How Much Home Can You Afford?

How Much Home Can You Afford?

When looking for a new home,  the first question most people ask is -- how much can I afford?  But price is just one of the things that impacts the purchase -- it’s important to also look at the overall coast in the long run.   A major factor determining this is your mortgage rate.

“Mortgage rates play a huge factor in determining how much you can afford to pay.  Today’s low rates are off-setting rising home prices, because it’s less expensive to borrow money,” explains Lee Shilare, a REALTOR with ERA Justin Realty.  “The lower your interest rate the more you can save over the life of your home loan.”

According to Mortgage News Daily, home ownership is the most affordable it’s been since 2016.  Those shopping for a home can afford 10 percent more home than they could have one year ago while keeping their monthly payment unchanged.   This translates into nearly $32,000 more buying power.

How To Determine What You Can Afford

“Key factors in calculating affordability are  your monthly income; cash reserves to cover your down payment and closing costs; your monthly expenses;  and your credit profile,” says Lee.

Income –  your salary any/or returns from investments. Your income helps establish a baseline for what you can afford to pay every month.

Cash reserves – Savings, investments or other sources you can use for a down payment and closing costs.

Debt and expenses – credit cards, car payments, student loans, groceries, utilities, insurance, etc.

Credit profile – Your credit score plus the amount of debt you owe are influential in how much money a lender will approve you to borrow and the mortgage interest rate you’ll earn. 

Bottom Line

When purchasing a home, it’s important to think about the overall cost, not just the price of the house. Homes on your wish list may be more affordable today than you think. Call 201-939-7500 to connect with Lee or any of our knowledgeable agents At ERA Justin Realty to discuss your long term homeownership goals and determine your own price affordability range.  

Selling Your House: Here’s Why You Need A Pro In Your Corner!

Selling Your House: Here’s Why You Need A Pro In Your Corner!

With home prices on the rise and strong buyer demand, some sellers may be unsuccessfully tempted to try to sell their homes on their own rather than using the services of a real estate professional.
Real estate agents are trained and experienced in negotiations while, in most cases, the seller is not. Sellers must realize that their ability to negotiate will determine whether or not they get the best deal for themselves and their families.
Here is a list of some of the people with whom the seller must be prepared to negotiate if they decide to sell by Owner (FSBO):

• The buyer, who wants the best deal possible
• The buyer’s agent, who solely represents the best interests of the buyer
• The buyer’s attorney in many parts of the country
• The home inspection companies, which work for the buyer and will almost always find some problems.
• The termite company, if there are challenges
• The buyer’s lender, if the structure of the mortgage requires the sellers’ participation
• The appraiser, if there is a question of value
• The title company, if there are challenges with certificates of occupancy (CO) or other permits
• The town or municipality, if you need to get the CO permits mentioned above
• The buyer’s buyer, in case there are challenges with the house your buyer is selling

Lee Schilare, ERA Justin Realtor said, "The percentage of sellers who have hired real estate agents to sell their homes increases steadily. In fact, ERA Justin Realty has been #1 in closed Rutherford transactions for the past 18 consecutive years. Let’s get together to discuss all that we can do to make the process of selling your house easier for you.

If you are thinking of selling your home in the near future and want to know for how much it could sell, then you may contact a real estate sales professional at our firm and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine its fair market value,” recommends Jennifer Darby, owner-broker with the firm."

To get an estimate of the fair market value, a homeowner can call the ERA Justin Realty sales team and ask for a Comparative Market Analysis, a service which is provided free of charge and without obligation.

"In conducting a CMA, our ERA Justin 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 market has done to the price of his or her home, and will provide a realistic figure of the home's fair market value. Within the past years, real estate values have escalated. If a home is then put on the market, our sales professionals will use the CMA to help the homeowner establish a selling marketing program," added Lee.

ERA Real Estate has been awarded ‘Highest Satisfaction for First and Second Time Home Buyers Among Full-Service Real Estate Firms'. For these reasons, ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

For more information on CMAs, consumers can reach Lee and 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, and the firm's meet and greet Hoboken location. Additional real estate information is also available at the firms 1000's of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com

ERA Justin Realty's 2019 Five Star Professionals

ERA Justin Realty's 2019 Five Star Professionals

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

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

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

The Five Star Professionals research team conducts market research to define and promote professional excellence in the industry we serve and assists consumers in selecting service professionals based on objective research tailored to the real estate profession.

