To Remodel or Not to Remodel in Today's 2012 Real Estate Markets - Suggestions by ERA Justin's Albert "Al" Rottini

ERA  Justin Realtor professional Albert "Al" Rottini offers suggestions on renovations vs. buying in the current real estate market. Al services buyers and sellers throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties.

 To Remodel or Not to Remodel in Today's 2012 Real Estate Markets

Suggestions by ERA Justin's Albert "Al" Rottini

Sometimes the house that was once your dream home is challenged by the changing realities in your life as well as modifying real estate values. Then it’s time to decide whether to change the house you're in, or just change houses.

Your family may not be the same one that originally moved in – kids arrive, or people start to work more at home, and the house suddenly seems smaller or unsuited to new needs. Or maybe your new-home search has just been taking too long, and you've decided to try and make your current one “new” instead. These choices should be given serious considerations in the current economy. Current real estate values may strongly dictate a new purchase rather than extensive renovations.

This is a major undertaking that calls for serious consideration before moving forward. Are you so happy with your current neighborhood that you'd like to do as much as possible to avoid moving, or are you ready for a change of area? Can your family take the strain, and your business the disruption, of a project that will demand a significant shift of routine and even displacement of living arrangements?

There are practical considerations to add to these emotional and financial ones. You'll want to find out if the changes you have in mind are compatible with local planning, zoning and building rules. And you'll want to consult with designers and architects as to the feasibility – and approximate cost – of those changes. A related and crucial consideration is the future value of your house for resale if you remodel but still later wish to move. This is important because increasing your home’s resale value through renovation is not necessarily a given that you will retrieve those expenses at time of the sale.

According to ERA Justin Realtor professional, Albert "Al" Rottini, having a vast business background of thirty years in residential construction, "The reason is not just that remodeling can compromise a home’s aesthetics and efficiency – though this is a significant concern; rather than buying another home to suit new needs, remaking one forces you to work around existing systems (such as plumbing) and can lead to eccentric and unwieldy spaces. The consequences of the renovation working “too well” could be equally disadvantageous to you: a house that is much bigger than others near it, or otherwise uncommon in its neighborhood, can disrupt its location and be priced beyond what anyone looking in that area is willing to pay.

To make sure all of your domestic dreams are good ones, do some planning and consider consulting an ERA Justin Realtor professional who can make suggestions from architect and contractor referrals to suggestions on what renovations, if any, might be right for your market. We provide for potential sellers, at no cost or obligation, a comprehensive comparative market analysis (CMA) which will substantiate facts and figures you need to make good business decisions."

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence' Award, selected from approximately 30,000 ERA real estate agents globally. Additionally their 'Real Estate Results in Writing' written 700 buyer and seller testimonials suggest reasons why ERA Justin Realty has been a buying and selling Realtor of choice for thousands.

For more information consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realtor professionals at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By phone at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional real estate information is also available at the firms 1000's of homes website at www.ERAJustin.com and http://www.erajustinrealty.com/.

 

ERA Justin Realty's Jennifer Darby ATTENDS EXCLUSIVE ERA® YOUNG LEADERS NETWORK

Young Leader's from across the ERA nation joined together at an exclusive event to implement innovate programs for their respective real estate firms.  Pictured: Peter F. Hunt, Hunt Real Estate ERA; Gus Grizzard, ERA Tom Grizzard, Inc.; Greg Buchanan, ERA Select Real Estate; Julie Dawson-Williams, ERA Dawson & Bradford; Tom DeWine, ERA Colonial Real Estate; Melissa Cate-Franks, ERA Tom Grizzard, Inc.; Jeff Taylor, ERA Key Real Estate; Stephanie Bellanova, ERA Central Realty Group; Jennifer Darby-Metzger, ERA Justin Realty; Michael Gonzalez, ERA Evergreen Real Estate Company; Kristy Gonzalez, ERA Evergreen Real Estate Company; Hannah Soffel, ERA Team VP Real Estate; Bryan Neubauer, ERA Neubauer Real Estate; Melody Bohrer, ERA Franchise Systems LLC; Tony Lombardo, ERA Franchise Systems LLC; Christy Torian, ERA Franchise Systems LLC; Charles Hunt, Hunt Real Estate ERA; Kyle Beil, Hunt Real Estate ERA.

Collaborative Education Day For Real Estate Leaders

ERA Justin Realty's Jennifer DArby 

ATTENDS EXCLUSIVE ERA^® YOUNG LEADERS NETWORK

Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker co-owner  of ERA Justin Realty, and charter member of the ERA^® Young Leaders Network, recently attended an exclusive education event hosted by HUNT Real Estate ERA, in Buffalo, N.Y.

Jennifer was joined by 13 fellow charter members who traveled from across the country to attend the day-long event to review leadership tactics as well as share best practices from their respective companies. ERA’s Young Leader Jennifer Darby was handpicked by the ERA global brand’s senior leadership team for her innovative management role at her firm.

She was chosen as a member for her business accomplishments including broker, New Jersey license law state instructor and many awards and certifications. “This event provided an incredible opportunity for me to learn from a highly successful brokerage in the ERA system and to network with like-minded colleagues,” she said. “I took away a lot of innovative ideas that I plan to implement in my own company.”

“This exclusive event at Hunt Real Estate ERA brought together the next generation of ERA leaders and is an example of the ERA culture of collaboration,” said Melody Bohrer, senior vice president of broker services and operations, ERA Franchise Systems LLC. “As the real estate broker population ages, it’s important to plan and prepare the leaders of tomorrow.”

