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2016 achievers • Carol D. Calamari • Cathy Vick • ERA Justin Realty Leadership Circle • Fara Espandi • Jennifer Sulivan • Julia Dagistanli • Peggy McLaughlin • Ron Darby • Rosemarie Zembryski • July 20, 2016

ERA JUSTIN REALTY FIRST HALF 2016 LEADERSHIP CIRCLE ACHIEVERS

by ERA Justin
ERA JUSTIN REALTY FIRST HALF 2016 LEADERSHIP CIRCLE ACHIEVERS
2016 is a successful real estate year with sales prices affordable for qualified buyers.  The ERA Justin Realty staff of Realtor agent professionals have worked diligently with sellers and buyers to continue to be an area real estate leader since 1950, including being the #1 office in Rutherford closed sales for 15 consecutive years, statistics provided by the New Jersey MLS. 
They have introduced the ERA Sellers Security Plan to area sellers where ERA Justin Realty will sell the house or ERA will buy it.  There are conditions to the plan, which may not be for every seller, but for those with a timeframe deadline, it may be ideal. Additionally, the firm offers the ERA Home Protection Plan, which covers many components of the house for the buyer, when purchased by the seller, and the seller is covered during the listing period while the house is being marketed for sale.  Consumers are invited to review both plan programs with the ERA Justin Realty sales professionals.
Ask the ERA Justin Realty 1st half 2016 award achievers, how how to price your home and the answer you will most likely hear over and over again is realistically as there is continuous competition with current houses on the market.
Ask any of these Leadership Circle achievers to provide you a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) and you will receive the answers to your real estate questions. 1st half 2016 achievers include Julia Dagistanli,  Cathy Vick, Jennifer Sullivan, Carol D. Calamari, Rosemarie Zembryski, Peg McLaughlin and Fara Espandi. They want to be your buying and selling Realtor Agents throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties.
 Ron Darby, Broker stated, “If you are thinking of selling your house in the near future and want to know for how much it could sell, then you may contact one of our Realtor sales agent professionals at ERA Justin Realty 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 neighborhood, and how long these houses took to sell. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner reach a realistic figure of fair market value.  When the house is then put on the market we will use the CMA to help the homeowner establish a selling marketing program. 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 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 try to be 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. 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 andwww.ERAJustinRealty.com.
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commercial real estate • ERA Justin Realty • Justin Commercial • Karen Mastriano • Ron Darby • July 19, 2016

Karen Mastriano Enhances Justin Commercial – a Division of ERA Justin Realty Co.

by ERA Justin

Karen Mastriano Enhances Justin Commercial

                                                a Division of ERA Justin Realty Co.


To continue to enhance the exceptional tradition of top service to sellers and buyers that ERA Justin Realty has been known for since 1950, the firm has always prided itself in attracting career minded individuals who follow their business plan and through that training develop quickly into successful career Realtors. The firm has in place its Justin Commercial Division and Karen with a construction background and her extensive New Jersey business networking is now part of that division 

Following its business plan for hiring licensed agents and giving them the training for success in the fast-paced real estate industry, Karen Mastriano has joined the firm.

Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner said, “Karen contributes excellent resourcefulness, executive presence, dedication and management skills to all initiatives.  She has a great understanding of people and their needs and desires.   She knows that strong business relationships will result with successful purchases and sales at our firm.  For these reasons, we proudly boast, ‘There is a difference in real estate companies’ She is highly motivated and energetic and her people skills will be apparent as she completes a transaction with you.”

Karen said, “My family and I have lived in Bergen County for over 14 years. I successfully coordinate my business and family of five grown children, Lauren, Tara, Maryclare, Julia and Brian plus having served a town council position for two terms and having been appointed to the Freeholder Board in Bergen County as clerk. Socially you may find me doing a 55 mile biking tour, enjoying Yoga and spending time with my kids and their friends and fundraising for many known charities.”

Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker Co-owner stated, “Karen has joined Jennifer Sofia, Vice President of Justin Commercial having vast experience with major Fortune 500 companies. Combined, Karen’s appointment will bring major commercial business opportunities within Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties.”

Ron Darby concluded, “Karen, with her high energy and professionalism will excel at our firm and joining Jennifer Sofia, both working as a team in servicing our commercial buyers and sellers.  All of us at ERA Justin Realty are excited.  Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’ from approximately 2,600 ERA offices and the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award.  Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. ERA Real Estate was the recipient of ‘Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms.’Award. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

Karen and all of their ERA Justin Realty full service Realtor agents can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also view 1000’s of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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.bank owned homes • ERA Justin Realty • foreclosures • Jennifer Darby Metzger • real estate owned • REO • Ron Darby • July 5, 2016

ERA Justin Realty Reviews its REO Division Opportunities

by ERA Justin

ERA Justin Realty Reviews its REO Division Opportunities

Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby, Broker Owners of ERA Justin Realty have recently expanded their REO opportunities for their buyers. It was time to broaden their reach in the Real Estate Owned markets with banks and lenders and whose outreach will bring many opportunities to the firm through REO relationships and associations which can bring great opportunities to our investor clients.
Through their knowledge and experience in the specialized REO and short sale segment of real estate from luxury to entry level homes, ERA Justin Realty’s listing outreach will expand with new opportunities for their buyers & investors.
Real Estate Owned or REO is a term used to describe a class of property owned by a  lender, typically a bank, government agency, or government loan insurer after an unsuccessful sale at a foreclosure auction. A foreclosing beneficiary will typically set the opening bid at a foreclosure auction for at least the outstanding loan amount. If there are no bidders that are interested, then the beneficiary will legally repossess the property. This is commonly the case when the amount owed on the home is higher than the current market value of this foreclosure property, such as with a high loan-to-value mortgage following a real estate bubble. As soon as the beneficiary repossesses the property it is listed on their books categorized as an as REO asset.
Bank REO properties are generally in condition of needed repairs and maintenance, both to satisfy property upkeep laws and to preserve and prepare the property for sale. Maintenance is generally the responsibility of the mortgage servicer and is often in turn provided by a specialized property preservation group. These property preservation services include: securing a property, changing locks, boarding up, debris removal, property maintenance, winterizing, cutting grass, repairing or tarping roof leaks, and rehabilitation.
As soon as a property goes into a distressed status (the borrower/home owner misses mortgage payments) the beneficiary will want to determine the amount of equity that the property has. A method to determine the equity is to order an appraisal. Based on the amount of equity that is determined, the bank will decide whether to allow a short sale (if requested by the homeowner). If no short sale is requested by the home owner, the beneficiary will continue the foreclosure process. If the beneficiary is unable to sell the property through a short sale or at a foreclosure auction it will then become an REO property.
After a repossession from which the property becomes classified as REO, the beneficiary will go through the process of trying to sell the property by obtaining the services of an REO Asset Manager. The beneficiary will remove the liens and other debts on the home and try to resell it to the public, either through future auctions, direct marketing through a real estate broker. Real estate investors will often purchase these properties because of discounts offered to compensate for the condition of the property. Some REO properties on the open market will be listed in MLS by the broker who performed a broker price opinion.
Jennifer concluded, “Our Team is happy to be working on these REO homes bringing new buyers and investors to close title so the real work of fixing the house can begin. We certainly feel that we are contributing to these communities by selling these homes so the conditions of them improve helping the neighborhoods rebound.  It is hard to see a house go into disrepair and become overgrown on your street and not be able to do anything about it.  It feels fulfilling that we are doing well for our neighbors and all of the communities we serve”
All of the ERA Justin Realty full service sales team can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Search real estate opportunities at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.
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agent • ERA Justin Realty • Jennifer Darby Metzger • Ron Darby • Rutherford real estate • Sharon Robie • June 16, 2016

by ERA Justin

SHARON ROBIE NEW AGENT AT ERA JUSTIN REALTY

“Striving to obtain complete customer satisfaction is a quality I have often been praised for and one that I continually pursue. These are words I’d lived by throughout my business life,” stated Sharon Robie of ERA Justin Realty.

