bergen countybuy a houseCarol DarbyERAERA Justin Realtyhomes for salehouse for salehouses for saleJennifer DarbyPresident's Circlereal estateRealogyREALTORrealtyRon Darby October 23, 2012

ERA Justin Realty Brokers Honored at President’s Circle Annual Business Forum

ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owners Ron Darby, Jennifer Darby Metzger and Carol Darby at the ERA President’s Circle business forum. Their firm consistently ranks as an ERA Top-100 firm globally. Celebrating their 62nd anniversary as a market leader, they serve Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties.
 
       ERA Justin Realty Brokers Honored at President’s Circle Annual Business Forum
Ron Darby, Jennifer Darby Metzger and Carol Darby Broker Co-owners of ERA Justin Realty were recognized as one of the top brokerage firms by global real estate company, ERA Franchise Systems, at the recently held annual ERA President’s Circle Leadership Forum held October 15-18, 2012 in Florham Park, N.J., an exclusive meeting of some of the country’s most successful real estate brokers.
Named one of the “Top-100” brokerage firms from nearly 30,000 ERA real estate brokers and agents worldwide, they represented ERA Justin Realty.
Throughout the three-day event, brokers shared strategies for providing better customer service for their buyers and sellers in this modifying real estate market. They also participated in round-table discussions and question-and-answer sessions.
Jennifer Darby Metzger, also a charter member of the ERA Young Leader’s Network was interviewed from the stage for her insights into the future of regional real estate and the growth of her firm.
 
“The ERA President’s Circle conference offers an unparalleled opportunity for our brokers to re-energize and network with colleagues from all over the country,” said Charlie Young, president and chief executive officer, ERA Franchise Systems. “The Darby’s are ‘Top-100’ brokers, and their recognition is a reflection of the value that ERA Justin Realty brings to home buyers and sellers throughout their marketing areas including Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties. They are consistently honored for their professionalism, integrity and service to their buyers and sellers.”
For more information 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 1000’s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com, www.ERAJustinRealty.com and  www.BuyBergenCounty.com. 
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Carol Darby, Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger, broker co-owners form the management team for their staff of Realtors at ERA Justin Realty. A firm established in 1950, they provide information about selecting a Realtor for your real estate transaction.


ERA Justin Realty Report 2012:
Be Selective When Picking a Real Estate Agent

According to Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker co-owner and a company market leader since 1950, “For those considering buying or selling a house, this information may be very beneficial to you. Bring together the right real estate team headed by the Realtor professional you choose. In this detailed real estate market where buyers, sellers, lenders, inspectors are strongly regulated, one should know the details so they can be successful in their purchase or sale.

Real estate training of a Realtor is necessary as the regulations governing real estate transactions go through continuous transition. In any business, there are trained real estate agents and those who may be simply a best friend of a buyer or seller who practices real estate on a limited basis and may not know the local markets, laws that govern the transaction, limiting buyers or sellers abilities to be successful in the transaction. It is not always how many years a firm has been in the business or number of homes sold.

Select your Realtor and firm that provides excellence in service. Realtor agents who do a lot of business and are constantly trained should have a wealth of experience to draw from that can be helpful when problems arise.”

Jennifer Darby Metzger, ERA Justin Realty Broker co-owner stated, “Too many times in our industry listings are taken far above the market value and above pricing proven by a comprehensive (CMA) comparative market analysis. Some listings taken by a brokerage with unrealistic pricing will sit on the sidelines as new properly priced listings come to the marketplace and are quickly sold. Furthermore, carefully determine the amount of sales in your community by the firm you are considering. Sales quoted by that Realtor outside of your community or at a distance have diminished impact for a successful sale in your specific community. Specific information is what helps create a successful transaction.

Be sure you are presented with a current, accurate and complete CMA report detailing homes for sale, those that have sold and closed and those that have expired because they did not sell. All sellers are entitled to know the entire story so they can make an educated decision as to the proper pricing of their house when placed on the market. At ERA Justin Realty, our Realtor professionals are trained to bring exacting information to our sellers. Once done, our buyers can be confident that the house they are considering or have purchased will appraise for mortgaging as long as the buyers are qualified for the loan. This is a must for the services that we provide at ERA Justin Realty. Our Realtor agents owe a great degree of focus and responsibility to those sellers who list their houses with us.”

