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Uncategorized ERA Justin Announces Q3 Leaders ERA Justin Realty Co is proud to announce its 2024 Leaders Award winners for the third quarter of the year. The winners are: Alexa Micciulli, Julia Dagistanli, Lee Schilare, Catherine Nimmo, Danielle Sette, Jessica Davidson and Carol D. Calamari. “These agents are consistently positive despite an ever changing real estate market,” said Jennifer Darby Metzger, […]
Uncategorized When To Tap Into Home Equity The past few years were kind to homeowners. Across the country, millions of homeowners are sitting on $17 TRILLION dollars worth of equity. The average American homeowner gained an average of $24,000 in just 2023 alone. What should they do with it? Let it sit? “It depends,” says Soila Columbie, Sales Associate at ERA Justin […]
Uncategorized Keeping Track of Home Prices In today’s real estate market, it can be hard to keep track of home prices. Up-to-the-minute  interest rate changes and fluctuating inventory levels can create both opportunities and challenges for buyers and sellers alike. “It can be hard to know when to make a move,” says Rosemarie Zembryski, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “Buyers […]
Uncategorized Selecting The Right Agent Selecting the right real estate agent is critical when buying or selling a home. The right agent can make the process more efficient, and even more profitable. But with so many agents out there, how do you find the best one? Here are some tips to help you find a partner who will guide you […]
Uncategorized Rate Drop: How Much Will I Save? There is so much talk about mortgage rates and how a rate drop makes borrowing money payments lower. Shaving off a percentage or two may not seem like a big deal, but it can add up to thousands of dollars per year. Let’s take a look at the numbers.  The Impact of a 1% Drop […]
Uncategorized Falling for Autumn Home Sales Selling your home this autumn? Staging with the season’s decor may help buyers fall in love with your house. “Fall happens to be a fantastic time to market and sell your house,” says Laura McCarthy, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “If you have a fireplace, make it a focal point. Who doesn’t want to […]
Uncategorized Autumn Purge Rutherford’s annual town-wide yard sale is Saturday, September 21st. This means it is the ideal time to declutter! “Whether you are looking to sell your house soon, or just get a handle on the overwhelm,” says Kristen Davis, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “An annual purge is great for the mind, body and soul.” […]
Uncategorized Increased Inventory More good news for the homebuyers! Not only are mortgage rates lower, the number of houses on the market is higher! “This is a win-win situation for anyone looking to buy a home right now,” says Julia Gulden Dagistanli, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty. “It means you’re more likely to find the house of […]
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Uncategorized Things You Can Negotiate in a Home Sale Here’s something many buyers don’t know: When you buy a house you can negotiate much more than the price. Here are some other things you can haggle over to make sure you get the best deal possible. Repairs “Most real estate agents will make sure their clients make all cosmetic repairs before they list,” says […]
Uncategorized Mortgage Rates Finally Drop Finally! Mortgage rates are starting to come down. 30 year fixed rate mortgages are finally in the mid 6% range and some 15 year mortgages even dropped below 6. This is the lowest mortgage interest rates have been in a year and buyers are jumping to lock in. “This is great news for anyone looking […]
Uncategorized Why Your Home Isn’t Selling Everyone keeps saying it’s a seller’s market. So you listed your home for sale. It’s been on the market for weeks, with no bites? Sound like a familiar scenario? You might just need to make a few small changes to see big results. When it comes to selling a house, homeowners generally want three things: […]
Uncategorized Why Real Estate Agents are Crucial When selling your home, listing For Sale By Owner can be tempting. But after their home hits the market, many homeowners change their minds.  “They often quickly realize how time consuming selling a home can be,” says Fara Espandi, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “It’s a full time job. That’s why we are here […]
Uncategorized Why Asking Price Matters When it comes to selling your  home, the asking price is one of the most important factors to consider. It can determine how long your home stays on the market, how many offers you receive, and ultimately, how much money you get for your property. Just ask Danielle Sette and Jessica Davidson of Team Sette/Davidson […]
Uncategorized ERA Justin Announces Q2 Leaders ERA Justin Realty Co is proud to announce its 2024 Leaders for the second quarter of the year. The winners are: Lee Schilare, Fara Espandi, Julia Dagistanli, Cathy Vick, Alexa Micciulli, and Carol D. Calamari.  “This market is red hot again. But, that doesn’t mean houses are selling themselves,” said Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker/Owner of […]
Uncategorized Home Prices Have Wiggle Room Perhaps you have heard that home prices are dropping. Despite this headline, single-family home prices are still up 6.6% nationwide since last year. So, what’s going on? “The answer lies in the difference between the asking price and the sold price,” says Cathy Vick, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “While more sellers are adjusting […]
Uncategorized Emotional Benefits of Home Ownership Owning a home is a major financial milestone for many people. But beyond the financial benefits, there are also a number of emotional benefits to owning a home. Stability and Security “One of the most important emotional benefits of home ownership is stability and security,” says Catherine Nimmo, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “When […]
Uncategorized Get Your Independence from Rent This Independence Day Independence Day is a time to celebrate our freedom. For many people, true independence means owning their own home.  If you’re tired of paying rent and want to achieve the American Dream of homeownership, here are a few tips to get started. Get Your Finances in Order “Before you can start looking for a home, […]
Uncategorized Tips for Gen Z Buyers The current real estate market has some members of Gen Z and younger wondering if they will ever be able to afford a home. “Between inflation, rising home prices and high mortgage rates, they think all hope is lost,” says Antonella Dininno, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, “But it isn’t. There are ways to […]
Uncategorized It’s Summertime! Time to Move! It’s the first day of summer!  Temperatures are heating up, the sun is staying up late and the kids are getting out of school. It’s the perfect time to move! “Summer is traditionally one of the best times to move,” says Alexa Micciulli, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty.  There are several reasons for this. […]
Uncategorized Why Move? The Answer May Surprise You When people decide to move, it usually corresponds with a major life milestone. “They’re usually getting married, divorced, or downsizing after kids move out,” says Winster Ceballos, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty. “But these days we are adding another reason: To make money.” According to a new survey from Realtor.com 24.4% of those surveyed […]