Downsizing Your Home

It’s not unusual to downsize to a smaller home at one point or another. Whether you’ve decided to eliminate debt from your life, or an empty nester looking for fewer maintenance requirements, or are just simply wanting a small space, one thing is inevitable when it’s time to downsize: You will have to get rid of some of your stuff. This is somewhat bittersweet, but you get a chance to go through all of your belongings and determine what truly needs to make the trip to your new destination in life.

Mary Iannaccone, Sales Associate at ERA Justin Realty, shares some tips for downsizing. “Being an experienced Real Estate Agent for many years, I’ve worked with many families wanting to downsize. I tell them all the same thing: ‘People often look around at everything that's taking up space in their homes and feel discouraged. But if you take it in little bites, downsizing is manageable. Commit to 15 minutes a day for sorting: clean out one drawer in your desk; go through your handbags; toss outdated food and spices in your pantry.” A little bit goes a long way and gives you the motivation to keep going.

List it or Leave it
The first step to downsizing is to make a list of the things you absolutely need. Items that don’t make the cut shouldn’t come to your new house. It is important to do this at least three to four months prior to the move to ensure you have an ample amount of time to go through your items and think about whether or not you need them.

Sort and Sell
Once you have determined the things not coming to your new house, you can start getting rid of them. This can be a difficult task, as your items will have different values and varying degrees of wear and tear. Grab three boxes and label them for selling, donating, or throwing out.

Compare New Rooms with Current Rooms that Have Similar Dimensions
It can be hard to determine how much room you will actually have when downsizing. Get the dimensions of each room in your new house and compare it to rooms in your current house that have similar dimensions. This gives you the opportunity to see what kind of space you’re working with, and more importantly, what furniture will fit in your new downsized home.

De-Clutter Your Kitchenware
If you are an empty nester, there is truly no need for ten mixing bowls and seven spatulas when you move into your new house. Narrow down your bowls, plates, forks, and spoons to reasonable amounts.

Target the Garage
Depending on the kind of home you’re downsizing to, you may not need a lot of the items in the garage. For instance, if your new condo handles lawn maintenance and snow removal, you can get rid of the shovels, lawn mower, and possibly even the ladder. Determine what tasks will be taken over by someone else when you make the move and sell any equipment you no longer need.

Downsizing your home can be an emotional task. "We endow things with meaning. That's why they become important to us. But if everything is important, then nothing is special," says Iannaccone. Try to select just a few prized pieces to use, wear or keep and donate the rest. "Your heart can never be too full, but your house can be," Mary continues. Follow these tips to de-clutter and reorganize your belongings as you head into a new chapter in your life.

To help you downsize to the next property in your life, contact Mary, or any of our experienced real estate agents. We are your area’s Full Service & Experienced Real Estate Company for over 50 years. Call 201.939.7500.

ERA Justin Realty Home Protection Plans Help To Avoid Money Pit

ERA Justin Realty's June Incorvaia whose lifetime career has been serving buyers and sellers throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties gives tips on avoiding the real estate money pit.

ERA Justin Realty Home Protection Plans Help To Avoid Money Pit

Everyone has his or her own "house story." The Sheffields' saga began just days after they moved into their new home and continued throughout the first year. The pool pump broke, the built-in vacuum stopped working, and most devastating, the air conditioning system ceased operating on the first day of the summer heat wave. Thereafter, the Sheffield home was nicknamed  "The Money Pit." 

Fortunately, the Sheffields' had the forethought to purchase a home protection plan from their ERA Realtor, which covered all or some of the costs of repairing or replacing the broken home components.

June Incorvaia ERA Justin Realtor salesperson said, “The Sheffields’ story repeats itself thousands of times a day across the country.  It is for that reason that ERA Justin Realty has the ERA Home Protection Plan program available for both our Buyers and Sellers.”

Incorvaia continued, “A home protection plan safeguards a Buyer or Seller from unexpected expenses when covered mechanical items break down. The ERA Buyer Protection Plan and Seller Protection Plan are fully administered and provide replacement coverage as well as comprehensive repair of major mechanical systems and appliances such as air conditioning, heating and electrical systems, interior plumbing, built-in appliances, water heaters and more, subject to a small deductible per service call.