For upcoming Spring 2019, our winners will be pleased to provide a current market price analysis of your home at no cost or obligation. The report features current homes on the market, homes that have sold and closed and details as to the current value of your home. It will also give specifics as to what a seller may do to make it more marketable. Invite them in, it will be rewarding for your sales process.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY 2018 LEADERSHIP CIRCLE ACHIEVERS

2018 was a successful real estate year with affordable sales prices for qualified buyers.  The ERA Justin Realty staff of Realtor agents have worked diligently with sellers and buyers to continue to be a strong real estate agents and brokers throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Essex and Ocean Counties and being the #1 office in Rutherford closed transactions for 18 consecutive years; statistics provided by the New Jersey MLS.

Ask the ERA Justin Realty 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th  quarter award achievers, how important is proper house pricing and the answer you will hear over and over is realistically. Ask any of these Leadership Circle achievers who will provide a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) and you will receive the answers to your real estate questions.  They include Michelle Korosy, Joana Iliescu, Julia Dagistanli, Lee Schilare, Jennifer Sullivan, Fara Espandi, Peggy McLaughlin and Carol Calamari.

 Ron Darby, Broker stated, “If you are thinking of selling your house and want to know realistic pricing, you may contact one of our Realtor sales agents and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine its fair market value. Our service is provided free of charge and without obligation.  In conducting a CMA, we have access to a wide array of information, such as databases containing recent listing and selling prices of similar homes in the neighborhoods, and how long these houses took to sell. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner reach a realistic  fair market value.  When the house is put on the market we will use the CMA to help the homeowner establish a selling marketing program. The CMA information is helpful in determining the market value of the house and the right asking price. In the end, however, the homeowner should decide on a price that he or she feels is competitive and consistent with the prices other houses in the area have sold.  Our CMA report for our sellers is truly comprehensive. Complete with color photos and detailed information, it makes pricing easier for those planning a sale. Truly, there is a difference in real estate companies, and our details will make the difference. We ask buyers and sellers to compare.  We believe that in order to exceed expectations of what ERA Justin Realty is about, we don’t offer just real estate basics, we are as comprehensive as possible.  In that way, we know that our buyers and sellers will hold us all in the highest regard.  Proof of our abilities for our clients and customers shows in these fine award achievers being honored.”

For more information, consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realty sales team at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue and our Hoboken Meet and Greet location. By phone at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional real estate information is also available at the firms 1000's of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY LEADERSHIP CIRCLE THIRD QUARTER 2018

ERA JUSTIN REALTY LEADERSHIP CIRCLE THIRD QUARTER 2018

In addition to being Leadership Circle achievers throughout the third quarter of 2018, Lee Schilare, Jennifer Sullivan, Julia Dagistanli, Carol D. Calamari, Michelle Korosy, Joana Iliescu, and Fara Espandi all know the secrets to real estate success.  It takes dedication from these sales professionals who are part of the ERA Justin Realty success team.  They are focused on exceeding the needs of their sellers and buyers.

They also offer their knowledge to readers on a variety of topics. These articles are available in North Jersey's newspapers: The South Bergenite and The Record, including, Moving And How It Affects Children, How Renters Can Become Buyers, Dollar For Dollar Return On Renovations, Empty Nesters And Returning Children, Avoiding The Money Pit, as well as other timely articles. As a market leader, ERA Justin Realty continues as a "Top-100" ERA firm serving Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, and Essex counties. They continue to grow their firm since opening their doors in 1950. These Realtors and their Broker-Owners Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger are always busy advising homeowners on topics that aid them in making sound real estate decisions regarding their homes.

They said, “If you are thinking of selling your house in the near future and want to know how much it could sell for, then you should contact one of our achievers 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. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner reach a realistic figure of fair market value, deciding on a price that is competitive and consistent with prices other houses in the area have sold. 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 believe that in order to exceed expectations of what ERA Justin Realty is about, we must offer more than just real estate basics, we are to be as comprehensive as possible. Proof of our abilities for our clients and customers is reflected in these fine award winner's achievements.  Our sellers have put their reviews in writing. We have them on file, for the asking, ‘What people are saying’ with our report of over 1,000 quotes and reviews from our sellers and buyers.  No other area real estate firm can offer that.”

