ERA Justin Realty's Kristen Davis Teaches Course with Jim Loch

ERA Justin Realty's Kristen Davis Teaches Course with Jim Loch

For the benefit of area residents the Rutherford Adult School has been offering classes since the 1950's. Classes are held in the spring and fall and encompass the following categories: Arts and Crafts, Computer Technology, Cooking, Exercise & Fitness, Financial Career, Law and Real Estate, Language Arts, Personal Health, Self Improvement, and Special Interest.  To get the full class offering and course descriptions visit: www.rutherfordschools.org/adultschool.

Kristen Davis has been a Realtor salesperson with ERA Justin Realty within Rutherford for twelve years, and has been recognized for many awards and is well regarded in and out of the community for her real estate knowledge and charity involvements. 

This is her third time offering the introductory real estate course at the Rutherford Adult School and receives great satisfaction guiding those who are new to the home buying or selling process.

Jim Loch, a well regarded mortgage professional with Pinnacle Mortgage has served buyers and sellers with mortgage financing for over twenty years.  He often teams with ERA Justin Realty to educate buyers and sellers and assist them with their concerns and mortgage needs.

Kristen said, "The current course being presented by Jim and myself include direction on helping purchase and sell  the correct home, factors that drive our economy, when real estate is good, the economy is good, when real estate is slow or sales are sluggish, chances are the economy is suffering.  Attend our seminar and you'll gain insight into the  current market and the detailed steps on buying or selling a home.  To make this session most informative, Jim Loch of Pinnacle Mortgage has joined with me for greater insight, so you can learn the steps before embarking on the journey. This is the third time we are presenting the course  which has always been very well received."

Jim added, "My philosophy is to listen to my customers needs, and respond to those needs efficiently and effectively. I strive to build long-term relationships, so as your lender, I will be with you each time changes in your lives necessitate a home change. Many lenders can get you a loan. My goal is to get you the right loan."

Kristen concluded, “I am always pleased to offer a complimentary, no-obligation CMA market value report for my friends, neighbors and acquaintances who are considering the sale of their homes, as well as looking forward to working with first time buyers and families transferring to Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties. I get strong satisfaction helping others in their real estate needs, and can honestly say that I give my all to each and every buyer and seller I work with.  There really is a difference in Real Estate Agents.”

Kristen can be reached daily via her cell phone at (201) 314-2501 and at her two Rutherford offices 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phones reach her at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.  Call Kristen and be ready to enjoy a wonderful real estate relationship. Jim Loch is reachable by cell phone at (201) 240-0932 and office at (201) 239-1500. Also view 1000’s of homes at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA Justin Realty Report: Be Selective When Picking a Real Estate Agent

Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty owners focus daily for the successes enjoyed by their sellers and buyers in their real estate transactions. With their team of dedicated real estate agents the focus of working to exceed expectations with every transaction grows with new products and services. The firm has been a choice to thousands of buyers and sellers since the company began in 1950.

ERA Justin Realty Report: Be Selective When Picking a Real Estate Agent

According to Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker co-owner and a company market leader since 1950, “For those considering buying or selling a house, this information may be beneficial to you.  Bring together the right real estate team headed by the Realtor professional you choose to hopefully be successful in a purchase or sale.

Real estate training of your Realtor broker and agent is necessary as the regulations governing real estate transactions go through continuous transition, and as in any business, there are trained real estate agents and those who may be simply a best friend of a buyer or seller who practices real estate on a limited basis and may not be proficient in the exacting laws that govern the transaction, possibly limiting  buyers or sellers abilities to be successful in the transaction.  It is not always how many years a firm has been in the business or number of homes sold. Select your Realtor and firm which provides excellence in service and staff training. Realtor agents who do a lot of business and are constantly trained should have a wealth of experience to draw from that can be helpful if problems arise.”

