ERA Justin Realty's 2016 Five Star Professionals Cited by New Jersey Monthly Magazine

Kristen Davis, Michelle Korosy, Adrian Tridel, Julia Dagistanli and Carol D. Calamari, ERA Justin Realtor salespersons have been selected as New Jersey Monthly Magazine Five Star Professionals for delivering outstanding service and client satisfaction to the communities they serve throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Countie

ERA Justin Realty's 2016 Five Star ProfessionalsCited by New Jersey Monthly Magazine

Bergen County, New Jersey:  Focus for clients and customers are the force that motivates the staff of active Realtor salespersons at ERA Justin Realty.  In fact, the firm tracks 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. Five of its agents have been cited as 2016 New Jersey Five Star Home Professionals by New Jersey Monthly Magazine.

Five Star Professional partnered with New Jersey Monthly Magazine to identify real estate professionals in the New Jersey area who 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 on-line respondents rated their service professional on 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 one sales agent awarded in New Jersey Monthly Magazine, but to have five salespersons awarded, those honors are incredible.  We are so very proud of Kristen Davis, Michelle Korosy, Adrian Tridel, Julia Dagistanli and Carol D. Calamari,  for their efforts, service to their buyers and sellers and the communities they serve throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties."

Continuing, Darby said, "Throughout each year we proudly present our ERA Leadership Circle Award  to those teammates who focus and exceed the expectations of their sellers and buyers.  Those fine professionals who are currently awarded have also earned this accolade and were also awarded with their teammates for the elite Circle of Light for Community Service Award presented at the ERA global business conference in Los Angeles, California.   For our sellers and buyers, ERA Justin Realty has compiled our What People Are Saying presentation of nearly 800 testimonials and reviews regarding our services.  A copy is available for review for the asking."

For Spring 2016 any of their salespersons 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 value of your home.  The analysis will focus on a 2016 market value for the spring and beyond.   It will also give details on the specifics of your home and what a seller may do to make it more marketable. Invite them in, it will be well rewarding for your sales process.

All of the  ERA Justin Realty Five Star Professionals can be reached at either of their 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. 

ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS NATIONWIDE RELOCATION SERVICES

 ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS NATIONWIDE RELOCATION SERVICES

Michelle Korosy and Adrian Tridel, a Leadership Circle sales team with ERA-Justin Realty shares the firm’s relocation services with North Jersey Newspapers readers.  “In today's real estate market, nearly half of all homebuyers relocate from out of town. Whether moving across the country or just across the state, relocating to a new community can be a unique experience for everyone in a family. With corporate transfers, company down sizing and moves to meet family needs on the rise, relocation services have expanded their scope.” 

Michelle stated, “ERA-Justin Realty created a market niche for itself as a relocation specialist, when ERA Real Estate was the only company to electronically transfer listings to relocating buyers and sellers as part of the ERA national network. Since then the Internet connecting all ERA Real Estate firms globally continues to link and make buyer and seller relocation a seamless procedure.

Adrian added, "This type of cutting edge technology helped to establish and maintain the company's reputation as a technology leader in the real estate industry. Today, ERA-Justin Realty, a top-100 ERA firm continues to serve the needs of transferees by training its sales agents on how to best serve this special market and direct relocations for their clients, in conjunction with extensive home buying information on their 1000's of homes websites, www.ERAJustin.com andwww.ERAJustinRealty.com."

To help buyers who are relocating determine the general area in which they would like to live, ERA's  national website, www.ERA.com  features multi-thousands of home listings and allows users to research detailed information about those communities. Buyers can learn about the styles of homes in an area and how much house their money can buy in different neighborhoods. "Finding a highly qualified, knowledgeable, local Realtor who knows the area can simplify the process of relocating, and having staff that lives in the area and knows the nuances of the community is very important. We will gladly refer you to the right ERA agent and ERA company at your destination location. 

Our agent professionals begin by interviewing transferees about the community from which they are moving in order to find out what they liked best about that community and what qualities they value, so that we can recommend a community which encompasses these qualities," Michelle added.

