ERA JUSTIN’S RELOCATION TIPS FOR KIDS

Beth Albanese and Sharon Robie focused sales professionals with ERA Justin Realty offer important relocation tips for kids. “ERA Justin Realty has been #1 in closed Rutherford transactions for the past 18 years. Many of the homes purchased, were done so with plans for their kids to begin the school year in a brand new location. Every year, one out of five American families move. One of the most important issues to them is explaining the news that they're moving and adjusting to their 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. Keeping them 'in the loop,' consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan will work wonders toward their adjustment.” Other factors depend on a child's age, Beth and Sharon 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 beforehand 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 and fears 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 unhappily to the move. 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 to 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.

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 opportunities to express their feelings about the move, and their anxieties about the new school, new friends and teachers. Try to find ways to address your own emotional needs and your stress load so that you appear available to the kids at times. Planning and organizing can help keep stress to a minimum. Different children have different needs, certainly, and all kids process stress differently. Share your feelings and encourage the kids to see the move as a family adventure. You're all in it together. You will all experience emotional ups and downs, and it's important that everyone understands how normal these feelings are. Acknowledge the emotions of moving. Looking ahead to the new house, new school, and new friends should shortly be an exciting experience.

Jennifer Darby Metzger, owner-broker 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 Realtor 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.” Additional information about ERA Justin Realty is available on our 1000's of homes websites at www.erajustin.com and www.erajustinrealty.com."

ERA Justin's Summer Relocation Tips for Kids 2018

ERA Justin's Summer Relocation Tips for Kids 2018 

Danielle Sette and Jessi Davidson active and focused sales professionals and Realtor agents with ERA Justin Realty offer important tips on Relocation Tips for kids. “Every year millions of families move. One of the most important issues for 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 mistakes we can make as adults is to assume that kids don't care or won't understand the details. Keeping them 'in the loop,' consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan will work wonders toward their adjustment.” Other factors depend on a child's age Danielle and Jessi 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 they can go to. If they take karate, or play soccer or baseball bring that information home. Even if the 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 concerned with 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.

1. Other tips for making the transition: 
2. Give young children an entertaining travel kit for the move. 
3. Give older children a diary for recording the trip and move. 
4. Give children of all ages a special address book and stationery set for keeping up with old friends. 
5. 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. 
6. Give children a chore to do, such as working on their room (younger), supervising little siblings (middle), and painting or arranging furniture (older kids). 
7. Take a break with the family as soon as possible to explore the museums, sights and recreation in your new city. 
8. Arrange a visit to new schools and a meeting with the teacher before the actual first day of attendance. 
9. Encourage the children to bring new friends home.

Share your feelings and encourage the kids to see the move as a family adventure. You're all in it together. You will all experience emotional ups and downs, and it's important that everyone understands how normal these feelings are. Acknowledge the emotions of moving. Looking ahead to the new house, new school, and new friends should shortly be an exciting experience.”

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 Realtor agents 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. Additional information about our firm is available on our 1000's of homes searching websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Glenn Elliot informs, "New Kid On The Block"

Moving is a major change for all members of a family. Adult responsibilities weigh positively when keeping track of all the tasks needed to make a move go smoothly. If you have children, this may be a new time to focus on their problems and also one of the most important times to keep their concerns in mind. 

Sometimes what seems like a major disruption to grownups is viewed as an adventure to the kids. Still, changing homes can also focus on feelings of uncertainty in the case of younger children. There are special concerns for these age groups.

According to ERA Justin Realtor agent, Glenn Elliot, “The most important thing a parent can do is maintain normal routines as much as possible, and when it isn’t possible, to let the kids know that concerns about a big life change is normal, too. Keep calm about the move yourself, and your children will be more likely to follow your lead. It is advisable to be open about what’s happening and how everyone feels about it, as it typically is a great adventure for them. 