Jennifer Darby Metzger, ERA Justin Realty broker co-owner stated, “Too many times in our industry listings are taken far above the market value and above pricing proven by a comprehensive (CMA) comparative market analysis. Some listings taken by a brokerage with unrealistic pricing may sit on the sidelines as new properly priced listings come to the marketplace and are quickly sold. Furthermore, carefully determine the amount of sales in your community by the Realtor you are considering. Sales outside of your community or at a distance have diminished impact for a successful sale in your specific community. Specific information is what helps create a successful transaction.

Be sure you are presented with a current, accurate and complete CMA report detailing homes for sale, those that have sold and closed and those that have expired because they did not sell.  All sellers are entitled to know the entire story so they can make an educated decision as to the proper pricing of their house when placed on the market. With this explained, sellers need to make the final determinations as to the listing price of their home.

At ERA Justin Realty, our Realtor agents are trained to bring exacting information to our sellers.  Once done, our buyers can be confident that the house they are considering or purchased should appraise for mortgaging as long as the buyers are qualified for the loan.  This is a must for the services that we provide at ERA Justin Realty.  Our Realtor agents owe a great degree of focus and responsibility to those sellers who list their houses with us.”

Darby continued, “It’s typical for a seller to be swept into the enthusiasm of a Realtor who speaks positively about your house, but in this current market that Realtor is under a strong degree of responsibility to advise of the current pricing and what pricing is not realistic. We make the process easier by offering over 700 written reviews of our services, ‘What people are saying’ consisting of published reviews, quotes and testimonials from our satisfied buyers and sellers.”

Metzger concluded, “We build strong rapport and  trust. You'll be working with one of our Realtor agent professionals throughout the transaction.  Working with one of our trusted team is easy when you respect, trust and communicate well together. Request many references, not just one or two. We are one successful team of Realtor broker and agent  professionals.

Pacing this year, as in previous years, we were awarded as a top ERA real estate firm globally from nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and agents in their firms. Our reviews, quotes and testimonials are yours to be reviewed, simply for the asking. We have been a Realtor of choice for multi-thousands of buyers and sellers since we first opened our doors in 1950.  Equally impressive is our relationship with referral firms, representing fortune 500 companies, where we do business for their clients in buying and selling in our marketing areas of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties. These corporate relationships bring more selling and buying opportunities for all.”

Contact any of ERA Justin Realty’s Realtor broker and agent professionals at their Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone(201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 and (201) 438-SOLD.  Also view 1000's of homes at their websites, www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA Justin Realty Offers Online Video Property Tours On Listings

Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby, a family team and broker owners of ERA Justin Realty are focused with their team of Realtor agents in bringing exceptional buying and selling services to Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties. Since 1950 the firm has been has been a favorite to thousands of buyers and sellers.

                        ERA Justin Realty Offers Online Video Property Tours On Listings 

Northern New Jersey:  ERA Justin Realty broker co-owner Jennifer Darby Metzger offers,  "Known since 1950 as a substantial real estate firm throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties with thousands of real estate sales, we review some of the 2015 technology which enables consumers to view ERA Justin Realty property listings through an online video tour, making home buying and selling easier.

Considered by many to be a technology leader in the real estate industry and a top ERA real estate firm nationwide from over 30,000 ERA brokers and agents, ERA Justin Realty features video tours in today's fast-paced technologically advanced real estate market.  Video tours offer home sellers the advantages of a 24-hour a day, seven-day a week open house, at the home buyers convenience, and always available for viewing."

Jennifer continued, “Video tours include views of the interiors and exteriors of ERA Justin listed properties. Online visitors can tour properties at any hour, from their home, office, or from anywhere in the world. The expectations of today's real estate home buyers and sellers are high, and as millions of viewers use the internet to look for a home, it is critical to have the best tools to promote our listings online. Video tours help potential buyers view a property's attributes so much better than just a text description or a single photo of a house; for example, consumers might view what is on the other side of the street and next door with neighborhood photos.