Carol Darby continued, “It’s typical for a seller to be swept into the enthusiasm of a Realtor who speaks positively about your house, but in this current market that Realtor is under a strong degree of responsibility to advise of the current pricing and what pricing is not realistic. We make the process easy by offering over 700 written reviews of our services, ‘What people are saying’ consisting of published quotes and testimonials from our satisfied buyers and sellers.”

Metzger concluded, “We build strong rapport and trust. You’ll be working with one of our Realtor professionals throughout the transaction. Working with one of our trusted Realtors is easy when you respect, trust and communicate well together. Request many references, not just one or two. We are one successful team of Realtor professionals.

Pacing this year, as in previous years, we were awarded as a ‘Top-100’ ERA real estate firm from nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and agents from their firms. Our reviews, quotes and testimonials are yours to be reviewed, simply for the asking. We have been a Realtor of choice for multi-thousands of buyers and sellers since we first opened our doors in 1950. Equally impressive is our relationship with Cartus, the worlds largest corporate relocation/referral real estate network representing ‘Fortune-500’ companies, where we do business for their clients in buying and selling in our marketing areas of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties. These corporate relationships bring more selling and buying opportunities for all.”

Contact any of ERA Justin Realty’s Realtor professionals at their Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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Pamela Collins recently returned to ERA Justin Realty from her position at Prudential Professionals Real Estate. Serving her buyers and sellers throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties, Collins, a Realtor professional was welcomed home by all at the firm.

 

ERA Justin Realty Welcomes Realtor Pamela Collins


Focus builds knowledge, character and drive to succeed in real estate sales. According to Cathy Vick, a Realtor professional with ERA Justin Realty, she stated, “It begins with schooling and training. Pamela Collins has returned to our firm from Prudential Professionals of Rutherford.
Pamela has been a resident of Rutherford for more than 20 years, beginning her early career in television and radio marketing, then accepting a position in elementary education teaching grade eight. She has two sons. Alex is a Rutherford high school senior. Peter has an employment position in Alaska.”
Collins said, “When I felt it was time to grow and become part of a real estate firm, with my ties to Rutherford and our other local communities, my choice was to be part of a local firm that has national recognition. That choice for me, after spending a brief time with another real estate firm was ERA Justin Realty. Being part of our many communities, with friends, family and all those who know me, I look forward to serving them in their real estate needs. I’m also excited to introduce myself to those buyers and sellers I’ve not yet met and achieve their needs and goals. ERA Justin Realty will make that process much easier for me. They are real estate market-leaders with cutting-edge technologies to match buyers to their dream house while making selling easier with extensive marketing plans and a vast national referral and relocation system for those sellers who may be moving across the nation to new locations.”
Vick added, “She is a member of the New Jersey Association of Realtors, as well as the National Association of Realtors, the New Jersey Multiple Listing Service and the RealSource Board of Realtors. Our brokers and staff immediately welcomed Pamela to the firm. She brings professionalism and real estate experience to her buyers and sellers.
 Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA global 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award,’ from nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and agents. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.”
All of the 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. View 1000’s of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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Wayne Kubs Joins ERA Justin Realty

Wayne Kubs

“Dealing honestly, openly and having pride in the service you provide your customers and clients will build respect and trust in you,” words of Wayne Kubs who is part of the ERA Justin Realty team of sales professionals.