Sharon has a long history in service industries pertaining to customer relations. Beginning in the travel business and opening her own business, she was the first in the area to start a honeymoon registry moving to a Tahitian tour specialist. The past travel economy dictated a change although she continues to accommodate her past customers.  From her beginnings she has learned the importance of holding customers needs and desires foremost when providing them with professional assistance. 

In addition to her post at ERA Justin Realty, she is a former President of the Wallington Family Football Organization, a current Council Woman in Wallington and has serves as a liaison to the Board of Education, the Board of Health and is familiar with rent leveling within her community. Sharon  has been commended for her abilities to provide satisfying service in her relationships with the public. 

Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker stated, “Sharon’s attributes parallel our business philosophy in that our buyers and sellers will benefit from her upbeat, friendly abilities to provide customer satisfaction.  A Wallington resident for over 50 years, she resides with her husband William Robie and her son Billy who will be attending William Paterson University.”

In her free time, Sharon enjoys volunteering for local charitable events including  Access For All,  a committee to help the disabled within her community. She and her family loves summer free time at the Jersey shore. 

She continued, “ERA Justin Realty is well known to be an outstanding and high volume model as a state-of-the-art real estate industry leader. To become one of the best, you learn from the best. After carefully interviewing with other real estate firms, I knew that Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger broker-owners were a perfect fit for my career at their firm. They made me feel at home and comfortable and offered me an opportunity I could not pass up.  

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide Commitment to Excellence Award  for many years and selected from approximately 2,600 ERA real estate firms.  All across the nation, the most sought award that can be achieved in business is the J.D. Power & Associates award.  Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it.  ERA Real Estate was the recipient of Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers and Sellers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

For more information, and to speak with Sharon about real estate needs, consumers can reach her and the other ERA Justin professionals 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 1000’s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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ERA Justin Realty • Jennifer Darby Metzger • relocation with kids • Ron Darby • Rutherford real estate • May 31, 2016

ERA JUSTIN REALTY’S JENNIFER DARBY METZGER AND RON DARBY OFFER RELOCATION TIPS FOR KIDS

by ERA Justin
 

ERA JUSTIN REALTY’S JENNIFER DARBY METZGER
AND RON DARBY OFFER RELOCATION TIPS FOR KIDS
Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby Broker Co-Owners of ERA Justin Realty offers to area readers, important tips on Relocation for kids.
“Every year, one out of five American families may move. One of the most important issues to anyone with kids is their reaction to the news that they’re moving and their adjustment to the new home. Being informed is very important to children. One of the worst mistakes we can make as adults is to assume that kids don’t care or won’t understand the details. These are general guidelines while keeping them ‘in the loop,’ consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan may work wonders toward their adjustment.”
Factors depend on a child’s age, Ron Darby Broker Co-owner continued: “Preschool children: Kids under the age of six may worry about being left behind, or being separated from their parents. If you go on an orientation or house-hunting trip before hand without the children, it’s important to reassure kids this age that you will be back; bring something unique back to them from the new town. It’s also very important for them to express their feelings about the move. Give them a job to do – have them be responsible for boxing up their favorite toys, and ‘labeling’ their boxes with crayons and stickers.

Ages 6 to 12:  Elementary age kids are usually most concerned with how the everyday routines of their lives are going to change. Showing them pictures, videos and magazines of their new home will help a lot, especially if you can find new places in advance for the things they like to do. If your child takes dance lessons, find and share information about the new dance studio she can go to. If he takes karate, or plays soccer or baseball . . . even if her favorite thing to do is the park or the pizza parlor, find these places in your new neighborhood and get brochures, pictures or videos.