The ERA Young Leader’s Network launched earlier this year as a dynamic group of engaged and collaborative professionals, predominately seek to share challenges and formulate business solutions, as well as grow together in leadership strengths.

“We were honored to have been chosen to attend this event and to be involved with others nationwide to develop the leaders of the future by sharing some of the strategies and programs that are successful by those who are part the experience,” said Jennifer. “It’s important to focus on what our next generation of company leaders can bring to real estate, because we are poised to bring the industry forward as the markets dictate.”

“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,” concluded Jennifer.

 "Jennifier and the firm’s 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.   Also view 1000’s of homes at our website at www.ERAJustin.com or www.ERAJustinRealty.com."

ERA JUSTIN REALTY NAMED TO ERA PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker and Co-owner of ERA Justin Realty reviews details of their recent ERA "Top-100" ranking from approximately 30,000 brokers and agents nationally and globally. The firm, since opening its doors in 1950, has generated multi-thousands of area transactions.

               

ERA JUSTIN REALTY NAMED TO ERA PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

AS A "TOP 100" REAL ESTATE FIRM NATIONWIDE

 

 ERA Justin Realty with Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue, Rutherford, New Jersey has again been awarded as a "Top-100" ERA Real Estate affiliate at the recent ERA International Business Conference in New Orleans.

     This achievement places ERA Justin Realty in an elite group of ERA members with a ranking from approximately 30,000 brokers and agents within the ERA real estate affiliates, nationally and globally. This ranking to ERA Justin Realty is significant as they compete in the rankings with multi-office ERA firms nationwide, some firms having dozens of office locations. Their ranking, based upon annual sales production puts ERA Justin Realty in a continuing award category as they have received the "Top-100" ranking for many consecutive years. As part of their award, they are recognized for  their annual Rutherford  closed transaction production.  The firm is noted for closing more annual Rutherford transactions than other area firms, and are recognized as a real estate market leader and a Realtor of choice with multi-thousands of closed sales transactions since the firm's beginnings in 1950.

     ERA Real Estate President and CEO Charlie Young, said, "President’s Circle members epitomize professionalism and excellence in real estate. Through its dedication, ERA Justin Realty leads our local real estate market by providing its clients with the most comprehensive products, services and

the multi-thousands of transactions having been generated by the firm and it's outstanding Realtor sales staff.

   “ERA Justin Realty truly exemplifies dedication to hard work and customer satisfaction.  Our commitment to making the process of buying or selling a home a positive experience for our customers is the secret of the ERA Justin Realty success,” remarked Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker/Co-owner.  She continued,  “By using the latest ERA real estate products and services, our Realtor professionals and staff continues to provide excellent customer service, and this award recognizes our achievement.”

   The firm has on file for review over 700 printed buyer and seller testimonials as part of their What People are Saying, program from customer satisfaction letters, cards and surveys received at ERA Justin Realty.

     ERA Justin Realty’s staff  can be reached daily at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588, (201) 438-SOLD and view thousands of homes at their website,  www.ERAJustin.com.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY TEAM ATTENDS ERA TOP GUN ACADEMY

ERA Justin Realtor professionals committed their time and energy to attend the intense eight week ERA Top Gun training academy. Pictured is Al Rottini, Ligia Gerges, Jennifer Darby Broker, Adrian Tridel, Sal Macri, Ron Darby Broker, Karen Kelly, Ilene Harpuder and Cathy Vick. June Incorvaia, not pictured.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY TEAM ATTENDS ERA TOP GUN ACADEMY

Intense Eight Week Training To Be ERA Justin's Best-Of-The-Best

Rutherford:  Eight dedicated ERA Justin Realtor professionals had accepted a major challenge by enrolling in the ERA Top-Gun Training Academy.  Cathy Vick, Ilene Harpuder, Adrian Tridel, Al Rottini, Ligia Gerges, Sal Macri, Karen Kelly and June Incorvaia  have the acquired requirements to attend the ERA Top Gun Training Academy, an advanced eight-week training course for fine-tuning their already successful skills for servicing their buyers and sellers.

Each ERA Top Gun session introduces new techniques to help the ERA Justin Realty sales team and other participants be more productive in their real estate markets.  Understanding sellers and buyers needs and learning ways to provide exceptional service is the focus of the course.  During the eight weeks, ERA sales associates from all areas of New Jersey are attending the Academy, but only the best-of-the-best will achieve top team status, and as past statistics show, ERA Justin Realty sales associates have historically achieved top honors.

Ron Darby, ERA Broker and Co-owner said, “We are very fortunate to be able to be part of the academy this year, as ERA Top Gun is taught every four years in New Jersey with this training taught by the national director of training. It's a rare opportunity for us. Those attending experience a higher level of productivity due to increasing skill development in areas needed to be an effective real estate professional in today’s ever-changing real estate market.  The Top Gun Academy is just one of the ways that ERA Justin Realty offers its Realtor professionals continuing real estate education.  Through continued emphasis on professionalism, we ensure that we have the tools and training required to effectively serve the real estate needs of our clients and customers. We strive to exceed buyer and seller expectations each day."

ERA Justin Realty, a 62 year old real estate market leader is celebrating its 28^th anniversary with ERA real estate, and have been recognized as a Top-100 ERA real estate firm from all ERA firms worldwide.  They have also been honored with the 2003-2011 prestigious ERA Commitment to Excellence Award, one of seven ERA real estate firms to receive it from the entire worldwide ERA network.  Full details of their accomplishments can be read at their 1000’s of homes website at www.ERAJustin.com.

They maintain two Rutherford office locations at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By phone, the Top Gun graduates can be reached at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 and (201) 438-SOLD.