Jennifer Darby, broker co-owner stated, “Wayne’s focus and enthusiasm in handling details of his transactions will result in successful purchases and sales. We are pleased that he has joined our active team.”
Wayne resides in Rutherford with his wife Allyson. His community activities included joining the Rutherford Volunteer Ambulance Corp. in 1993. He also joined the Rutherford Fire Department in 1994 and is currently the training officer and 1st Assistant Chief. Wayne also proudly served in the Navy from 1997-2004 as a Corpsman with the Marines. Currently he also works as a Paramedic for Hackensack University Medical Center where he has been cited with the Excellence in Emergency Medicine Award.
“He is equally active during his time away from the office, well traveled with a passion for scuba diving,” added Jennifer.
“ERA Justin Realty is recognized for their professionalism, skilled staff, forward thinking with the use of cutting-edge technologies resulting in successful transactions to better serve our buyers and sellers. To say you are affiliated with ERA Justin Realty brings strong satisfaction. With our support systems, success follows as we all work to exceed buyer and seller expectations,” concluded Jennifer.
“It will be my pleasure to locate the perfect home for you. Together, my wife Allyson and I are real estate focused, with four properties, one of them a three family,” added Wayne.
Wayne and the team of ERA Justin Realtors stand ready to serve you. Because of their daily priorities, they proudly received the prestigious ERA 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’ from nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and agents globally. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty and Wayne can be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.
All of the ERA Justin 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. View 1000’s of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com
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ERA Justin Realty Report, “When the Brood leaves the Nest”

June Incorvaia has been a Realtor for many years with ERA Justin Realty and previously remembered from Van Winkle and Liggett also of Rutherford. Serving hundreds of families, she accomplished purchases and sales for families and now doing transactions for the children and grandchildren of those families. Here she offers information about the “When the brood leaves the nest.”
                        ERA Justin Realty Report, “When the Brood leaves the Nest”
“If you’re an empty nester, or about to become one, you’ve got lots of company. The number of baby boomers age 65 and over is expected to increase nearly 80 percent over the next two decades. Shifts in the age distribution of our population continues to result in a growing number of Baby Boomers moving to accommodations that better suit their needs,” according to ERA Justin Realtor, June Incorvaia.
Continuing, June said, “Today’s empty nester is not the sedentary retiree of yesteryear. Senior home buyers may stay in or near the same community after they retire. Many people continue to work much later in life, perhaps in an entirely new career or as a full-time volunteer who serves their community and very often as Realtors serving the needs of their community.
A major decision you are probably facing is determining exactly what you would like your next living arrangement to be. Unlike generations in days past, today it is nearly impossible to describe a “typical” empty nester’s home. Much depends on your individual lifestyle, family situation and other personal preferences.
New living options marketed to meet a diversity of lifestyles are continually appearing on the marketplace. Translating your choices of amenities, location, ease of maintenance, architectural style, etc. into the selection of your next home can be a interesting experience. Working with one of our Realtors who listens to your needs and understands the market can help shorten your search for the home that is right for you.”
Jennifer Darby, ERA Justin Broker Co-owner added, “Choosing the right Realtor professional can also pay dividends when selling your current home. At the same time, younger families are seeking to move up and out to possible larger homes and apartments offered by empty nesters. The ERA® Sellers Security® Plan has been designed for empty nesters and others who wish to remove the anxiety from the process of selling their home. The Sellers Security® Plan guarantees that your home will sell at a pre-determined price within 180 days of listing your home. Simply put, If we don’t sell your house, ERA will buy it®.”
“The Sellers Security® Plan is a guaranteed sale plan offered in all 50 states. An attractive feature of Sellers Security is the ERA®  Marketing Plan, which covers all the bases for sale, by maximizing the marketability and sales potential of your home.  There are details and conditions that June would be pleased to review with those interested.  Simply contact her for full and details and conditions that apply.”
ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA worldwide 2003-2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, selected from approximately 30,000 ERA brokers and agents throughout the ERA nation. Also, reach them to review the more than 700 written reviews of their services provided by their sellers and buyers. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty has been a buying and selling Realtor of choice for thousands.
For more information consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realtor 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 at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.
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Allyson Kubs was welcomed by the Realtor team at ERA Justin Realty when she joined the firm. With her property management background from her own properties, her focus will be on single and multi-family properties for first-time and repeat buyers and sellers
 