Teenagers:  Teenagers are most concerned with fitting in. They may react angrily to the move, even insist they’re not going. This is usually due to the total lack of control they have over everything important in their lives – friends, school and jobs – being disrupted. These children can be very worried about making new friends, and what will be different in the new school. They are curious about the clothing, hairstyles, bicycles, cars, etc. that kids in the new city will have. Pictures of all these things are very helpful, so if you take an orientation trip be sure to take many detailed photos/videos of the schools they will be attending.

Other tips for making the transition:  1) Give young children an entertaining travel kit for the move.  2) Give older children a diary for recording the trip and move.  3) Give children of all ages a special address book and stationery set for keeping up with old friends.  4) Take videos of the new home if the kids won’t get to see it before the move. Arrive well before the movers so kids can explore and become acquainted first.  5) Give children a chore to do, such as working on their room (younger), supervising little siblings (middle), and painting or arranging furniture (older kids).  6) Take a break with the family as soon as possible to explore the museums, sights and recreation in your new city.  7) Arrange a visit to new schools and a meeting with the teacher before the actual first day of attendance.  8) Encourage the children to bring new friends home.”

Metzger added, “Regardless of when you move, prepare your children well for the transition. By planning ahead, you’ll be able to offer them a few details of what to expect. Give the kids plenty of opportunity to express their feelings about the move, and their anxieties about the new school, new friends, teachers, and their sadness at leaving all that is familiar. Try to find ways to address your own emotional needs and your stress load so that you appear available to the kids at all times. Their concerns will only be heightened if they see you with concerns. Find a balance with yourself and your kids, and keep communication open. Planning and organizing can help keep stress to a minimum.  Keep an eye out for signs of stress and anxiety in your kids. Different children have different needs, certainly, and all kids process stress differently. If you do notice acting out or other behaviors that indicate adjustment problems, talk to the guidance counselor or the pediatrician about how to proceed.  Share your feelings and encourage the kids to see the move as a family adventure. You’re all in it together.
Darby concluded, “This is an overview of how you may want to handle your move.  It is our pleasure to assist our home Buyers and Sellers throughout the entire process.  Reach any of our sales professionals at either of our two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue or 57 Park Avenue.  By phone, (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD, and view 1000’s of homes on our websites, www.erajustin.com  or www.erajustinrealty.com.

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Jenna Bado joins the ERA Justin Realty Team