For Sellers, a home protection plan adds interest to their home sale and protects them at a time when they would rather not make major investments in their property. It has been reported that on average, homes listed with a warranty sell more rapidly than homes listed without a home warranty. The ERA Protection Plan goes one step further by covering the Seller for up to six months provided that the Seller agrees to purchase the plan at a nominal fee for the Buyer. It's a win-win situation for the Seller having protection in place while the house is on the market for sale.

For Buyers in New Jersey, the ERA Protection Plan provides coverage generally for a year after the purchase on resale homes. Ask to see the most current home protection plan coverage agreement as it is subject to conditions, but comprehensive in scope for Buyers and Sellers.

If one considers that the most costly purchase in life is generally one's house, a home protection plan is a small price to pay for peace of mind and to insure oneself against the unexpected.

“There is a difference in real estate companies, and our ERA Protection Plans are perfect examples. We ask Buyers and Sellers to compare.  We believe that in order to exceed expectations of what a real estate consultant 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,” she added.

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2012 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’,  from  2,600 ERA real estate firms all across the nation. 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 1000s of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY’S BEST MARKETING TOOLS ARE GOOD AGENTS

 Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker co-owner provides valued information to area sellers regarding the sale of their house. A market leader in area real estate for 45 years, Darby explains the missteps taken by many sellers.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY’S BEST MARKETING TOOLS ARE GOOD AGENTS

Always chatter, chatter, chatter in the media about real estate upward swings, sideways swings and downward swings. Add to the mix the national media from California touting ''prices increasing" and communities thousands of miles away will believe it means their community.  They find a real estate agent who does not educate his seller about the local market, takes the overpriced listing and the seller becomes disillusioned with the industry and the agent when the house does not sell. In fact, this impacts those trained agents who work diligently to educate their potential sellers, repeated thousands of times nationally each day. By the end of each day, its natural for a homeowner to be confused and dismayed. The seller will possibly lose six months of valued time watching properly priced real estate sell while their house remains unsold and the listing then expires, only to once again begin the process.

"Your best marketing tool when selling your house is a good real estate firm and agent," suggests Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty Co. broker of record and co-owner. "And, since no one knows your home better than you, the choice should be obvious. But there is so much more to selling a home than simply putting a For Sale sign in the front yard.  There are reasons why some agents seem to do so well. They work diligently, pay attention to detail, educate their sellers as to market pricing, exacting marketing conditions and are available at all times. They also use all the tools at their disposal, including extensive training, knowledge of the industry and neighborhoods and marketing expertise. A good licensed agent knows what needs to be done and when, and is aware of the potential pitfalls in this very important decision.

Gone are the days when an agent could be successful by simply putting a sign in the yard, making a few phone calls and having a nice smile. Changes in technology have made an impact in the way your property can be marketed. Today's real estate professional has so many more options available, and the smart agent knows how to use them. They combine the traditional tried and true marketing efforts with today's technology to better serve you and represent your needs to a greater group of potential buyers. They know how important it is to have a qualified purchaser who is pre-approved for mortgage financing before bringing a potential contract to their seller. Beyond that, an aggressive marketing plan needs to be created. A front yard sign and placement on several Multiple Listing Services are important, but eMarketing plays an increasingly larger role in finding the right buyer.”

ERA Justin Realty has been a trusted name in real estate since 1950, creating many thousands of real estate transactions in Bergen, Passaic, Essex  and Hudson counties.  Using effective websites, such as www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com can allow an agent to put your listing on the Internet for the world to see. This is in addition to another menu of Internet websites that ERA Justin listings use in their marketing. This is a much more efficient way to market to a greater viewing audience whom you are not able to reach by sending out post cards or making phone calls. With photos of the inside and outside of your home and virtual tours, buyers can explore before calling for an appointment. The websites can also link buyers to on-line calculators, mortgage companies, general property search features, neighborhood and school searches, plus other valuable information that can allow them to see assets of your home. And this information is available anytime, anywhere. You no longer have to sit around hoping for a phone call or someone seeing your ad in the paper. You and your agent are open for business 24 hours daily, seven days a week.

Today's agent also has the capability of emailing photos of your property anywhere in the world, - great for potential out-of-town buyers. Messages sent via email or through a website can automatically trigger a cell phone, keeping your agent in constant contact. Instead of waiting for someone to drive down your street and see your sign, you now have the world at your fingertips. With so many houses on the market, it's wise to choose a sophisticated and high tech agent who can assertively promote your home. The odds are greater that your property will sell faster and at a higher price."

