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ERA Justin Realty #1 in Closed Rutherford Transactions for 18 Consecutive Years

ERA Justin Realty #1 in Closed Rutherford Transactions for 18 Consecutive Years

ERA Justin Realty, owned and operated by Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger, is celebrating its 18th consecutive year of being #1 in Rutherford closed listing and sales transactions, published by the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service.

As of December 2018 ERA Justin Realty’s Rutherford volume was $42,939,531 with no other area offices tracked even coming close. 2018 was a very successful real estate year. The ERA Justin Realty staff worked diligently with sellers and buyers to continue to be #1 real estate agents and brokers throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex and Ocean Counties.

According to Darby and Metzger, over the past 18 consecutive years the company has closed $544,910,396, over one-half-billion dollars in closing Rutherford volume.
Ron Darby, Broker added, “If you are thinking of selling your house and want to know realistic pricing, you should contact one of our Realtor sales agents and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine the fair market value of your house. Our service is provided free of charge and without obligation. In conducting a CMA, we have access to a wide array of information, such as databases containing recent listing and selling prices of similar homes in the neighborhoods, and how long these houses were on the market. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner reach a realistic and fair market value

For more information, consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realty sales team at either of their two Rutherford offices located at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue and our Hoboken Meet and Greet location at 221 River Street in Hoboken or by phone at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Additional real estate

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ERA JUSTIN OFFERS 2019 SUMMER PRICING ADVICE

ERA  JUSTIN OFFERS 2019  SUMMER  PRICING  ADVICE
As spring draws to a close ERA Justin Realty is preparing for the summer 2019 real estate season. This is the time when families focus on real estate purchases and sales, but the first question asked is, “How should I price my house?”
Ask any experienced real estate sales professional that question, and the answer you will most likely hear is, realistically. But who is the best judge of a home’s true value – the homeowner, a real estate sales professional, or a bank? 
“If you are thinking of selling your home in the near future, and want to know how much it could sell for, then you may contact a real estate sales professional at our firm and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine its fair market value,” recommends Jennifer Darby, Broker-Owner with ERA Justin Realty.
The fair market value of a house is the highest price an informed buyer will pay.  A homeowner’s asking price is the advertised price of a house when it goes on the market and may be set slightly higher than the fair market value because it is assumed that some negotiation will be necessary to reach an agreement with a buyer. To get an estimate of the fair market value, a homeowner can call the ERA Justin Realty sales team and ask for a Comparative Market Analysis, a service which is provided free of charge and without obligation.
“In conducting a CMA, our ERA Justin Realtor agents have access to a wide array of information, such as databases containing recent listing and selling prices of similar homes in the neighborhood and how long these homes took to sell. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner understand what today’s changing market has done to the price of his or her home, and will provide a realistic figure of the home’s fair market value. Within the past years, real estate values have escalated.  If a home is then put on the market, our sales professionals will use the CMA to help the homeowner establish a selling marketing program,” added Jennifer.
The CMA information is very helpful in determining the true value of a house and the right asking price. In the end, however, the homeowner should decide on a price that he or she feels is competitive and consistent with the price at which other houses in the area have sold.
Ron Darby ERA Justin Broker-Owner added, “Our CMA report for our Sellers is truly comprehensive in all aspects.  Complete with color photos and detailed information, it makes pricing easier for those planning a sale.  Truly, there is a difference in real estate companies, and our details will make the difference. We ask buyers and sellers to compare.  We believe that in order to exceed expectations of what ERA Justin Realty is about, we don’t offer just real estate basics, we try to be as comprehensive as possible.”
For more information on CMAs, consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realty sales team at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue or 57 Park Avenue. By phone at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional real estate information is also available at the firms 1000s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.
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Jeannine Severino Joins ERA Justin Realty

 

Jeannine Severino Joins ERA Justin Realty

“Jeannine Severino, involved in sales and listings in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties, has recently joined ERA Justin Realty as one of its Realtor agents and will serve her buyers and sellers in their real estate needs,” stated Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner.