ERA Justin Realty Shows How To Save More Than Energy: The Cost-Efficient Home

 ERA Justin Realty Shows How To Save More Than Energy: The Cost-Efficient Home

The energy-efficient home is moving from the horizons of futuristic planners to the agenda of current homeowners, another in a series of articles from ERA Justin Realty, the company that shows their Buyers and Sellers, “There is a difference in real estate companies.”

Libra 'Lee' Schilare and Danny Simone a leading real estate team with the firm, offered, “It’s not so much a matter of newer technologies, though alternate energy sources like solar and geothermal are making considerable inroads in the modern home. It’s more a matter of improvements on very familiar furnishings and appliances.   Simply put, these options save by losing less.

It may be well worth it to give your home an efficiency upgrade. First, what needs fixing. To identify problem areas, contact a qualified professional and get an energy audit of your home. Some upgrades are simple and less expensive. For example, one common problem is insulation. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says that proper ceiling insulation alone can reduce your heating bill by as much as 20 percent. Other energy draining can be solved by replacing old fixtures with more modern and efficient models. Windows, doors and skylights equipped with sealed double or triple panes also reduce heating and cooling costs, and are features for which utility companies often offer rebates. 

The EPA notes that air leakage from gaps in your home’s structure, holes for plumbing and wiring, for instance, accounts for 25 to 40 percent of the energy a common home uses for heating and cooling. Similar troubles come from inadequately sealed duct joints and otherwise inefficient, older heating and cooling systems. All can be repaired or replaced.

Even conventional systems such as ventilation can release enough heat from your home to cost a fortune in unnecessary bills. Upgrading these systems can pay for itself, and later pay off as an attractive resale value when possible buyers of your home want to benefit from this form of savings. 

And when you’re ready to go from finding the problem to fixing it, the government doesn’t just supply the bad news, it provides some solutions, as well. The EPA’s Energy Star rating has appeared on numerous products, identifying efficient appliances and other home furnishings that enable vast savings. Energy Star central air conditioners can save possibly 20 percent on cooling bills. 

Studies have shown the resale advantages of homes with lower energy costs. Look for such solutions, and buyers will be more likely to look into your home. Your utility bills, Energy Star fact sheets and other documentation can be attractive proof to present to prospective buyers.

In the short term, you can save on some of these improvements even as they may enhance your home’s value. In addition to offering expert advice and home-selling solutions, real estate brands such as ERA Real Estate, feature the Select Services network of national and local vendors with leading household products.

Consult an ERA Justin Realtor agent on how to navigate the options and opportunities available for the energy-conscious homeowner. Your investment in the future can have many returns right in the present.”

Lee continued, “We are pleased to offer our ongoing consumer articles in North Jersey Newspapers. Truly, there is a difference in real estate companies, and our articles and our ERA Home Protection Plans are additional examples. 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’ from ERA real estate, selected from 2,600 offices globally. 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 Among Full Service Real Estate Firms.’ Award. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

The ERA Justin Realty full service real estate consultants 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 website at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA Justin Realty Participates in Kip Center Holiday Festival

ERA Justin Realty's Rosemarie Zembryski, Lee Schilare and Cathy Vick put the finishing touches on their Kip Center Charlie Brown's Karaoke Christmas submission to assist in their fundraising activities.

 

ERA Justin Realty Participates in Kip Center Holiday Festival

 

Rutherford:  It was just fall, but within a wink and a blink a chill is now in the air, the malls are all decked out with holiday displays, shoppers are out and about and it’s also beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Rutherford’s Kip Center, the areas recreation and nutritional citizen center, where area residents enjoy daily activities and lunch programs. Holiday trees, decorative wreaths have brought much cheer to the Kip Center located at 55 Kip Avenue for its annual Festival of Trees and Wreaths, as well as much needed donations.

 

Holiday displays abound with participants who were as busy as holiday elves getting ready for the upcoming Kip Center drawing, when dozens of decorated trees and wreaths will be given to winners through their annual holiday drawing. The event helps raise needed donations used to fund the varied activities at the center.

 

Assisting in creating holiday cheer with the 2015 ERA Justin Realty Charlie Brown's Karaoke Christmas  are Realtor salespersons Rosemarie Zembryski, Lee Schilare and Cathy Vick who are the firm’s coordinators for the 2015 charitable event and recently presented the unique Charlie Brown theme  designed with special selected Karaoke Grand Piano, distinctive Christmas Tree and much love.