Working with both incoming buyers and local corporations in need of relocation services for their employees, corporations like the products that a quality and full-service real estate company like ERA-Justin Realty has to offer, coupled with their high level of customer service, which they, as an independently owned and operated company can provide. Many home sellers, recognizing the benefits that ERA Justin Realty has to offer in relocation services list their homes with the firm for greater showing exposure. They like the fact that their home with many color photos, videos and details are exposed worldwide through many Internet sites.

Adrian concluded, “Call or visit us and we will be pleased to provide answers to your relocation questions.  ERA Justin Realty has received the prestigious worldwide Commitment to Excellence award.  Our sales professionals can be reached at either of our Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. We are just a phone call away, and always here for you.”

ERA Justin Realty: Tips on Dressing and Pricing Your House For Strong Showings

Adrian Tridel and Michelle Korosy, two top teammates and real estate working partners at ERA Justin Realty share tips on first impressions as well as information for pricing your house correctly when readying for a sale.

ERA Justin Realty: Tips on Dressing and Pricing Your House For Strong Showings

As important a landmark as buying a home is in people’s lives, you’d be surprised at how much of it can turn on snap decisions. If you’re selling a house you’ll have to put careful thought into customers’ first impressions, because many sales will be made or lost before they reach the front door – or as soon as they walk through it.  Michelle Korosy and Adrian Tridel, two top teammates and real estate working partners share tips as well as information for pricing your house correctly when readying for a sale.

ERA Justin Realty’s Korosy offers a menu of possible ‘first impression’ areas that an owner may want to consider. “First consider curb appeal – the feeling customers get from the upkeep of the house and grounds, and how comfortable this makes them imagining themselves as a resident. You want to do everything you can to make them see your house as their house, both outside and in.  A new paint job is an investment that could be considered if it more than pays for itself, and neat landscaping – trimmed shrubs, new flowers – puts your prospective buyers in just the right frame of mind. Inside, kitchens and bathrooms should be in sparkling condition – these rooms are known to be what makes up many home-seekers’ minds. Removal of odors like pet smells and smoke will lessen distractions for customers you want focusing on your home’s possibilities, and clearing of clutter is crucial."

Tridel added, "The less belongings you have crowding your rooms and closets, the bigger the home will appear, and the easier it will be for potential buyers to envision placing their own possessions there. Put some things in storage if you need to, or hold a garage sale to help cut down on some of the build-up you were going to clear out for moving anyway. For buyers picturing themselves in your home, it’s also good to present the house in as general taste as possible – personal memorabilia, collectibles, and eccentric wall colors and furnishings should go out with the clutter. Repainting rooms in a neutral white also helps convey the sense of spaciousness.  Clean windows, fresh flowers, and other small details with big impact – they’re what you want to remember. From major improvements to subtle touches that tip the scales in your favor, the features of a house that we often take for granted can be the ones that determine your home selling success. According to the National Association of Realtors^®, curb appeal alone accounts for half of all home sales.”

Korosy continued, “A little effort now saves you a lengthy process later. First impressions will expedite the sale and securing the services of a qualified Realtor^® will make it all the surer. One of our ERA Justin Realty real estate professionals can guide you in all the above matters and more, from supplying a checklist of presentation tips, to recommending affordable painting contractors from his or her industry connections, to helping you rearrange the furniture. Whatever it takes, we can give you confidence that, for some buyer soon, the showing of your home will be love at first sight.  We also will provide a current home market analysis  (CMA) with information in determining the true value of a house and the right asking price. In the end, however, the homeowner should decide on a price that he or she feels is competitive and consistent with the price at which other houses in the area have sold. Our CMA report for our Sellers is truly comprehensive in all aspects.  Complete with color photos and detailed information, it make pricing easier for those planning a sale.  Truly, there is a difference in real estate companies, and our details will make the difference. We ask Buyers and Sellers to compare.  We believe that in order to exceed expectations of what ERA Justin Realty is about, we don’t offer just real estate basics, we try to be as comprehensive as possible.  In that way, we know that our Buyers and Sellers will hold us all in the highest regard.”