This means keeping your kids in the loop at each stage of the move. They don’t have to get a vote, but it helps everyone for them to get increasingly use to the idea of this new change. Bring them along when you look at houses, make them familiar with the new area you’re moving to, and investigate its attractions including the athletic or extra-curricular offerings that appeal to your kids. 

Encourage your children to express any concerns and do what you can to reassure them. If you went through similar experiences as a child, you can share how you dealt with it, if it was easy, so much the better, and if it was uncertain, your children will know they’re not the only ones who have ever had to deal with change.

   

Try and arrange visits to the new school and meetings with the new teachers before the school year or semester starts. When you have more than one child, make bedroom assignments in the new house as soon as possible to avoid sibling strife. Comfort, privacy and age seniority are all issues of kid politics that it is sometimes easy for grownups to forget. 

Above all, be open and patient. If you pay the right attention, you will be letting your children know that with the move, the most important people in their life aren’t going anywhere.”

“There is a difference in real estate companies,” continued Elliot.  “Presenting consumer information, we believe, is in order to exceed sellers expectations of what ERA Justin Moving is a major change for all members of a family. Adult responsibilities weigh positively when keeping track of all the tasks needed to make a move go smoothly. If you have children, this may be a new time to focus on their problems and also one of the most important times to keep their concerns in mind. 

Sometimes what seems like a major disruption to grownups is viewed as an adventure to the kids. Still, changing homes can also focus on feelings of uncertainty in the case of younger children. There are special concerns for these age groups.

According to ERA Justin Realtor agent, Glenn Elliot, “The most important thing a parent can do is maintain normal routines as much as possible, and when it isn’t possible, to let the kids know that concerns about a big life change is normal, too. Keep calm about the move yourself, and your children will be more likely to follow your lead. It is advisable to be open about what’s happening and how everyone feels about it, as it typically is a great adventure for them. 

This means keeping your kids in the loop at each stage of the move. They don’t have to get a vote, but it helps everyone for them to get increasingly use to the idea of this new change. Bring them along when you look at houses, make them familiar with the new area you’re moving to, and investigate its attractions including the athletic or extra-curricular offerings that appeal to your kids. 

Encourage your children to express any concerns and do what you can to reassure them. If you went through similar experiences as a child, you can share how you dealt with it, if it was easy, so much the better, and if it was uncertain, your children will know they’re not the only ones who have ever had to deal with change.

   

Try and arrange visits to the new school and meetings with the new teachers before the school year or semester starts. When you have more than one child, make bedroom assignments in the new house as soon as possible to avoid sibling strife. Comfort, privacy and age seniority are all issues of kid politics that it is sometimes easy for grownups to forget. 

Above all, be open and patient. If you pay the right attention, you will be letting your children know that with the move, the most important people in their life aren’t going anywhere.”

“There is a difference in real estate companies,” continued Elliot.  “Presenting consumer information, we believe, is in order to exceed sellers expectations of what ERA Justin is about, and we don’t offer just the basics.  In that way we know that our sellers will hold us in the highest regard as we offer helpful information. 

ERA Justin offers Summer Relocation Tips for Kids

                                           

Fara Espandi, an active Realtor agent with ERA Justin Realty offers tips on Relocation for kids. “Every year millions of families 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. Keeping them 'in the loop,' consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan will work wonders toward their move.”  Other factors depend on a child's age, she continued:

“Preschool childrenKids 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 12Elementary 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 bring that information home.  Even if their favorite things to do is the park or the pizza parlor, find these places in your new neighborhood and get brochures, pictures or videos.

TeenagersTeenagers are most concerned with fitting in. They may concerned about 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.

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 thoughts about the new school, new friends, teachers, and leaving all that is familiar. Different children have different needs, certainly, and all kids process it differently. Share your feelings and encourage the kids to see the move as a family adventure. You will all experience the new adventure, and it's important that everyone understands how normal these feelings are. Looking ahead to the new house, new school, and new friends should shortly be an exciting experience.”

Fara 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 by phone, (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD". 