There is a difference in real estate companies, and ERA Justin Realty is always focused on the newest technologies. The firm asks Buyers and Sellers to compare. The firm offers over 700 written reviews of their services to sellers and buyers, available to be seen each day. Their philosophy includes exceeding expectations of what a real estate agent is about. They don’t offer just real estate basics, they are as comprehensive as possible.  In that way they know that their buyers and sellers will hold them in the highest regard.

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003- 2012 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, as a premier real estate firm from nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and agents. Their ERA Justin Realty full service real estate 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.

ERA Justin Reports On Recommended Work Before Selling

ERA Justin Realtor Michelle Korosy offers a report on recommended work before selling.  ERA Justin Realty serving Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties since 1950 has generated many thousands of successful real estate transactions. Korosy is an integral part of the real estate team who serves the firm's buyers and sellers.

 

ERA Justin Reports On Recommended Work Before Selling

Sellers often order pre-sale inspection reports. This inevitably raises the question of how much, if any, of the recommended work should be done before selling.  Ideally, any defect that would be hazardous to buyers who preview the property during the sale process should be corrected. An example is a trip hazard that might cause someone to fall. In addition, to maximize your return from the sale, you should repair defects that adversely affect how the property looks.

Michelle Korosy, an ERA Justin Realtor said, “First impressions are important. So, if the fence or porch portions are rotted and look shabby, you might want to repair them. If the exterior paint is peeling, repainting is in order if the budget allows. You get positive results when you repair a defect and improve appearance by doing so.  For example, let's say that the wood pest (also known as termite) inspector finds damage under the vinyl covering in a bathroom. If the vinyl is worn and outdated, you'll do better on the sale if you replace the floor covering with new covering. In the course of doing this, the damaged wood can be repaired. The result is that the house shows better and a defect is eliminated--two benefits for the price of one.

You certainly can't be expected to rebuild your home in order to sell it. Nor is this a sensible thing to do economically. As an example, take a house that had a deck that looked okay and wasn't unsafe. But there was dry rot damage scattered throughout the deck. The only way to repair the deck was to replace it. It would be difficult to get the job done in the timeframe in which the seller wanted to sell.  The deck was old and no longer met current code requirements. It would have had to be redesigned. So the seller decided to leave the deck as it was and disclose that the deck needed to be replaced. The future owners could have the new deck designed to meet their needs at a later date. Upfront disclosure is better than surprises during the sale process.

When structural elements are in need of repair and you haven't the time or money to repair them, it's a good idea to get repair estimates and make these estimates available to prospective buyers before they make an offer. This way, you're in control of the process and can find reliable contractors or engineers who will give you reasonable and not exorbitant estimates.

It can be unsettling to a buyer to discover that the roof is in poor condition or the foundation needs work. Most buyers will have no idea how much it will cost to make repairs. Fear of the unknown makes people anxious, which isn't a good frame of mind for someone who's trying to decide whether to buy your home."

Ron Darby Broker added, “At ERA Justin Realty the words, ‘There is a difference in real estate companies’ is more than a phrase.  We live it every day.  Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, a firm from approximately 30,000 ERA brokers and agents nationally. Ask to see our written report of over 700 reviews of our company from our buyers and sellers. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.” 

All of the ERA Justin Realty full service 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 and (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional cutting-edge real estate technology information awaits you at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.  For a rewarding real estate career visit www.NorthJerseyRealEstateCareers.com.

ERA Justin Realtors have processed thousands of real estate transactions as strong area leaders since opening their doors in 1950.  Collectively they have over 250 years of real estate knowledge and experience to share with their buyers and sellers.

ERA Justin Realty Achieves Dreams for Buyers and Sellers

and Share Collective Realtor Knowledge

How many careers exist today that involves helping people achieve their lifelong dream.  According to broker owners Ron Darby, Jennifer Darby Metzer and Carol Darby, coaches and management team to their staff,  “Our ERA Justin Realty sales professionals make dreams come true every day. Imagine how satisfied they feel every time they help a buyer find a home.  They feel as rewarded today as they did when first entering real estate, some many decades ago, through their association with ERA Justin Realty.”

According to Cathy Vick with the firm for nearly 30 years, "Since 1950 ERA Justin Realty has been on the cutting edge of top service to the community, both in listings and sales as well as their participation in charitable events." 