Jeannine stated, “I believe that getting to know my clients and understanding their needs by building personal relationships is the best way to help them buy or sell their next home. Every client is unique and no two buying or selling experiences are the same, so my goal is to customize my client’s experiences with ERA Justin Realty to provide thorough and tailored guidance. My personal home buying and selling experiences have enabled me to become a knowledgeable, trusted and attentive Realtor agent. My previous ten years as a Realtor agent in Hudson County gave me the core foundation and experiences to be successful in Bergen and the surrounding Counties. I have been a lifelong Rutherford resident for the past 17 years. I am married to Tom Lesiak and have raised two children in Rutherford. I am involved in the community, school activities, and special needs services. I come from a large family. My father is one of twelve children and I am one of nine children.”

“I am here to provide unsurpassed service. Locating the home of their dreams or selling their home for its highest market value is what drives me in my profession. At that point, my job truly begins. Whether a home, condominium, townhouse, co-op or rental apartment, I view every transaction with the utmost professionalism.”

Her creative side enjoys seeing the transition of a home from one person to another. She looks forward to connecting with people in helping them find and create something exciting when they purchase.

“As an experienced Realtor agent, I know that there is a difference in real estate firms. As a professional, I wanted to work with ERA Justin Realty, a firm whose focus is about their buyers and sellers as well as their agents. Because I take my job very seriously, I wanted to be associated with a firm which is a leader in their field. I admire their professionalism and strong exposure in the marketplace. ERA Justin Realty was my agency of choice,” concluded Jeannine.

All of the ERA Justin Realty full-service real estate professionals can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue and their Hoboken meet and greet location at 221 River Street. By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also, view 1000s of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Circle of excellence February 25, 2019

ERA Justin Realty 2018 Circle of Excellence Sales Award Winners.



ERA Justin Realty 2018 Circle of Excellence Sales Award Winners.

Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby, Broker/Owners of Rutherford’s ERA Justin Realty are proud to congratulate fourteen of its Realtor Agents for being named the New Jersey Realtors 2018 Circle of Excellence Sales Award winners. NJR recognizes top producing real estate members who have demonstrated excellence in the field of salesmanship. Their office awards are established into two levels: Silver and Bronze Awards.

“It is very exciting to have and recognize 14 outstanding recipients under one roof”, boasts Darby. Five Silver and nine Bronze Awards is an amazing accomplishment and we couldn’t prouder for our agents. These agents are passionately committed and extremely dedicated to achieving the ultimate goal for their clients. They demonstrate outstanding sales abilities and vast knowledge in an ever-changing market. Their service and dedication are what has epitomized our values since 1950.”

Pictured standing: Michelle Korosy-Silver Award, Danielle Sette-Bronze Award, Catherine Nimmo-Bronze Award, Lee Schilare-Bronze Award, Rosemarie Zembryski-Bronze Award, Julia Dagistanli-Silver Award, Carol D. Calamari-Silver Award, Sophia Vazac-Bronze Award, Jessica Davidson-Bronze Award. Seated: Jennifer Sullivan- Silver Award, Kristen Davis-Bronze Award, Joana Iliescu-Silver Award, Fara Espandi-Silver Award. Not pictured: Cathy Vick-Bronze Award.

In addition to recognizing these Realtor Agents, Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby are delighted to announce that once again, their highly professional and knowledgeable Realtor Agents sold and closed nearly 300 transactions in 2018, once again establishing themselves as the #1 Brokerage in Rutherford in sold and closed transactions for the 18th year in a row. “We are delighted to be able to say we achieved this position in the marketplace once again. Based on what we have accomplished in 2018, we at ERA Justin Realty have laid the foundation for an exciting year ahead and would like to take a minute to reflect on those accomplishments as we set a new vision for 2019. At a high-level, we will continue to execute on all of our goals as we bring value to our clients by making sure our buyers and sellers are better positioned with us as their brokerage To reach any of our knowledgeable ERA Justin Realty Team, call them at (201) 939-7500.”

ERA Justin RealtyERA President's AwardTop Brokers February 25, 2019

ERA Justin Realty Receives ERA President’s Circle Top Honors

Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby Broker Co-owners of ERA Justin Realty were recently recognized as a top broker by global real estate company ERA Franchise Systems.