ERA Justin's Joana Iliescu offers Relocation Tips for Kids

ERA Justin's Joana Iliescu offers Relocation Tips for Kids

                                           

Joana Iliescu, an active and focused sales professional with ERA Justin Realty offers North Jersey Newspapers readers, important tips on Relocation for kids. “Every year millions of families 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. Keeping them 'in the loop,' consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan will work wonders toward their adjustment.”  Other factors depend on a child's age, she continued:

“Preschool childrenKids 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 12Elementary 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 he or she can go to. If they takes karate, or play soccer or baseball bring that information home.  Even if their favorite thing to do is the park or the pizza parlor, find these places in your new neighborhood and get brochures, pictures or videos.

TeenagersTeenagers 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.

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. You will all experience emotional ups and downs, and it's important that everyone understands how normal these feelings are. Acknowledge the emotions of moving. Looking ahead to the new house, new school, and new friends should shortly be an exciting experience.”

Joana 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. Additional information about our firm is available on our 1000's of homes searching websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA JUSTIN’S JOANA ILIESCU OFFERS SUMMER RELOCATION TIPS FOR KIDS

ERA JUSTIN’S JOANA ILIESCU OFFERS SUMMER RELOCATION TIPS FOR KIDS

                                     

With a Bachelor of Science degree in business management having worked in the hospitality industry in a management position and a focused sales professional with ERA Justin Realty, Joana  Iliescu offers important tips on Relocation for Kids. “During the past months of 2015 many homes were purchased with summer closings and plans for kids to begin a new school year in a brand new location.  Every year, many families 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. Keeping them 'in the loop,' consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan will work wonders toward their adjustment. Here are a few tips. ” said Joana.

 

“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 and fears 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 he/she can go to. If it's karate or soccer or baseball . . . even if its favorite things to do in 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.
5. Arrive well before the movers so kids can explore and become acquainted first.
6. Give children a chore to do, such as working on their room (younger), supervising little siblings (middle), and painting or arranging furniture (older kids).
7. Take a break with the family as soon as possible to explore the museums, sights and recreation in your new city.
8. Arrange a visit to new schools and a meeting with the teacher before the actual first day of attendance.
9. Encourage the children to bring new friends home.

 

Regardless of when you move, prepare your children well for the transition. By planning 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. Different children have different needs 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, and it's important that everyone understands how normal these feelings are. Looking ahead to the new house, new school, and new friends should shortly be an exciting experience.” concluded Joana.

 

Jennifer Darby, broker co-owner added, "Joana comes to ERA Justin Realty with years of purchase and sales real estate experience. She is a people-person and knows that strong business relationships will result in successful purchases and sales. We proudly boast, 'There is a difference in real estate companies.' Her career is based on commitment and trust and you will see a strong report with her first time, repeat and investment buyers and sellers."

 

Joana concluded, “This is an overview of how you may want to handle your move.  It is our pleasure to assist our 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.”  Additional information about ERA Justin Realty is available on their 1000's of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

                               

ERA Justin's Kristen Davis offers Summer Relocation Tips for Kids

ERA Justin Realty's Kristen Davis, whose full time focus is serving the needs of buyers and sellers in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties takes a moment to share thoughts about the kids and their feelings when Mom and Dad move to the new home.

ERA Justin's Kristen Davis offers Summer Relocation Tips for Kids

Kristen Davis, an active and focused sales professional with ERA Justin Realty offers South Bergenite readers, important tips on Relocation for kids. “Every year millions of families 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. Keeping them 'in the loop,' consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan will work wonders toward their adjustment.” Other factors depend on a child's age, she continued:

“Preschool childrenKids 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 12Elementary 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 bring that information home. 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.

TeenagersTeenagers 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.

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. You will all experience emotional ups and downs, and it's important that everyone understands how normal these feelings are. Acknowledge the emotions of moving. Looking ahead to the new house, new school, and new friends should shortly be an exciting experience.”