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide  ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, selected from all ERA real estate firms.  All across the nation, 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 and Sellers 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 and dressing your house for a good showing, consumers can reach the ERA Justin Realty sales team at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue or 57 Park Avenue. By phone at(201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional real estate information is also available at the firms 1000's of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA Justin Realty's Five Star Professionals Cited by New Jersey Monthly

Michelle Korosy, Carol D. Calamari, Adrian Tridel, Julia Dagistanli and Kristen Davis, ERA Justin Realtor salespersons have been selected as Five Star Professionals in New Jersey Monthly Magazine for delivering outstanding service and client satisfaction to the communities they serve throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties.

 

               ERA Justin Realty's Five Star Professionals Cited by New Jersey Monthly

Bergen County, New Jersey:  Focus for clients and customers are the force that motivates the staff of active Realtor professionals at ERA Justin Realty.  In fact, the firm tracks 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. Five of its agents have been cited as 2015 New Jersey Five Star Professionals as published in New Jersey Monthly Magazine.

Five Star Professional partnered with New Jersey Monthly Magazine to identify real estate professionals in the New Jersey area who 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 on-line respondents rated their service professional on 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 one sales agent awarded inNorth Jersey Monthly Magazine, but to have five sales agents awarded, with honors is incredible over and over five-fold.  We are so very proud of  Michelle Korosy, Carol D. Calamari, Adrian Tridel, Julia Dagistanli and Kristen Davis for their efforts, service to their buyers and sellers and the communities they serve throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties."

Continuing, Darby said, "Throughout each year we proudly present our ERA Leadership Circle Award  to those teammates who focus and exceed the expectations of their sellers and buyers.  These fine professionals who are currently awarded have also earned this accolade and are also winners with their teammates for the elite Circle of Light for Community Service Awardwhich was awarded at the ERA global business conference in Los Angeles, California.  

For their sellers and buyers, ERA Justin Realty has compiled their What People Are Saying presentation of nearly 800 testimonials and reviews regarding their services.  A copy is available for review for the asking. 

Darby concluded, "For Spring 2015 any of our sales agents 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 value of your home.  The analysis will focus on a 2015 market value for this spring and beyond.   It will also give details on the specifics of your home and what a seller may do to make it more marketable. Invite them in, it will be well rewarding for your sales process.”

All of our agents can be reached at either of their 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.comand www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY SUGGESTIONS FOR A SMOOTH SAILING PURCHASE

 

 

ERA Justin Realty's Adrian Tridel a full service Realtor agent with the firm brings forth valued information for first-time buyers entering the real estate market and needing to locate the desired community, correct style and amenities that meet their needs.

 

           ERA JUSTIN REALTY SUGGESTIONS FOR A SMOOTH SAILING PURCHASE

 

If you are contemplating the purchase of your first home, congratulations! As you probably know, buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments you can make. It is also a process filled with emotion and excitement. To help keep you sleeping soundly, here are answers to three big questions that concern many potential first-time homebuyers, answered by ERA Justin Realtor agent, Adrian Tridel.

 

“Question #1: How do you decide what to look for in a home?  It’s easier than you think. Sit yourself down and list what’s important to you in a home. The purchase of every home involves making tradeoffs, so be sure to prioritize your list. One element is architectural style. Do you prefer a Colonial, a Cape Cod or a modern look? An important factor to consider is living space. How much room do you need right now, and to meet anticipated needs?  Make a list of features that must be a part of your home. Perhaps that Olympic-size pool and tennis court can be put off for another day, but you may absolutely need an eat-in kitchen now! It’s all a matter of your taste and personal style.

 

Question #2: Where should you begin the search?  That old real estate adage about ‘location, location, location’ aside, choosing where to live is usually determined by your personal circumstances and desires. Do you have a particular community, or even a particular block, in mind? What is it about the location of your new home that is most important to you? Do you prefer an urban, suburban or rural setting? Consider proximity to work, schools, shopping, entertainment and houses of worship. Once you've narrowed your list of potential candidates, the Internet can be an excellent tool for learning what a particular community has to offer.  We offer two search winning websites at www.ERAJustin.com andwww.ERAJustinRealty.com where you can view all of our listings with descriptions, extras offered, as well as our 1000’s of homes section where you can literally view thousands of homes currently on the market.