by ERA Justin

Jenna Bado joins the ERA Justin Realty Team 

As a graduate of Rowan University with a degree in Elementary Education and a specialization in Special Education, Jenna Bado has a natural helping and caring personality.  Educators are very detail oriented and with that a lot of patience becomes apparent and important in real estate listings and sales at ERA Justin Realty.
Jenna Bado said, “I work to accomplish my best and I’m always looking for new inventive ways to present topics which can easily be transferred to my real estate business. I understand the challenge many first time and repeat buyers face. I have the skills and qualifications to find those buyers a suitable home for their needs. I communicate on networking platforms buyers associate with in their search for a home.”
Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner stated, “Jenna’s family moved to Rutherford when she was just three years old. Growing up in the Rutherford community has allowed her to have many friendships and potential buyers and sellers. Besides Bergen County, she has deep relationships within Hudson County including Weehawken and Hoboken, as her family has owned a printing business in Hoboken for over 90 years. Even today Jenna finds herself helping her dad with whatever needs to be done, which allows her to get involved in Hoboken and surrounding many Hudson County towns.
Her community activities include being an active volunteer with the Rutherford Elks Lodge #547. From her relationships at the lodge she further became involved in their summer program, Elks Camp Moore. It is there, a residential special needs camp, where she spent her last three summers working as a one to one counselor. It is from her work at the Miracle on the Mountain that inspired her to go forth with a specialization in Special Education.  She also has mastered basic American Sign Language communication skills “
 “There is a difference in real estate companies,” added ERA Justin Broker Co-owner Jennifer Darby.  “Attending on-going advanced training, seminars, round-table discussions with industry leaders and focus groups is what we continually do at our firm. We believe that in order to exceed sellers’ expectations of what our real estate team is about, we don’t teach just the basics.  We want them to learn and know  much more than is ever expected. In that way, we know that our buyers and sellers will hold us all in the highest regard.”
Jenna continued, “I enthusiastically joined ERA Justin Realty because of their reputation as a leading Bergen County real estate firm. They create outstanding marketing for all of their homes for sale as well as marketing all of their Realtor agents. They have created a powerful ERA Justin Realty brand, known and loved throughout the area since 1950. My decision to join ERA Justin Realty is their excellent state-of-the-art agent training and finally, I’ve never heard a negative word about the firm. I know they are responsible for multi-thousands of sales throughout the years. I have had many friends and family use ERA Justin Realty in the past when buying and selling their homes, and the positive feedback was endless. I instantly fell in love with the team spirit and collaboration styles, making it known they are a family that makes this career fun.”
Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker Co-owner added, “Jenna is the co-founder of the Mecca Bado Scholarship  created with her father several years ago after losing her mother to cancer. The scholarship is awarded to a high school senior that has received or is in the process of receiving their Girl Scout Gold Award. Her mother was her girl scout leader from the time she was a brownie until she completed the full girl scouting program as an Ambassador. Jenna received her gold award when she was a senior at Rutherford High School. She also graduated Dean’s List at Rowan University. She currently is also an active member of the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life .”
Ron Darby added, “We are pleased to have Jenna join us. She will focus on customer relocation, service and listening.  Yes, listening is what we do at our firm.  If one listens to our buyers and sellers needs and requirements and then follow-up with the smallest detail, success will come easy for her.
ERA Justin Realty is continually honored as a Top-100 ERA firm worldwide from approximately 3,000 ERA offices and is the recipient of the ERA Commitment to Excellence award. Agents both newly licensed and experienced who join us have the potential to begin strong earnings immediately.  Our Winning Edge Teammate Advantage package has been structured so agents have a sense of pride in receiving benefits which they deserve in this new age of real estate. Our team of sales agents exceeds buyer and seller expectations, and through their daily efforts they continue to grow.  We are offering those who want a successful career in real estate to phone for a confidential conversation.  Give us a few minutes and we’ll give you a rewarding lifetime career. If you are a career-minded full-time licensed agent, serious about your real estate business, but not advancing at your current firm, it may be time to make that phone call.  Making a decision to make the call is a tough decision, from there, the rest is easy.  We’ll show you how!”
Jenna can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500 and (201) 438-0588.  Also view 1000’s of homes at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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bergen county • Cathy Vick • ERA Justin Realty • NJ • Ron Darby • Rutherford • video tours • May 22, 2016

ERA Justin Realty Offers Online Video Property Tours

by ERA Justin
 

                            ERA Justin Realty Offers Online Video Property Tours 

Cathy Vick known throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties for her expertise in real estate sales reviews one of the technology advances offered by ERA Justin Realty which enables consumers to view ERA Justin Realty property listings through an online video tour, making home buying and selling easier. 

Considered by many to be a technology leader in the real estate industry and an  ‘ERA Top-100’ real estate firm nationwide, ERA Justin Realty features video tours in today’s fast-paced and technologically advanced real estate market.  Video tours offer home sellers advantages similar to viewing a 24-hour a day, seven-day a week open house, at the home buyers convenience. 

Vick said, “Our video tours include 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 millions of viewers use the internet to look for a home, it is critical to have the best tools to promote our listings online. Video tours help potential buyers view a property’s attributes so much better than just a text description or a single photo of a house; for example, consumers can possibly view what is on the other side of the street and next door. ERA Justin Realty offers this additional service to each of our sellers on every listing that we market for sale.  When we post a video tour, it is available on our websites, www.ERAJustin.com, www.ERAJustinRealty.com as well as www.Realtor.com and many others from which we market our seller’s homes. Thousands  of area sellers have selected ERA Justin Realty as their Realtor of choice each year since 1950.  We work to exceed their expectations and that makes us truly proud.”