Our slogan, There is a difference in real estate companies carries a strong message, as our management and Realtors at our firm work to exceed buyer and seller expectations.  We prove it each day when one looks at our awards, activities, successful sales and our charitable events, all listed on our website, www.ERAJustin.com," added 20 year veteran Glenn Elliot.

Grace Tirrito with ERA Justin Realty for approximately 16 years said, "I entered the real estate field because I wanted to work with people, earn an income and have a schedule that would meet my family's needs. What I discovered along the way was that in real estate you are your own success and that you get out what you put into your work, in the form of personal satisfaction and compensation. My business is based on going the extra distance for my buyers and sellers each day throughout each year.”

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Jennifer Darby Metzger added, “Other Realtor professionals with our firm achieving up to 15 years include Carol Calamari, Fara Espandi, John Boguszewski, June Incorvaia, Kristen Davis, Michelle Korosy, Peggy McLaughlin and Rosemarie Zembryski. Those achieving up to 5 years include Al Rottini, Adrian Tridel, Dan Weiner, Ed Bulger, Justin Fung, Karen Kelly, Ligia Gerges, Mary Iannaccone, Sal Macri, Soila Columbe and Terry Mertens. Repeat and referral business is a mainstay of our firm.  Throughout these decades all of our sales professionals have built a solid base of buyers and sellers as well as their children and grand children. Their production records speaks clearly.  Collectively they have approximately 250 years of real estate knowledge and experience to share. Their success history is well told. Letters of recommendation are on file at our office and are all available when you call upon them to fulfill your real estate needs.  They work to perform above your expectations.”

All 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.  Read more about their sales professionals and view 1000's of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com.”  

 

Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence' premier award. We were selected from the vast 30,000 global ERA agent base," said 16 year career Realtor, Ilene Harpuder.  

Real Estate Broker Ron Darby Celebrates 30 Years with ERA Justin Realty Co.

ERA Justin Realtor professionals put real estate on-hold for a 30th anniversary celebration luncheon to honor Broker Ron Darby for his decades of leadership at ERA Justin Realty Co.  Clockwise from front: Ron Darby, Carol Darby, June Incorvaia, Gene Amsel, Ilene Harpuder, Kristen Davis, Grace Tirrito, Ligia Gerges, Karen Kelly, Mary Iannaccone, Justin Fung, Fara Espandi, Carol Calamari, Justine Slater, Michelle Korosy, Al Rottini, Cathy Vick, Glenn Elliot, Peggy McLaughlin, John Boguszewski, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Rosemarie Zembryski, Adrian Tridel, Ed Bulger and Sal Macri

Real Estate Broker Ron Darby Celebrates 30 Years with ERA Justin Realty Co.

Reflecting, Ron Darby, Broker, never thought he would be completing his 45th year in the real estate industry, 30 years at the helm of  ERA Justin Realty and 28 years with ERA, a leading global real estate brand.

Those at the firm gathered for a celebration luncheon, putting their real estate activities on-hold to honor their Broker for his leadership, innovative marketing for their sellers and buyers and always being there for them.

"Time flies when you do what you always enjoy, with focus on our buyers, sellers and our Realtors, working with each one to assist for their success.  I hardly count the years. Reflecting, I do remember the days I studied for my salesperson and then my broker licensing. Seems like yesterday, though it's now thousands of transactions later. We've certainly grown and it's because of the dedication of our wonderful Realtor teammates who focus with me and my business associates, Carol Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger," said Ron.

“ERA Justin Realty is highly driven by the knowledge and experience of our business platform. Everything we do is designed with the universal goal of expanding that knowledge base through a series of innovative tools, programs and resources that will help deliver true value and make it easier for us to better serve today’s consumers. We are building a smarter business community; we all achieve more when we share knowledge and work together,” added Carol Darby.

Jennifer concluded, "All of our firm’s Realtor agents can be reached at either of our two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500.   Also view 1000’s of homes at our website at www.ERAJustin.com or www.ERAJustinRealty.com."

                                 

                             

ERA Justin Realty Receives Little League Championship Softball Trophy

Delaney Manning, Jennifer Netelkos, George Netelkos, Ron Darby, Bernie Hurlburt, Elizabeth Hurlburt and Dennis Stafford joined together for the presentation of the girls Little League 2011 Championship Trophy to ERA Justin Realty. After the presentation, it was off to Rutherford's Memorial Field for their first game of 2012.