 

Question #3: How can you find financing that makes sense?  Homes have seldom been more affordable. Interest rates are lower than we've seen in decades. Innovative financing plans are available to fit a broad range of needs. Still, the last thing you want to do is start out in your first home saddled with an uncomfortable level of debt. Seeking the advice of a professional who can give you the information on financing options that match your qualifications is a big step in the right direction.  Once you've narrowed your search, talk to one of our ERA Justin Realty professionals who serve the community you'd like to call home. Our ERA Justin agents are trained to guide you through your purchase every step of the way. Our websites reach around the globe to bring up-to-date information directly to you. We can suggest loan programs and many mortgage lenders who have lending programs to meet the needs of qualified first-time homebuyers. The path to finding your first home is sure to be full of  positive twists and turns. Once you're armed with the answers to the big questions, the search can be fulfilling, and even fun!”

Tridel added, "Serving our customers and our communities through leadership and commitment is at the core of ERA Justin Realty's operating principles.  We've received The Circle of Light for Community Leadership Award and we were recognized for embracing a philosophy through community service and charitable works that greatly impact the areas where we work and live. Our team has long been committed to serving our local communities, as well as for business excellence, and we are proud. We are also celebrating our 30th anniversary with our ERA family. Our award recognizes us for the extraordinary things we do and for our communities and people in need. Throughout the entire ERA system of approximately 31,000 brokers and agents, we were the only firm to receive it when presented to us in Los Angeles."

All of the ERA Justin Realty full service Realtor agents can be reached at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Additional cutting-edge real estate technology also information awaits you at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Manisha "Mona" Kalra Joins ERA Justin Realty

Manisha "Mona" Kalra recently joined the ERA Justin Realty team of Realtor sales agents. Specializing in first-time home buyers, relocation, investment properties and distressed properties while bringing focus to custom marketing programs for her sellers.  She is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi, a regional Indian language.

 Manisha "Mona" Kalra Joins ERA Justin Realty

“Dealing honestly, openly and having pride in the service you provide your customers and clients will bring respect and trust for you,” words of ERA broker-owner Jennifer Darby Metzger and the company teammates about Manisha "Mona" Kalra who recently joined the firm.
 Continuing, “Manisha's hard work, enthusiasm and focus in handling all details of her transactions will result in successful purchases and sales. We are pleased that she has joined our active team. Residing locally for years, she is well versed on our surrounding communities.”

Manisha's specialty is her attention toward first-time home buyers, relocation, investment properties and distressed properties while bringing focus to custom marketing programs for her sellers.  Her finesse includes interior designing and vision to understand all aspects of what a beautiful home can mean for her buyers and her sellers, planning to put their homes on the market. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi, a regional Indian language. Her background includes learning from her family real estate background in India.

She is equally active in her time away from the office. Well traveled with a passion for volunteering for a local animal shelter, painting, interior design and cooking, she also supports charitable organizations. Married to Mudit Sachdev, with a New York financial background, they are proud parents of two sons, Krishiv and Saishaan as well as recently adopting their family dog Toby.

Manisha stated, “ERA Justin Realty is widely recognized for their professionalism, skilled staff, and forward industry thinking and the use of cutting-edge technologies resulting in successful transactions to better serve our buyers and sellers.  I'm proud to be part of this successful firm and eager to advance through the teachings of my tutor team of Adrian Tridel and Michelle Korosy.”

Darby-Metzger concluded, “It will be her pleasure and motivation to give you the best of everything as you make the important decisions, keeping all details fine-tuned. She has the ability to keenly listen and understand her buyers and sellers needs. Her strong negotiation and excellent communication skills means her clients are always kept well informed throughout the transaction. Call Manisha for a top-notch experience.”

Since 2003, ERA Justin Realty has proudly received the prestigious ERA Commitment to Excellence Award, one from 2,600 ERA firms from across the nation.  For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor, a choice of thousands of buyers and sellers since 1950. Manisha and the entire ERA team of 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.