Continuing, she said, “Online video tours also increase a listing’s exposure to potential buyers.  More exposure means more pre-approved buyers to potentially see each listing.  More exposure potentially brings more buying contracts to be considered, giving each seller a better opportunity to sell their house at a potential higher price. Buyers who view video tours are strong prospects.  There is no cost to our sellers for this added value service.”

Buyers and Sellers interested in learning more about ERA Justin Realty’s online video tours can reach any of the ERA Justin Realty sales professionals who will be pleased to provide extensive details.

 
Continuing, Vick said, “Because of our daily priorities, we’ve proudly received on numerous occasions the prestigious ERA world-wide  ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’from approximately 30,000 ERA brokers and agents.  All across the nation, the one of the strongest awards that can be achieved in business is the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’award.  Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. ERA Real Estate was the recipient of ‘Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms.’ Award.  For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.”
 
She then concluded,  “All of our ERA Justin Realty full service Realtors can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also view 1000’s of homes at our website at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.”
 
 

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ERA-JUSTIN ACHIEVERS POINT WAY TO SPRING AND SUMMER SALES

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ERA-JUSTIN ACHIEVERS POINT WAY
TO SPRING AND SUMMER SALES
 
Flowers blooming, lawns greening, leaves on the trees and ERA Justin Realty with strong real estate listings and sales. This is the time when families focus on real estate, but the first question asked is, “How do I price my house?”
 
Ask the ERA Justin Realty first quarter 2016 award achievers Cathy Vick, Peggy McLaughlin, Fara Espandi, Carol Calamari, Julia Dagistanli and the answer you will most likely hear over and over again is realistically. These Leadership Circle achievers will provide a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) so you will have the answers to your real estate questions.
 
“If you are thinking of selling your home in the near future and want to know how much it may sell for, then contact a real estate sales professional at our firm and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine its fair market value,” recommends both Vick and McLaughlin.
 
“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 slightly higher than the fair market value because it is assumed that some negotiation will be necessary to reach an agreement with a Buyer,” added Espandi and Calamari.
 
Dagistanli added, “To get an estimate of the fair market value, a homeowner can call our ERA Justin Realty sales team. Our service is provided free of charge and without obligation.”
 
“In conducting a CMA, our ERA Justin Realty sales professionals 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 markets mean for his or her home, and will provide a realistic figure of the home’s fair market value. 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. 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,” said Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker Co-owner.
 
Ron Darby, Broker Co-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. 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, honored during the first quarter of 2016 for their production.”
 
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 and 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 1000’s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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ERA JUSTIN REALTY SHARES FIRST IMPRESSION TIPS FOR SELLING