Named as the Top #63 ERA brokerage firm nationally from nearly 3,000 ERA real estate firms, ERA Justin Realty proudly is included in the ERA President’s Circle Business Forum, a group of the most successful national real estate brokers. Additionally, they are also the Top #3 New Jersey producing ERA firm with nearly ninety million dollars in sales volume in 2018.

The President’s Circle Business Forum is exclusive for the Top #200 brokers in the ERA network throughout the nation and as far as Hawaii and the Caribbean. “When held, The ERA President’s Circle conferences offer unparalleled opportunities for our brokers to re-energize and network with colleagues from all over the country,” said Jennifer and Ron. “We are always included as Top #100 brokers, and our recognition is a reflection of the value that ERA Justin Realty brings to homebuyers and sellers throughout our marketing areas including Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Hudson and Ocean Counties. We are consistently honored for our professionalism, integrity, and service to our buyers and sellers.”


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ERA Justin Realty’s 2019 Five Star Professionals

ERA Justin Realty’s 2019 Five Star Professionals

A focus for buyers and sellers are the force that motivates the staff of active Realtor Agents at ERA Justin Realty. In fact, the firm tracks the continuing activity of 100 real estate firms who service the vast reaches of area communities and ERA Justin Realty has again proven itself to be an area real estate market leader. Seven outstanding Realtor Agents have been cited as 2019 Five Star Home Professionals and Rising Star designations.

Our Five Star and Rising Star real estate professionals in New Jersey deliver outstanding service and client satisfaction. The Five Star Professional research team contacted thousands of recent home buyers, as well as other consumers. Phone, mail and online respondents rated their service based upon criteria such as overall satisfaction and whether they would recommend the professional to a friend.

Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner proudly offered, “An incredible honor to have our agents awarded. We are very proud of Lee Schilare, Jessi Davidson, Kristen Davis, Michelle Korosy, Julia Dagistanli, Fara Espandi and Danielle Sette for their efforts, service to their buyers and sellers and the communities they serve throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties.” Jessi Davidson and Danielle Sette are designated as Rising Stars.

The Five Star Professionals research team conducts market research to define and promote professional excellence in the industry we serve and assists consumers in selecting service professionals based on objective research tailored to the real estate profession.
For upcoming Spring 2019, our winners will be pleased to provide a current market price analysis of your home at no cost or obligation. The report features current homes on the market, homes that have sold and closed and details as to the current value of your home. It will also give specifics as to what a seller may do to make it more marketable. Invite them in, it will be rewarding for your sales process.
2018ERA Justin RealtyFara Espanditop agent February 17, 2019

Fara Espandi Named 2018 Top Agent in Sales Volume for ERA Justin Realty Co.

Fara Espandi was recently named the top agent in sales volume in 2018 for ERA Justin Realty Co.
Espandi received the honor based on the sales volume she achieved in 2018. Fara achieved silver level for the New Jersey Association of Realtors Circle of Excellence as well as #1 selling agent in units in Rutherford , according to the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service (NJMLS).
“Fara is a dedicated real estate professional who strives to achieve impressive results for her customers. It is this commitment that helped her become one of the top producing agents at ERA Justin Realty in 2018. She works diligently to help her clients obtain their real estate goals and dreams,” said Ron Darby, Broker/Owner of ERA Justin Realty Co. “We are so proud to have Fara as an essential part of the team for nearly 20 years. The synergy of our team is one of our greatest strengths at ERA Justin Realty.”
Fara was also named a Five Star Professional by New Jersey Monthly Magazine for several years, and selected as a 2019 Bergen County Top Real Estate Agent by Bergen Magazine. This prestigious acknowledgement is only extended to six percent of agents in the county.
Five Star Professional conducts market research to define and promote to consumers professional excellence in service. The Five Star Real Estate Agent award program is the largest and most widely published real estate agent award program in North America . Agents are measured using an objective, in-depth research methodology based on customer feedback and overall satisfaction. Likewise, Bergen County Magazine commissioned a third-party research company to identify the top real estate agents in Bergen County, based on real estate activity, including sales and volume levels, as well as peer recommendations.
“It is such an honor for me to be recognized by these extraordinary organizations,” said Espandi. “To be told I scored in the top 1% of real estate agents in New Jersey for client satisfaction is astounding! I love serving my community and working with buyers and sellers. Being rewarded and recognized for something I love to do is icing on the cake.”
To see how Fara Espandi can help you with your real estate questions or needs, call her at the office at 201.939.7500 or directly at 201.259.0499. ERA Justin Realty Co is conveniently located at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue , in Rutherford , NJ.  ERA Justin Realty Co. was established in 1950 and has been a premier real estate market leader throughout New Jersey . Led by Broker-Owners, Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ronald Darby, the team of skilled professionals have hyperlocal knowledge and global resources which ensure the best advice and experience during real estate transactions. The firm has dedicated departments for each aspect of real estate: residential, commercial, rentals, REOs, and referrals with over 50 agents and staff ready to assist.