Allyson Kubs Makes ERA Justin Realty Her Realtor of Choice
Allyson Kubs is active in community participation. Area residents recognize her through her activities. Many people over the years know Allyson, recognize her, and trust her.
Allyson said, “Growing up, I was a lifeguard for years and gave over a hundred children swim lessons, and babysat for many families, including those of developmentally disabled children. When at my parents house even now, if I walk down the street it is almost guaranteed I will run into someone I know who will likely strike up a conversation about their children, family, life, and sometimes, their houses and plans to buy or sell in Bergen County.”
Broker Ron Darby stated, “We all welcome Allyson in joining our team of sales professionals.  Her background also includes being an emergency room nurse.”
 Allyson added, “I have to be thinking constantly as a nurse. It’s important to have a positive attitude, and I have to get people to trust me when the stakes are high after only a very short first impression.  And as unrelated as the two fields seem, I have to carry those traits to real estate to succeed and excel in my real career.  My background also includes experience in property management, developing applications and leases, enforcing lease terms, and ensuring great tenants.  As a person, I am not satisfied until I complete the job at hand.  In my spare time I volunteer for the ambulance corps in Washington Township, and have been a member since 2005.  For fun, I enjoy camping, water sports, and being outdoors.  I have been skydiving 3 times.”
Allyson joined the team at ERA Justin Realty because of their success as a real estate market leader for 62 years.   She is a long term resident of Bergen County with in-depth knowledge of the features and benefits that each municipality has to offer, and will use that knowledge to exceed buyer and seller expectations.  Through the firm’s strong team, experience, and expertise, she has the confidence to serve the real estate needs of the area successfully.
Ron continued, “We are pleased to have Allyson join us. She attended an accredited New Jersey licensing school, passed her state examination and will follow our teachings closely, which is based on customer service and listening.  Her personal designations include Realtor, a member of the National Association of Realtors, New Jersey Association of Realtors, member of RealSource Association of Realtors and New Jersey Multiple Listing Service.  She also supports the Hackensack University Medical Center and was awarded for excellence in emergency medicine.  She has been a member of many community organizations and has volunteered as an EMT in Washington Township, Emerson, and Paramus.
“There is a difference in real estate companies,” he added. “Attending on-going advanced training, seminars, round-table discussions with industry leaders and focus groups are what we continually do at our firm, much more than many other area real estate firms.  We believe that in order to exceed sellers’ expectations of what a real estate agent is about, we don’t teach just the basics.  We want them to learn, know and teach much more than are ever expected of them.  In that way, we know that our sellers and buyers will hold us in the highest regard. This is the background that will aid Allyson in her real estate career.”
The ERA team of Realtor professionals 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. View 1000’s of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.
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Sussy Morehouse Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team of Sales Professionals

Coming from a successful real estate background, Sussy Morehouse has joined ERA Justin Realty. Her focus as a Realtor professional will assist area buyers and sellers in their housing needs.

 

                  Sussy Morehouse Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team of Sales Professionals

 

It takes a “client-first” philosophy to earn the ERA Rookie of the Year Award while at ERA Rizzo Realty serving Nutley and surrounding areas. That is where Sussy Morehouse began her real estate career eight years ago. With dedication, she served her buyers and sellers and also was awarded the ERA Beyond Excellence and New Jersey Association Bronze Circle of Excellence Award for 2005 and 2006.
Sussy said, “Originally from Ecuador, I take a multicultural  approach to real estate, working in communities from suburbs to the cities. My approach is a result of my first hand experience with the difficulties the immigrants and first time buyers are facing when buying a home. There are many qualities and skills that make for successful transactions. Integrity, in-depth community and market knowledge, marketing savvy, effective negotiation skills and a high-quality professional network that ERA Justin Realty provides, all of which are hallmarks of my work”
Jennifer Darby Metzger, ERA Justin Realty broker co-owner added, “Knowing Sussy’s background and business ethics, she will provide fine service, essentially putting her clients first. She plans to keep herself accessible, a good listener and good communicator and responding quickly to your needs. Married to David Morehouse, they have two sons, Bolivar and Charles.  In their free time their fun includes cheering on the NY Jets, NY Mets, NY Rangers and are NASCAR fans.”
“My client first philosophy has always been my approach and it requires me to continually improve my skills and ways of doing business. I’ve also found that the latest technologies are enabling me to do everything I’ve always done, only much more quickly and efficiently. They’ve also helped me extend the range of services I provide to my clients,” concluded Sussy.
Sussy’s professional credentials include membership in both the New Jersey and Garden State Multiple Listing Services, RealSource Board of Realtors, National and New Jersey Association of Realtors and she had garnered many production awards and community service awards. Her exceptional educational background includes an AAS and BS Degree in Criminal Justice and she is a certified Real Estate Paralegal.
Sussy and the team of ERA Justin Realtors stand ready to serve you.  Because of their daily priorities, they proudly received the prestigious ERA 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’ from nearly 300,000 ERA brokers and agents globally. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty and Sussy should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.
All of the ERA Justin 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. View 1000’s of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com
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Denise Leonessa Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team