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ERA JUSTIN REALTY SHARES FIRST IMPRESSION TIPS FOR SELLING

When it comes to your home, first impressions are everything. Buyers will drive by and make an instant decision on whether they want to step inside. The exterior of your home, in conjunction with the landscaping, has the ability to make or break the first appearance. Just as important as accessories are to completing an outfit, the perfect front door can instantly increase the curb appeal of your home.
Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner, with forty-eight years of experience, said, “To gain the viewpoint of the potential Buyer, walk across from the front of your home and give it a critical look. Is there something that is less than appealing? Does it look neat, clean and most of all, inviting? Take notes and decide where your improvement dollars might be best spent. Whether you replace your front door, or spruce up the one you now have, the improvement will be noticeable. You will get your share of positive comments from friends and neighbors about how handsome the house looks.  Depending on your home’s exterior finishing, you might consider painting the door a color that complements the color of the trim, rather than matching it. Consult a color wheel, and consider the colors located adjacent to the trim color, or directly opposite. The door is a relatively small space, considering the expanse of the front of most homes, so you can choose an unconventional color for the door and not have it overwhelm the facade. And because of the small area of the door, it can be easily repainted if you change your mind.  If you have a solid wood door, consider refinishing it. If the wood is particularly beautiful or interesting, you can simply oil or seal it to show off the grain. Talk to someone at the paint store about the best way to enhance the appearance of your wood door and protect it against the elements.  You can also freshen up the entrance by polishing or replacing the hardware on the door. If the doorknob, lock, and kick plate are shabby, buy new ones.”
Darby continued, “Fiberglass doors are popular for special orders. Fiberglass doors do not dent or chip, and are impervious to the weather. Steel and fiberglass top the list of popular door choices, but wood doors continue to do well. Wood surfaces must be refinished and varnished every few years, depending on how much they are exposed to the elements. Mahogany is a popular choice, especially in wet or humid climates, because it does not expand or contract much. Oak is an excellent wood for a front door but is very hard and does not accept paint well. Keep this in mind should you decide to paint it later on. Consider whether your home is stucco  or brick, and note the interesting architectural details. Your front door should enhance the existing elements, not compete with them. Newer homes with cleaner exterior lines can take on an elaborate door, though the design should be in keeping with the home’s size and style. New stock doors give you dozens of options, while a custom door is often the focal point of the property. Whether you paint, refinish, or replace the door, freshening up the entrance is sure to enhance your home’s curb appeal.”
Jennifer Darby Metzger ERA Justin Broker Co-owner suggested, “While making a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) report for our Sellers, a comprehensive report in all aspects, we can make some first impression suggestions.  It is complete with color photos and detailed information, and can make 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.  In that way, we know that our Buyers and Sellers will hold us all in the highest regard.”
ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, a premier ERA real estate firm award from approximately 30,000 ERA brokers and agents.  All across the nation, the most sought award that can be achieved in business is the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award. ERA Real Estate was a recipient of ‘Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms.’ Award. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.
For more information on CMAs, consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realty sales team at either of their  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 1000’s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.
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For our Communities, ERA Justin Realty Partners with Local Farms

Today everyone has very busy lives. Running here and there, driven by the demands of technology and wanting instant communication, gratification, results and fast foods. We at ERA Justin Realty thought it was time to take a deep breath, reflect on quieter times and bring back our efforts to give back to our communities. Beginning our veggies program several years ago, its popularity has grown each year and 2016 will again prove great success for our communities.

“Our agents wanted to do their share and create a way that our families could eat healthy while helping our friends and neighbors in our communities do the same, said office coordinator, Michelle Korosy.

Jennifer Darby Metzger, broker co-owner added, “We are very proud to create our CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) partnership. It’s good for us and our area farms!

ERA Justin Realty of Rutherford, New Jersey has partnered with a local farm to bring fresh produce to our local communities. You’ve heard of the benefits of  buying local. Now we’re offering a great way to enjoy fruits and vegetables grown right here in New Jersey and have the opportunity to make an investment in these locally grown foods, which in turn helps to keep New Jersey green!”

Michelle Korosy continues to coordinate the Community Supported Agriculture program at ERA Justin Realty, which serves as the pick-up location. CSA programs are run by local farms and involve consumers purchasing a share of the season’s harvest. Once a week for several dozen weeks, the farm will drop off bushels of fresh veggies and to our office.

Korosy and Metzger liked the idea and wanted to bring the farm to Rutherford. With several dozen members signed up for this season, Korosy said the program has become so popular they need to turn people away because they simply do not have the space to store the fruits and veggies at their office. By mid-summer, Korosy said the shares are huge. Justin Realty subscribes to Alstede Farms in Chester.

Korosy added, “We at ERA Justin believe in doing our part to help our communities stay healthy. We also are dedicated in helping support our local economy. Money spent with local farmers and growers all stays close to home, working to build our local economy instead of  being handed over to a corporation in another city, state, or country. Since the food moves through fewer hands, more of the money you spend tends to get to the people growing it. We are excited and we hope you are too! Here’s to a healthy 2016 season!”

For information on this exciting new path and to learn more details and find answers to your questions, simply go to ERAFresh.org. You may also reach Jennifer Darby Metzger or Michelle Korosy the ERA Fresh CSA’s coordinators at ERA Justin Realty at (201) 939-7500.
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