ERA Justin Realty Teammates Receive Honors - Agent Opportunities Offered

ERA Justin Realty's excited teammates seated L to R: Wayne Kubs, Daniel Jones, Allyson Kubs, Albert Rottini, Carol D. Calamari. Standing L to R: Adrian Tridel, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Pamela Collins, Salvatore Macri, Min (Steve) Yi and Denise Leonessa. Not pictured is Justin Fung.

ERA Justin Realty Teammates Receive Honors

Agent Opportunities Offered

South Bergen County:  How many careers exist today when management truly works to help their team be successful. According to Jennifer Darby Metzger, a leading real estate broker co-owner of ERA Justin Realty and success cheerleader for her sales agents said,  “We work with our agents each day to help them achieve their goals, in a constant changing real estate industry.  We will be honored at the upcoming RealSource Association of Realtors membership meeting to have five agents awarded the 2012 NJAR‘Circle of Excellence’ award. Seven agents have been honored in our 'ERA Leadership Circle' category and seven agents in the ERA national 'Circle of Honor' category. These honors don't happen by chance. Our agents have the focus to achieve them which means strong commissions earnings to them.”

Realtor agents who recently joined the firm, Wayne Kubs, Daniel 'Danny' Jones, Allyson Kubs and Albert Rottini joined Carol D. Calamari, Adrian Tridel and  broker Jennifer Darby Metzger, all featured in a television commercial explaining the benefits of being part of the ERA Justin agent team and working with the firm. Other newer agents include, Pamela Collins, Salvatore Macri, Justin Fung, Min 'Steve' Yi and Denise Leonessa who added, "ERA Justin has been your trusted name in real estate since 1950. There is a difference in real estate companies. I wish I had transferred to ERA Justin months earlier."

Jennifer speaks from great experience.  The firm’s management team has hired, trained and guided agents to success hundreds of times. Many ERA Justin Realty agents have been with them for decades, with earnings greater than at many area real estate firms.

She continued, “As real estate trends change, as agents commission needs change, we watch and listen. ERA Justin Realty has one of the strongest 'Winning Edge' commission plans for its agents. We also give our agents buyer base potential with stronger advertising than many other real estate firms in South Bergen County.  Full color page advertising of our listings each week in theSouth Bergenite brings an abundance of potential buyers to our agents while giving our sellers more marketing exposure. We have been considered a real estate market leader by thousands of sellers and buyers since 1950 and offer a superior level of support for our agents.”

Continuing, she said, “Our company is always growing.  We are offering those who want a successful career in real estate to phone for a confidential conversation at (201) 939-7500. Give us a few minutes and we’ll give you a rewarding career. View our office websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.  If you are  career-minded but not advancing at your current firm, it may be time to make that phone call.  Making a decision to make the call is the tough decision, from there, the rest is easy. We’ll show you how!”

ERA Justin Realty operates two state-of-the-art Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. 

Global honors to ERA Justin Realtor Salespersons

ERA Justin Realty's Grace Tirrito, Carol D. Calamari, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Adrian Tridel, standing left to right and seated Kristen Davis, Cathy Vick and Fara Espandi know the secrets to real estate success. The secrets are simple and direct. Hard work and focus to their buyers and sellers. In addition to serving first time and repeat buyers and sellers, they continually receive referrals from past buyers and sellers for their exacting real estate services.

Global honors to ERA Justin Realtor Salespersons

Carol Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner offered congratulations to ERA Justin Realty's Grace Tirrito, Carol D. Calamari, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Adrian Tridel, Kristen Davis, Cathy Vick and Fara Espandi for achieving the ERA Circle of Honor. By meeting national ERA criteria within 2012, these Realtor salespersons have joined the ranks of top producing honorees under the ERA banner.

The ERA real estate network includes approximately 30,000 brokers and salespersons throughout the United States and more than 30 other countries and territories, with global reach in this world of technology.