ERA Justin Realty Receives Little League Championship Softball Trophy

With excitement, ERA Justin Realty proudly received the 2011 Little League Championship trophy for the team's winning effort throughout the season. Those presenting included team members, Delaney Manning, Jennifer Netelkos, Elizabeth Hurlburt  and coaches, George Netelkos, Bernie Hurlburt, and Dennis Stafford. Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner accepted the championship trophy and immediately placed in the office window where it is prominently displayed.

Just prior, the new 2012 teams began the season with a parade through Rutherford leading to Memorial Field for their first games of this season.

Flashback to spring 2011, ERA Justin Realty was approached to be a sponsor of a Rutherford Little League girls softball team. Without hesitation the answer was a resounding yes, never realizing that the team would be honored as the champs for the season.

Ron said, “Girls softball was long overdue as there had never been girls Little League in Rutherford. This was to be the start of something wonderful for our town. And at the end of the first season it was proven to be a big success with many wonderful girls Little League teams sponsored by many of our outstanding area business leaders. ERA Justin Realty’s girls Little League was on its way, our team was formed, the excitement began and in a blink it is now the 2012 second season.”

The ERA Justin Realty team became the first Rutherford Little League Softball Major Division Champions ever. ERA Justin Realty has offered strong thanks to the Rutherford Little League, Rutherford Recreation Department, and the Softball Committee for their efforts in making 2011 and 2012 successful seasons for all of the girl Little League players.

The coaches added, “We are very proud of how well the girls play and their show of true team effort throughout the seasons, while having fun."

Ron concluded, “At ERA Justin Realty the words, ‘There is a difference in real estate companies’ is more than a phrase. We believe strongly in community and our sponsorship of our team is exceptionally rewarding. Because of our support of community activities and our charitable contributions we proudly received the prestigious ERA worldwide 2003-2011 Commitment to Excellence Award.”

Readers who would like to add their congratulations can direct them to ERA Justin Realty at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  More about the team can be viewed at http://www.erajustin.com/ in community news.

ERA Justin's Cathy Vick Achieves "Beyond Excellence" Award and Offers Timely Tips

Cathy Vick, ERA Justin Realtor professional and a strong market leader throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties was selected to receive the ERA Beyond Excellence Award. She is also a certified relocation specialist and short-sale/foreclosure specialist. She sets the tone for many other Realtors within the towns she serves.

 ERA JUSTIN’S CATHY VICK ACHIEVES

“BEYOND EXCELLENCE” AWARD AND OFFERS TIMELY TIPS

 “ERA Justin Realtor Cathy Vick has been recognized as a ‘Beyond Excellence’ achiever for 2011. She exceeded thresholds set by ERA Real Estate Franchise systems, a global leader, for individual production in listings taken and sales to earn the distinction. She was also cited for outstanding service to ERA Justin Realty and the communities which she serves. Cathy has set a benchmark for all members of our listing and sales team,” stated, Broker, Ron Darby.

Cathy added, "With summer rapidly approaching and with Open House weekends in place, Cathy also offers timely tips in getting those closets ready for the sale of your house. “For many, we hardly want to think about closets, but the day is nearing, hour by hour. When your Realtor arranges for an open house or appointment, you will no doubt make sure everything is tidy and clean. The dishes are put away, beds made, litter box cleaned. But, what about your closets?   Storage is a number one priority with home buyers. They want to make sure they have a place to put their stuff. Will your closets prove to be a selling point?



You will find yourself agonizing over many decisions, but be brutal. The rule is, if you haven't worn it for 2 years, toss it. If it is a gift that Aunt Emma gave you 5 years ago and something you will never use, get rid of it. (Just don't tell Aunt Emma.) Pretend you are moving to smaller quarters, whether you are or not, and you can only take the things you truly love. If you are having trouble, enlist the help of a friend who can be relentless. Think about your lifestyle as you are making these choices. Maybe your former employment was in an office and you needed to wear suits every day. Your current employment is a more casual job and your attire now reflects this attitude. Keep your favorite two suits and donate the others to your favorite charity. Retain clothing that works for your current way of living, not how you used to live. It is not going to go away by itself, so take time to tackle it head on and get organized. Allow lots of time for this task. You probably won't be able to get through it in a day or even a weekend. Remember, it took you a long time to accumulate these items. You might want to tackle this chore in chunks of time, allowing a few weekends to get totally through the process. Ready? Here's how it goes. You get a phone call. You have a house showing is in a few minutes, so you toss everything into the closets, toys, coats and whatever. When they leave, you swear you will get to it tomorrow. Sometimes, tomorrow never comes. After a while, it becomes hard to close the door and you do not remember what is in there. It is now time to de-clutter and de-stress.