Denise Leonessa has joined the ERA Justin Realty sales team coming from a sales and listing career with another area brokerage firm. Her people skills and community involvement will bring success to her real estate business at the firm.
 

 Denise Leonessa Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team

 

To continue the exceptional tradition of top service to sellers and buyers that ERA Justin Realty has been known for these past 62 years, the firm has always prided itself in attracting career minded individuals who join and want to continue to develop their successful careers. 
Following its business plan for hiring licensed agents and giving them the training for success in the current fast-changing real estate industry, Denise Leonessa  has joined the firm, transferring from Prudential Professionals of Rutherford.
Ron Darby, Broker and Co-owner said, “Our ERA Justin teammates immediately welcomed Denise having worked with her on previous transactions from her prior agency. She has a great understanding of people and their needs and desires.  She works well with people, all having different personalities and needs. Because of her understanding, she is a people-person and knows that strong business relationships will result with successful purchases and sales for her buyers and sellers. Denise’s attributes fit our business philosophy perfectly.  For these reasons, we proudly say, ‘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.”
Denise said, “As an area resident for over 17 years I have extensive knowledge of our communities in Bergen County and surrounding areas.  My goal with ERA Justin Realty is to build long lasting relationships while providing exceptional service to my buyers and sellers. By knowing the entire buying and selling process they can then make informed decisions. I reside in Rutherford with my husband John and our three children, Andrew, Samantha and Mathew and our two family dogs. I love my community participation with the public schools, the Junior Women’s Club and the Elk’s Club and  my involvement as a coach of soccer, track and field and previously, baseball.
My decision to transfer to ERA Justin Realty is because of their wonderful agents, people I’ve met throughout the years. Their agents have been an inspiration to me and learning wonderful things about their agents who bring successes for their buyers and sellers. Happily, I’m now part of their team.”
Ron added, “Denise, with her high energy and professionalism will excel at our firm. All of us at ERA Justin Realty are excited.  Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, from all across the ERA nation with approximately 30,000 agents and brokers. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.
Denise, and all of our ERA Justin Realtor professionals can be reached at either of our 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 websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com
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ERA Justin Realtor professional Carol D. Calamari shares 2012 Tips for dressing  your house for a good showing. A Realtor professional with the firm and coming from a television background with an Emmy win, her knowledge brings important information to her buyers and sellers. The firm has a strong real estate presence throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties
 

ERA Justin Realty 2012 Tips on Dressing Your House For a Good Showing

 

As we enter the 2012 fall real estate season, buyers and sellers know that it is a very different market and preparing perfectly means success or failure in their transactions.