ERA Justin Realty has been recognized by multi-thousands of buyers and sellers over their 63 years serving Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties. Recognized as an area market leader, they proudly received the prestigious ERACommitment to Excellence Award, one of 14 premier firms across the ERA nation.  They are also recognized in the Muscular Dystrophy national organization with an elite President’s Club designation for their charitable fundraising activities. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty has been a buying and selling Realtor of choice.

All of the ERA Justin Realty award achievers 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 websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA Justin Realty Joins Leading Industry Leaders

ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner Jennifer Darby Metzger and Realtor Adrian Tridel recently attended Inman Real Estate Connect with real estate industry leaders for strong 2013 real estate progress.                                  

 

ERA Justin Realty Joins Leading Industry Leaders

at Inman Real Estate Connect

 

Jennifer Darby Metzger, ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner joined with Inman News, Realtor Adrian Tridel and the top 100 most influential real estate leaders at New York's Grand Central Hyatt Hotel.

Real Estate Connect recognized those who embody leadership, ingenuity, strength, conviction, power, persistence, perseverance and progress — their voices and actions that can move the industry toward change.

Drawn from brokers, lenders, technology providers and those outside the industry who impact the business of buying and selling homes, the members of the list are truly extraordinary leaders.

Jennifer said, "Real Estate Connect focuses on how technology is changing real estate and it is easily the best investment any professional can make in terms of career development. It encompassed three full days of intense seminars, training and the ability to personally socialize with some of the most influential nationwide industry leaders. Also attending was our ERA corporate leaders, Richard A. Smith, President and CEO, Realogy Corp., Alex E. Perriello III, President and CEO, Realogy Franchise Group and Charlie Young, CEO and President, ERA Franchise Systems."

Attending with Jennifer was Adrian Tridel who is not only licensed in NJ but also NY. The first day of the conference, Agent Reboot, was a fast-paced, deep dive into marketing and technology. It was practical and engaging, because our speakers avoided canned presentations and there was plenty of live audience interaction along with abundant social coverage. Agent Reboot topics included social, mobile, technology and every agent walked away with dozens of tips and techniques to improve their business. This year’s emcees were Chris Smith, Inman’s chief evangelist, and Katie Lance contributing editor and Inman’s director of social media. Their presentations were augmented by many of the leading voices in real estate today.

Adrian added, “There is a difference in real estate companies and we feel we need to have the most up-to-date information so our Realtor professionals can continue to be on the cutting-edge. We like to do things differently. With technology and creativity we provide above and beyond service. The tools we bring to the table bring more exposure and ease of the process for our buyers and sellers."

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 they can be reached at (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.

ERA Justin Realtor Adrian Tridel offers tips for early spring house repairs after winter damage. A career professional with the firm, he serves buyers and sellers in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties.

 

                   ERA Justin Realty Report:  Get Ready for Spring 2013 House Repairs

“Yes, it's January, but soon we’ll be coming out of hibernation--plants, flowers, lawns, and even your home. Winter plays havoc on houses, and spring should be a time to take a walk around your house to get that spring chore list in order. Here are few additional areas to pay attention to,” according to ERA Justin Realtor, Adrian Tridel. 

ROOF VENTILATION:

Remember that ice dam on the roof last winter? Remember how hot your attic was when you went up there to check the antenna wire last summer? Proper attic ventilation can help with both those problems, and spring--while it's not too hot or too cold--is an ideal time to take care of any necessary work. Also, check the condition of existing vents to see that the screen is intact, flashings are secure and well sealed, and there are no other problems that need correcting.

SPRINKLERS:

Permanent, in-ground sprinklers are great, as long as they're properly adjusted. Run each set of sprinklers through a cycle, and watch how and where the water is hitting. Adjust or replace any sprinklers that are hitting your siding, washing out loose soil areas, spraying over foundation vents, or in any other way wetting areas on and around your house that shouldn't be getting wet.

GRADE:

Soil is also susceptible to being washed away or redistributed by heavy winter rains and melting snow. Now is the time to check and see if the grade around the outside of your home has been moved around by winter's fury, which can result in runoff getting into your basement or crawlspace, or running into neighbor's yards where it shouldn't go. Look for areas where soil seems too high or too low in relation to your home, as well as for marks on your siding, foundation, walkways, and other areas that might indicate if soil or water is in a place it shouldn't be. A 4-foot builder's level placed on a long, straight board can help you check grade and slope--redistribute soil so that for every foot horizontally you have at least 1/4 inch of fall away from the house.