 

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ERA Justin Realty Offers Continuing 2019 Technology
Glenn Elliot known throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties as an ERA Justin Realtor professional and staff management teammate reviewed some of their technology systems, including opportunities that enable consumers to view ERA Justin Realty house listings through their advanced websites, making home buying and selling easier. Their systems can be viewed locally, nationally and globally for buyers joining ERA Justin Realty’s marketing areas for single, multi-family and vast investment opportunities.
Considered to be a technology leader in the real estate industry and a top-100 ERA real estate firm nationwide, ERA Justin Realty features strong technology in today’s fast-paced and technologically advanced real estate markets, all offering sellers and buyers seven-day conveniences to accomplish their wants and needs. 

Glenn offered, “Our many quality photos are included on every listing for both single and multi-scene views of the interiors and exteriors of ERA Justin listed properties. Online visitors can tour properties at any hour, from their home, office, or from anywhere in the world. The expectations of today’s real estate home buyers and sellers are high, and as more consumers use the Internet to look for a home, it is critical to have the best tools to promote our listings online. We exceed potential consumer views of a property’s details so much better than just a text description or a single photo of a house as used by other brokerages..”

Continuing, he said, “Our exposure to our listings by our potential buyers cooperating with MLS agents anywhere globally becomes very attractive.  Buyers who reach us about a property are strong, interested prospects.” 

Consumers interested in learning more about ERA Justin Realty can visit and experience all of our details on the Internet by entering www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.
Glenn concluded, “All of our ERA Justin Realtor agents can be reached at either of our two Rutherford sales offices at 118 Jackson Avenue ,   57 Park Avenue and our Hoboken Meet and Greet location at 221 River Street . By phone call (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.”
2018 Leadership CircleCarol D. CalamariERA Leadership CircleFara EspandiJennifer SullivanJoana IliescuJulia DagistanliLeadership Circlelee schilareMichelle KorosyPeggy McLaughlin January 31, 2019

ERA JUSTIN REALTY 2018 LEADERSHIP CIRCLE ACHIEVERS


2018 was a successful real estate year with affordable sales prices for qualified buyers.  The ERA Justin Realty staff of Realtor agents have worked diligently with sellers and buyers to continue to be a strong real estate agents and brokers throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex and Ocean Counties and being the #1 office in Rutherford closed transactions for 18 consecutive years; statistics provided by the New Jersey MLS.
Ask the ERA Justin Realty 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th  quarter award achievers, how important is proper house pricing and the answer you will hear over and over is realistically. Ask any of these Leadership Circle achievers who will provide a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) and you will receive the answers to your real estate questions.  They include Michelle Korosy, Joana Iliescu, Julia Dagistanli, Lee Schilare, Jennifer Sullivan, Fara Espandi, Peggy McLaughlin and Carol Calamari.
 Ron Darby, Broker stated, “If you are thinking of selling your house and want to know realistic pricing, you may contact one of our Realtor sales agents and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine its fair market value. Our service is provided free of charge and without obligation.  In conducting a CMA, we have access to a wide array of information, such as databases containing recent listing and selling prices of similar homes in the neighborhoods, and how long these houses took to sell. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner reach a realistic  fair market value.  When the house is put on the market we will use the CMA to help the homeowner establish a selling marketing program. The CMA information is helpful in determining the market value of the house and the right asking price. In the end, however, the homeowner should decide on a price that he or she feels is competitive and consistent with the prices other houses in the area have sold.  Our CMA report for our sellers is truly comprehensive. Complete with color photos and detailed information, it makes pricing easier for those planning a sale. Truly, there is a difference in real estate companies, and our details will make the difference. We ask buyers and sellers to compare.  We believe that in order to exceed expectations of what ERA Justin Realty is about, we don’t offer just real estate basics, we are as comprehensive as possible.  In that way, we know that our buyers and sellers will hold us all in the highest regard.  Proof of our abilities for our clients and customers shows in these fine award achievers being honored.”
For more information, consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realty sales team at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue and our Hoboken Meet and Greet location. By phone at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional real estate information is also available at the firms 1000’s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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DARBY AND METZGER OFFER SUCCESSFUL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