 As important a landmark as buying a home is in people’s lives, you’d be surprised at how much of it can turn on snap decisions. If you’re selling a house you’ll have to put careful thought into customers’ first impressions, because many sales will be made or lost before they reach the front door – or as soon as they walk through it.
ERA Justin Realty’s Carol D. Calamari offers a menu of possible ‘first impression’ areas that an owner may want to consider.  “First consider curb appeal – the feeling customers get from the upkeep of the house and grounds, and how comfortable this makes them imagining themselves as a resident. You want to do everything you can to make them see your house as their home, both outside and in.  A new paint job is an investment that should more than pay for itself if the budget permits, and neat landscaping – trimmed shrubs, new flowers – puts your prospective buyers in just the right frame of mind. Inside, kitchens and bathrooms should be in sparkling condition – these rooms are known to be what makes up many home-seekers’ minds. Removal of odors like pet smells and smoke will lessen distractions for customers you want focusing on your home’s possibilities, and clearing of clutter is crucial.
The less belongings you have crowding your rooms and closets, the bigger the home will appear, and the easier it will be for potential buyers to envision placing their own possessions there. Put some things in storage if you need to, or hold a garage sale to help cut down on some of the build-up you were going to clear out for moving anyway (just hold it before buyers can see the piles on your lawn).  For buyers picturing themselves in your home, it’s also good to present the house in as general taste as possible – personal memorabilia, collectibles, and eccentric wall colors and furnishings should go out with the clutter. Repainting rooms in a neutral white also helps convey the sense of spaciousness.  Clean windows, fresh flowers, and other small details with big impact – they’re what you want to remember. From major improvements to subtle touches that tip the scales in your favor, the features of a house that we often take for granted can be the ones that determine your home selling success. According to the National Association of Realtors®, curb appeal alone accounts for half of all home sales.”
Calamari continued, “A little effort now saves you a lengthy process later. First impressions will expedite the sale, through the services of your ERA Justin qualified Realtor® and will make it all the surer. One of our ERA qualified professionals can guide you in all the above matters and more, from supplying a checklist of presentation tips, to recommending affordable painting contractors from his or her industry connections, to helping you stage the furniture. Whatever it takes, we can give you confidence that, for some buyer soon, the showing of your home should be love at first sight.  We also will provide a 2012 home market analysis  (CMA) with information 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. Our CMA report for our Sellers is truly comprehensive in all aspects.  Complete with color photos and detailed information, it 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 has proudly received the prestigious ERA global 2003-2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, selected from approximately 30,000 ERA real estate agents and brokers across the ERA world.  Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it.  Ask to see ‘Real Estate Results in Writing’ our published report of over 700 written reviews of our company services. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

For more information on CMA’s and dressing your house for a good showing, 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 1000’s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS 2012 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger with a history of real estate successes for their firm, their Realtor agents and their buyers and sellers have processed thousands of transactions as leaders in the regional real estate markets. They offer career opportunities to experienced, newly licensed and those individuals wanting a career change. ERA Justin Realty is noted as the-company-on the-grow and the company in-the-know.


ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS 2012 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES


How many careers exist today that involves helping people achieve their lifelong dream? According to Ron Darby, a leading real estate broker for nearly 45 years and co-owner of ERA Justin Realty, “Real estate agents help make dreams come true every day.”
Ron Darby speaks from great experience. He has hired, trained and guided agents to success hundreds of times. Many ERA Justin Realty agents have been with him for decades, with greater earnings than at many area real estate firms. He continued, “As real estate trends change, as agents commission needs change, our management team headed by Jennifer Darby Metzger listens and works closely with our agents. In fact, ERA Justin Realty has one of the strongest commission structures for agents in the region, once again bringing our firm to the forefront in earnings. We also give our agents a strong buyer base potential with creative advertising in South Bergen County. Full color page advertising of our listings in the weekly newspapers bring an abundance of potential buyers to our agents while giving our sellers more marketing exposure. Our ‘Winning Edge Teammate Advantage’ benefit package is not obtainable at other firms. We proudly have a major market share, internal training programs and a superior level of support as requested by our agents.”
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, including 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 construction of nearly 200 custom single and multi-family dwellings. After a decade he chose to retire briefly, only to be 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 month after month asking for a meeting, but I was enjoying my new freedom. Finally, accepting his invitation for lunch, we agreed that I join him, and the rest is history. Today, thirty-two years later, ERA Justin Realty is a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm worldwide from approximately 30,000 ERA agents and brokers. They are also the recipient of the ‘ERA Commitment to Excellence’ award achieving it from 2003-2012 globally. For these reasons, agents both newly licensed and experienced men and women who join us have the potential to begin strong earnings immediately. Our agent ‘Winning Edge Teammate Advantage’ commission benefit package has been structured so agents have a sense of pride in receiving strong earnings and other benefits which they deserve in this new age of real estate.”
Continuing, Metzger said, “We are proud to be part of these achievements. Our team of Realtor professionals work to exceed buyer and seller expectations. Continuing 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. To learn more call (201) 939-7500 or view our career opportunity website at www.NorthJerseyRealEstateCareers.com. ”