Place everything in piles: (1) Keepers; (2) Maybes or Yard Sale; and (3) Donations. It might also help to obtain some of the organized storage available for closets. These are especially useful for those small items such as ties and belts. Everything will be neater and you will be able to find things quicker. We can help arrange your garage sale for the Muscular Dystrophy Association Summer Camp for kids. We fundraise each year for the kids.


Most of us are drowning in paper. When you start sorting through paperwork, promise yourself to handle each piece only once. Papers that belong to other family members should be sorted and then handed over to that individual. Control newspaper and magazine pile-up by vowing to discard each issue by the time the next one arrives. On Sunday, Saturday's paper goes out whether or not it has been read. The same thing goes for magazines. Some offices or charities are happy to have them, especially hospital waiting rooms. As for regular bills, they can be organized with a portable file box.” Ron concluded, “ERA Justin Realty received the prestigious world-wide 2003 through 2011‘ERA Commitment to Excellence Award’, globally.”Toys and seasonal items are a little more difficult. If the kids have outgrown those old skates, pass them down to a friend. Holiday decorations can tug at your heartstrings, but if they are broken or no longer hold their luster, out they should go.  If you cannot bear to part with them, pack them in a storage box. By the time the de-cluttering is finished you should have room left over. Books, toys and clothing that are going to a charity should be boxed up or placed in plastic bags. If you are considering a yard sale, try to tag as you go along. 

Cathy and 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 1000s of homes at their websites at http://www.erajustin.com/ and www.ERAJustinRealty.com

ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS CONSUMER ANSWERS GUIDE

Ilene Harpuder, ERA Justin Realtor professional offers the answers to real estate questions for buyers and sellers. A full-time career professional, Ilene is continually referred because of her focus to detail as required in each real estate transaction. Her outreach covers Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties.

 

ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS CONSUMER ANSWERS GUIDE

“ERA Justin Realty is making available to the public a valuable resource to help consumers with their most frequently asked questions about buying and selling a home. ANSWERS®, ERA's real estate reference guide provides ‘plain English’ explanations to help consumers feel more comfortable about the home buying and selling process,” stated  million dollar sales producer, Ilene Harpuder a career Realtor professional with ERA Justin Realty.

The ANSWERS® guide is based on over 90 of the questions that ERA Brokers hear most frequently. According to Ilene,  "The ANSWERS® guide takes the most important things that we have learned over the years helping customers, and organizes it to help consumers feel more confident about home buying and selling.

ANSWERS® is available to consumers free of charge on our website at www.ERAJustin.com.

You will also find a user-friendly search feature for locating local houses as well as houses throughout New Jersey. We can also locate real estate opportunities for you all across the nation."

Both current and new homeowners will find sound advice, inside tips and honest answers to a multitude of questions about the real estate process in the ANSWERS® on-line guide. It contains sections on home selling, buying, financing and maintenance, and includes questions such as what makes a house sell, when is the best time to list a house for sale, is there any seasonality to the market, and what's the difference between fair market value and asking price. In addition, the guide includes a glossary of important real estate terms.

Ilene added, “At ERA Justin Realty the words, ‘There is a difference in real estate companies’ is more than a phrase.  We live it every day.  Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003-2010 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award.' Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. For these reasons and others, ERA Justin Realty has been selected by thousands of buyers and sellers as their Realtor of choice, since 1950.” 

Just a click away at www.ERAJustin.com the ANSWERS® guide will come into view and assist you with your real estate questions. From there, you will have the option to view our featured homes or 1000’s of homes and view backgrounds on all of our firm's Realtor professionals.

All of the ERA Justin Realty full service sales team can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. 

Welcome To ERA Justin Realty's New Blog

Welcome to ERA Justin Realty's new blog, the Northern New Jersey and Meadowlands Real Estate Blog. Here you will find interesting information on the Northern New Jersey area with an emphisis on area real estate topics and general information about the area and about ERA Justin Realty and our staff. We hope that you find it informative.