DARBY AND METZGER OFFER SUCCESSFUL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

 
How many careers exist today that involve helping people achieve their career goals? According to Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger, leading real estate owners and brokers of  ERA Justin Realty, “Real estate agents make dreams come true every day for their buyers and sellers. We do the same for agents who join our firm.”
 
Darby and Metzger speak from great experience.  They have hired, trained and guided agents to success hundreds of times and their firm has created multi-thousands of closed real estate transactions since the firm opened in 1950.
 
Metzger said, “As real estate trends change, technology along with careers need change. We watch and listen. In fact, ERA Justin Realty offers one of the strongest mentor training programs for both new and experienced agents.  Real estate moves at such a fast pace our agents want to be trained so they can be on the cutting edge.  We also give our agents the greatest buyer base potential with stronger advertising; full-color page advertising of our listings in North Jersey Newspaper’s South Bergenite, two company websites, exposure on the top real estate websites all bringing an abundance of potential buyers to our agents while giving our sellers more marketing exposure than other firms. We proudly have a major market share driven by a superior level of support.”
 
Darby’s career began as sales manager of K Realty where he focused and built that brand into a successful 5 office firm with two Rutherford offices, plus offices in Lyndhurst, North Arlington and a South Jersey office location serving Stafford Township and Long Beach Island.  From the Stafford Township office, he was responsible for the construction of nearly 200 custom single and multi-family dwellings.  He later was encouraged by Justin Tokarski, founder of Justin Realty, to form a partnership to duplicate the success he created at K Realty.  He added, “I had known of Justin’s impeccable real estate reputation as a broker and past mayor of Rutherford.  He called me asking for a meeting.  We agreed that I join him, and the rest is history. Now decades later ERA Justin Realty is a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm worldwide year after year. For these reasons, agents both newly licensed and experienced who join us have the potential to begin strong earnings immediately.”
 
Metzger, upon graduating from college with an Earth and Space Science Education degree, decided to join the family business as a real estate professional. After 3 successful years as a Realtor, she went back to school to further her real estate knowledge and become a Real Estate Broker. Combining her college degree with her real estate knowledge, she obtained her Real Estate Teaching Certificate, which gave her the ability to teach real estate as a state instructor at a school or university. She was honored as the 2013 Realtor of the Year at the RealSource Board of Realtors from approximately 3,000 members.  Metzger’s experience in sales has made her a natural leader of the company. “True love for this business and the people we surround ourselves with at the office is the key to our success. The energy and our business culture make all the difference. We have fun and success as we work to help people accomplish their real estate goals. New and seasoned agents are attracted to our agency for the energy we share as a team. We also are a team of  ‘learners’,  learning from each other and those in the industry that are on the cutting edge. We strive to provide the most up-to-date technology and service as well as to be the best educated in the business,” added Metzger.
 
 Continuing, Darby said, “Credit for our company success also goes to our exceptional staff of agents. We have on file for your review our publication of over 1,000 reviews about our services. One review is an honor but over 1,000 reviews has become a tradition, honor above all honors. Our team of sales agents exceeds buyer expectations through our daily listing and selling activity. Continuing to grow, we are offering those who want a successful career in real estate to phone for a confidential conversation. We proudly are the #1 office in closed Rutherford transactions for more than 18 consecutive years. Give us a few minutes and we’ll give you a rewarding career. To learn more, phone us at (201) 939-7500.”