Davis 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. Additional information about our firm is available on our 1000's of homes searching websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA Justin's Kristen Davis offers Summer Relocation Tips for Kids

"ERA Justin Realty clients are my focus,” words of sales professional Kristen Davis. She is well recognized throughout Bergen County and has been part of their team for nearly ten years transferring from a local Century-21 firm. Kristen offers summer relocation tips for kids.

ERA Justin's Kristen Davis offers Summer Relocation Tips for Kids

                                           

Kristen Davis, an active and focused sales professional with ERA Justin Realty offers South Bergenite readers, important tips on Relocation for kids. “Every year millions of families 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. Keeping them 'in the loop,' consulting them about choices whenever possible, and including them in the family game plan will work wonders toward their adjustment.”  Other factors depend on a child's age, she 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 bring that information home.  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.

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. You will all experience emotional ups and downs, and it's important that everyone understands how normal these feelings are. Acknowledge the emotions of moving. Looking ahead to the new house, new school, and new friends should shortly be an exciting experience.”

Davis 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.  Additional information about our firm is available on our 1000's of homes searching websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

New Kid On The Block

Daniel Jones, ERA Justin Realtor salesperson is an active full time teammate.  His focus is on residential first-time and repeat buyers and sellers. With the active Spring market in place, he presents information about moving with children.

ERA Justin Realty Daniel Jones Report: New Kid On The Block

Moving during Spring 2013 can be a major change for all members of a family. Adult responsibilities are busy times when keeping track of all the tasks needed to make a move go smoothly. If you have children, this may be an important time to focus and keep their move in mind.

Sometimes what seems like a major disruption to grownups is viewed as an adventure to the kids. Still, changing homes can also change feelings of stability (in the case of younger children) and belonging (in the case of teens). These are special concerns for these age groups.

According to ERA Justin Realtor salesperson Daniel Jones, “The most important thing a parent can do is maintain positive routines as much as possible, to let the kids know that a big life change is normal, too. Try to keep calm about the move yourself, and your children will be more likely to follow your lead. It is advisable to be open about what’s happening and how everyone is  excited about the move.

This means keeping your kids in the loop at each stage of the move. They don’t have to get a vote, but it helps everyone for them to get increasingly use to the idea of this change. Bring them along when you look at houses, make them familiar with the new area you’re moving to, and investigate its attractions (including the athletic or extra-curricular offerings that appeal to your kids). Exploring some of this on the Internet is a good way to relate your relocation to an activity they already enjoy.

Encourage your children to express any worries, and do what you can to reassure them. If you went through similar experiences as a child, you can share how you dealt with it, if it was easy, so much the better, and if it was hard, your children will know they're not the only ones who have ever had to deal with change.  

 

Minimizing transitions and heading off family concerns are each essential to a smooth move with children. Try and arrange visits to the new school and meetings with the new teachers before the school year or semester starts. When you have more than one child, make bedroom assignments in the new house as soon as possible to avoid sibling strife (comfort, privacy and age seniority are all issues of kid politics that it is sometimes easy for grownups to forget).

Above all, be open and patient. If you pay the right attention, you will be letting your children know that, move or no move, the most important people in their life aren't going anywhere alone.”

“There is a difference in real estate companies,” continued Jones.  “ERA Justin Realty has been your trusted name in real estate since 1950. Presenting consumer information, we believe, is in order to exceed buyers and sellers expectations of what ERA Justin Realty is about, and we don’t offer just the basics.    In that way, we know that we will be  held in the highest regard.  Hundreds have put their thoughts in writing with their reviews of our services.  We have on file for the asking, ‘What people are saying’ our report of over 700 reviews and testimonials from our sellers and buyers.  No other area real estate firm offers that.  Are we proud?  Absolutely!”

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA Commitment to Excellence Award, only eleven from ERA offices with approximately 30,000 brokers and agents. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

 All of the ERA Justin Realty full service Realtor salespersons and brokers 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 winning search websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.