 

They said, "Our submission is our effort to help make a difference for the Kip Center and our community. In order to reach a wide range of individuals and spread our spirit, we dedicate our time to a wide range of charities. We feel that one person making a difference to another can lead to many people making a difference in society. We all have the opportunity to help create positive change. You might not be able to change the entire world, but at least you can change a small part of it, for someone. Our focus is to help bring financial benefits to the Kip Center seniors. We’re happy to report that our past entries have been cited by the Kip Center as ‘Most Creative In the Business Category,’ for past years and ERA Justin Realty again is hopeful for mention in 2015.

 

Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty broker co-owner said,  "Tis the season for giving. By helping the Kip Center raise money with ERA Justin Realty’s donation of our holiday wreath and others you are helping that one or many in the community. Stop by the Kip Center for a chance to win!  It's always a win-win situation locally and you will be helping our area seniors immensely. Contact the Kip Center for details on their charitable drawing."

 

 You may read about the firm’s fundraising activities and more at their websites, www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com, or phone any of their Realtor salespersons at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD if you would like to assist in their ongoing fundraising activities.

Daniel Danny Simone and Libra Lee Schilare Expand Investment Division at ERA Justin Realty

Daniel Danny Simone and Libra Lee Schilare  Expand
Investment Division at ERA Justin Realty

 

Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby Broker Co-owners of  ERA Justin Realty in conjunction with Danny Simone and Lee Schilare are expanding the company's investment division.  Both coming from a strong listing and sales background at Century-21 Eudan Realty as a team, Simone said, "We are eager to continue our ever-growing career with ERA Justin Realty and expand the investment division with my business partner Lee Schilare."

 

Schilare added, "With twenty plus years of real estate experience, specializing with sellers and buyers, my ability to guide them through the process from beginning to closing is my dedicated process.  We always work to exceed expectations be it a purchase, sale, brand new construction or one of our many investment opportunities."

 

Darby offered, "It is our belief that people do not want to be sold something. What people want is for someone to help guide them to make a well informed decision. As professionals, it is Danny and Lee's purpose to share their knowledge and experience as they continue to expand our investment division. As your trusted Realtor agent, it is their goal to serve you within their excellent partnership team."

 

Metzger added, "There are many types of real estate: Industrial - These are manufacturing buildings and property, as well as warehouses. The buildings can be used for research, production, storage and distribution of goods. This is sometimes considered commercial real estate, even though the zoning, construction and sales are handled differently. Land - This not only includes vacant land but also working farms and ranches. There are several specialties within vacant land, including undeveloped, early development or reuse, subdivision and site assembly. Residential - This includes both new construction and resale homes including condominiums, coops, townhouses, duplexes and vacation homes. Commercial Real Estate - This includes shopping centers and strip malls, hotels and offices plus medical and educational buildings. Apartment buildings are often considered commercial, even though they are used for residences, because they are owned by businesses to produce income." 

 

Continuing, Simone stated, “I am always looking forward to meeting new buyers and sellers and offer my knowledge and work ethic to accomplish their goals. Schilare continued, “My successful business background with strong customer service and my determination to exceed buyer and seller needs prove successful at the completion of each real estate transaction. Danny and I chose to be with ERA Justin Realty because of its sixty-five plus years of success and a professional and welcoming office team.  They are a long time area real estate firm with thousands of satisfied customers and clients."

 

Metzger concluded, "There is a difference in real estate companies. Attending on-going advanced training, seminars, round-table discussions with industry leaders and focus groups are what we continually do at our firm. We believe, in order to exceed seller’s expectations of what a real estate agent is about, we don’t learn just the basics. We want to learn, know and teach much more than is ever expected of us. In that way, we know that our buyers and sellers will hold us in the highest regard. Danny and Lee are an important part of this process as we expand our industrial division."

 

ERA Justin Realty  buyers and sellers have put their thoughts of the company in writing. They have on file for review, Real Estate Results In Writing their report of nearly 800 reviews from satisfied sellers and buyers.

 

Danny Simone and Lee Schilare and all of the ERA Justin Realty full service real estate 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. Also view 1000's of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA Justin Realtors Send Youngsters to MDA Summer Camp

Since 1955, MDA has built bridges and knocked down barriers for youngsters with neuromuscular diseases by providing an unforgettable week at MDA summer camp, in part this summer through the efforts of the ERA Justin Realty teammates who are pictured and others, Glenn Elliot, Michelle Korosy, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Lee Schilare, Danny Simone and Ron Darby. All were recently invited to attend the MDA VIP Summer Camp day to be with the kids.

Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner and ERA MDA Chairman for New Jersey for sixteen years said, “It has been the focus of our entire staff of agents to raise tax deductible donations to send as many children to MDA summer camp as possible. We reached out to all of the business firms and individuals we transact business with throughout the year to send in their donations large and small.  Donations were pooled in an effort to send children to the  MDA summer camp for a week.  In the past we had focused on raising funds for MDA research, but we now focus to give these children an immediate positive experience.  Due to the untiring efforts of our staff and those who donated, the MDA youngsters are enjoying a week in the country in a structured environment to fit their abilities.

Our ERA Justin Realty team of over 30 never stopped until our summer goal for our MDA youngsters was met. Additionally, we chair the ERA Brokers of  NJ fundraising. In total, by year end we hope to achieve collective totals approaching $25,000.

Each year MDA supports nearly 90 summer camps across the country. Whether in Alaska or Hawaii, in California or New Jersey, at MDA camp barriers simply don’t exist. A child with a disability can just be a child among friends. MDA camp is a magical place offering a wide range of activities specially designed for young people who have limited mobility or use wheelchairs. MDA camp programs, although structured, are conducted in a relaxed atmosphere that gives campers an unmatched opportunity to develop lifelong friendships, share interests and build self-confidence. Activities range from outdoor sports such as swimming, boating, baseball and horseback riding to less physically demanding programs like arts and crafts and talent shows. Thousands of youngsters attend MDA camp each year at no cost to their families.

Be a volunteer or a sponsor by sending your tax deductible check made payable to MDA and mail it to MDA c/o ERA Justin Realty Co., 118 Jackson Avenue, Rutherford, New Jersey 07070.  The firm is now continuing their MDA Summer Camp fundraising activities, preparing for next year.  If you have questions on this great program for the kids, call us at (201) 939-7500.

To reach the ERA Justin Realty team with questions about being part of the MDA team or with real estate questions, they can be reached at their Rutherford office at 118 Jackson Avenue, Rutherford, NJ. 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

Libera Lee Schilare Joins the ERA Justin Realty team of Sales Professionals

Libera Lee Schilare Joins the ERA Justin Realty team of Sales Professionals

Rutherford:  Coming from a real estate background as a past owner of Century-21 Schilare Realty and a top agent with Century-21 Eudan Realty, Lee Schilare has transferred to the ERA Justin Realty family where her focus will continue to grow, meet and exceed the needs of her buyers and sellers.

With twenty plus year of real estate experience, specializing with home sellers and first time and repeat buyers, her ability to guide them through the home process from beginning to closing is her dedicated process.  She is always working to exceed their expectations be it a resale or brand new construction.

 Lee stated, "It was time to transfer ERA Justin Realty, a firm committed to helping buyers and sellers achieve their housing goals with a team of highly committed professional agents. So very important are the broker owners whose commitment to me is to continually assist in enhancing my already thriving business with their knowledge and successful products and services." 

 “Knowing Lee and her focused work ethics, she is a natural fit at ERA Justin Realty,” said ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner, Jennifer Darby.  She continued, “Our relationship began with Lee many years ago dealing regularly with her on real estate transactions. She resided in Rutherford for 28 years and now Carlstadt for over two years. Lee has four children. Patrick married to Stephanie, Brandon married to Jacqueline with one child and Gia who resides in Delaware and Britney who resides in Baltimore.

Lee continued, “My successful business background with strong customer service and my determination to exceed buyer and seller needs prove successful at the completion of each real estate transaction. With so many real estate firms to choose from, I chose ERA Justin Realty because of its sixty-five plus years of success and warm and welcoming office team.  They are a long time area real estate firm with thousands of satisfied customers and clients.  They are community focused with involvement in many charitable causes and events which I look forward to being part of. Charitable causes are part my being and I was proudly named Woman of the Year for my services at the  55 Kip Senior Center. ”

Jennifer concluded, “We are pleased to have Lee with us.  Her real estate knowledge will aid our entire sales team and her buyers and sellers will continue to discover that she is reliable, responsible and understanding of their needs. She was also inducted into the NAPW, National Association of Professional Women for outstanding excellence and dedication to her profession and the overall achievement of women.

Lee and our team at ERA Justin Realty stand ready to serve you.  Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide Commitment to Excellence Award. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty and Lee should be your buying and selling Realtor firm of choice.”

All of the 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. View 1000's of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.