strategies to accumulate and protect wealth. Throughout his advisory career, he managed more than 1,500 client households and oversaw assets exceeding $170 million. Michael’s role encompassed educating clients on a wide range of financial topics, recommending investment opportunities tailored to their unique needs, and developing comprehensive wealth management strategies with a focus on both growth and preservation.
His responsibilities included preparing detailed financial plans, conducting market research, and executing trades and transactions, always with an eye toward each client’s long-term goals. He became a respected voice in the community, delivering weekly seminars and leading financial literacy programs designed to empower others with knowledge and confidence in their financial decisions.
Leadership and Management
After several years in advisory, Michael transitioned to a leadership role at Equitable Life. As Vice President and a senior member of the Boston office’s management team, he played a pivotal role in recruiting, training, and developing the next generation of financial advisors. His leadership extended across New England, where he identified and cultivated new business opportunities, mentored advisors, and expanded access to financial education in diverse communities and business channels.
Under his guidance, Michael Petruska built and led a nationally recognized team within the Retirement Benefits Group and promoted multiple advisors into leadership positions. Over his career, he has directly advised more than 5,000 personal and business relationships, managing more than $450 million in assets.
Michael’s commitment to his field is reflected in his ongoing engagement with professional groups and industry organizations. His active networking and commitment to continuous learning have helped him stay at the forefront of both the financial and real estate industries, reinforcing his reputation as a knowledgeable and trusted advisor.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout his distinguished career, Mike Petruska has received numerous accolades for both advisory and management excellence. He was honored with the Management Development Award, ranking as the number five manager nationally in 2021. He is also a recipient of the NAIFA 4 Under 40 Award from Advisor Today magazine, which spotlights four outstanding financial advisors under the age of 40 for their impact and professionalism.
In addition, Michael has been recognized as a Five Star Wealth Manager from 2018 through 2021, an honor awarded by Five Star Professional to wealth managers who demonstrate outstanding client satisfaction, retention, and ethical conduct.
Education, Licenses & Credentials
Michael is a proud graduate of Bryant University in Smithfield, Rhode Island, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance. During college, he completed internships in both corporate and personal finance and was active in Greek life, intramurals, and lacrosse. He holds FINRA Series 7, 66, and 24 licenses, as well as multiple state licenses for Life, Accident, and Health insurance.
Community Involvement & Personal Life
Originally from Bayonne, New Jersey, and an alumnus of St. Peter’s Prep in Jersey City, Michael now lives in Milford, Massachusetts, with his wife (whom he met at Bryant and married in 2004) and their three children. Their family includes two beloved French bulldogs, Zoe and Mia.
Michael Petruska enjoys traveling with his family, hiking with his kids, golfing, fitness, auto racing, and spending time outdoors. He is deeply committed to giving back, having volunteered for over a decade as a coach with the Milford Youth Baseball League and for several years with Milford Youth Football. Each year, Michael supports and participates in the Pan Mass Challenge, a major fundraising event for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, helping to make a tangible impact in the fight against cancer.
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