CHECK YOUR HOUSE NUMBERS:

Can someone find your house easily, especially in the dark? Spring is a great time to check that your house numbers are clearly visible from the street, that they are painted a contrasting color from whatever surface they are mounted on, that they are somehow hit by exterior lighting at night, and that they are not obscured by overgrown foliage.

FENCES AND GATES:

Fence posts are especially susceptible to ground water saturation, and will loosen up and tilt if the soil around them gets soaked too deeply. Check fence posts in various areas by wiggling them to see how solidly embedded they are. If any are loose, wait until the surrounding soil has dried out from winter's rains, then excavate around the bottom of the posts and pour additional concrete to stabilize them.  

SMOKE DETECTORS:

As always when it's time to change the clocks, you want to check your smoke detectors. Replace the batteries, clean the covers, and test the detector's operation before it's too late. If you have gas-fired appliances in the house, including a water heater, now is also a great time to consider adding a carbon monoxide detector, which are inexpensive and easy to install, and are available at most home centers and other retailers of electrical parts and supplies.

Tridel concluded, “If you are not personally handy, there are listings under handyman in many of the local newspapers who advertise for jobs big and small.  You may want to phone more than one, ask and check their references for work they've done for other homeowners before making your hiring decision.”

ERA Justin Realty has published its report Real Estate Results In Writing, featuring reviews from over 700 of their very satisfied Buyers and Sellers.  They also proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003-2012 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, as a premier ERA real estate firm from approximately 30,000 brokers and agents for their service to their Buyers, Sellers and community.

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. Also view 1000's of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com. 

ERA Justin Realtor Professionals Attend Triple Play Business Conference

ERA Justin Realtor professionals recently attended the Triple Play business conference at Atlantic City. Standing is Adrian Tridel, Denise Leonessa, Cathy Vick, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Wayne Kubs, Glenn Elliot and Ron Darby  Seated is Allyson Kubs and Carol Darby.

             ERA Justin Realtor Professionals Attend Triple Play Business Conference

ERA Justin Realty Brokers, Ron Darby, Jennifer Darby Metzger and Carol Darby attended the December 2012 regional Realtor business conference with a group of their Realtor professionals.  Attending with them was Adrian Tridel, Denise Leonessa, Cathy Vick, Wayne Kubs, Glenn Elliot and Allyson Kubs.

The New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania associations of Realtors joined together to build referral bases, develop new success strategies and discover innovative tools for Realtors to serve the needs of their buyers and sellers in their local marketing areas.

Members of the ERA Justin Realty listing and sales team completed days of intense training, educational seminars and learning new and updated laws governing real estate relationships to properly serve the needs of their buyers and sellers.

The business conference was attended by thousands of dedicated Realtor professionals, held at the Atlantic City convention center.  Those they serve expect the ERA Justin Realty organization to be focused on education to keep them knowledgeable and to provide superior services in a constant changing real estate environment.

Jennifer Darby Metzger, Broker said, "All Realtors today face the challenges of legal matters, technologies that change daily, real estate transfer matters and action based plans to assist our sellers for a successful sale in an ever-changing real estate market."

Carol Darby, Broker added, "Real estate licensing laws require continuous updating of our education so we are positioned to properly serve in New Jersey. All of our team have completed their 2012 educational requirements and look forward to their responsibilities to their sellers and buyers."

Ron Darby, the firm’s Broker of Record concluded, “There is a difference in real estate companies and we feel we need to have the most up-to-date information so our Realtor professionals can continue to be on the cutting-edge of education for our sellers and buyers. In this way, we are confident we are doing the best for them. We are thankful that our firm is held in high regard and offer our publication of reviews about our company, Real Estate Results in Writing, a history of nearly 800 written testimonials from our sellers and buyers.”

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 they can be reached at  (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.

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.