ERA Justin Realty offers this additional service to each of our sellers on every listing that we market for sale.  When we post a tour, it is available on our websites, www.ERAJustin.com,www.ERAJustinRealty.com, our three Multiple Listing Services, Realtor.com and many other leading search websites from which we market our seller’s homes.  Hundreds of area sellers select ERA Justin Realty as their Realtor of choice each year.  We work to exceed their expectations and that makes us truly proud.”

Adding, she said, “Online video tours also increase a listing's exposure to potential buyers, which our home sellers find very attractive.  More exposure means more pre-approved buyers to potentially see each listing.  More exposure potentially brings more buying contracts to be considered, giving each seller a better opportunity to sell their house at a potentially higher price. Buyers who view video tours can be strong, interested prospects. We've brought successful contracts from out of state buyers who saw our video tours on line. There is no cost to our sellers for this added value service.”Buyers and Sellers interested in learning more about ERA Justin Realty’s online video tours can reach any of the ERA Justin Realtor agents who will be pleased to provide extensive details.

Concluding, Jennifer said, “Because of our daily priorities, we proudly receive prestigious awards. ERA Real Estate was the recipient of Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms award from J.D. Powers.  For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice. All of our ERA Justin Realty full service Realtors can be reached at either of our 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 Realty Management Achieves Brand Management Levels

ERA Justin Realty's Michelle Korosy, Jennifer Darby and Nona Orlando at ERA Brand Management attended by invitees from ERA offices throughout the nation, pictured doing a seminar segment to those attending.

 

                  ERA Justin Realty Management Achieves Brand Management Levels

 

Bergen County: ERA Justin Realty broker owners Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby honored Michelle Korosy-Office Coordinator and Nona Orlando-Operations Manager for being named Brand Champions by global residential real estate leader ERA Franchise Systems at extensive training held at ERA’s corporate office in Madison, NJ. 

 

During three days of  training, attendees from around the nation became certified to implement ERA’s cutting edge products and services. The Brand Champion training educates ERA staff to better assist agents as well as buyers and sellers in areas such as developing a marketing plan, public relations, social media resources and training programs.  Brand Champions then have the ability to come back and share what they have learned and help implement these programs with agents throughout the office. 

ERA’s Brand Champion course is also designed to help support the entire staff. Orlando and Korosy said they enrolled in the training course to help others increase their productivity and better serve their clients. "This was a great opportunity for me to help my colleagues as the real estate markets and requirements change quickly," said Orlando. Korosy added, “I'm excited to share everything we learned with our agents and staff as we continue to add new products and services to remain on the cutting-edge of industry requirements.” 

Metzger added, "Brand Champions is one of several exceptional opportunities that we take part in for the benefit of our buyers and sellers through service at our firm. Additionally, ERA Justin Realty Co. was honored with ERA Circle of Light for Community Leadership for consistent commitment to both community service and business at a business conference held in Los Angeles."

  

“Serving their customers and communities through leadership and commitment is at the core of ERA Justin Realty's operating principles,” said Charlie Young, president and CEO of ERA Franchise Systems. "For these reasons ERA Justin Realty has been selected by thousands of buyers and sellers as their Realtor of choice since 1950." 

All of the ERA Justin Realty full service sales professionals 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

ERA Justin Carol D. Calamari and Fara Espandi Leadership Circle Top Producers for 2014

ERA Justin Carol D. Calamari and Fara Espandi

Leadership Circle Top Producers for 2014

ERA Justin Realty’s Carol D. Calamari and Fara Espandi succeeded each challenge during 2014 and achieved top positions within the firm. They achieved #1 position in the firm’s Leadership Circle for sales, listings and other business model responsibilities. To be successful, these sales professionals know what makes for a successful sale and advise that smart sellers should think like buyers to attract attention to their individual listings. The firm boasts many other Realtor agents who were very close to top production status. Team effort brings success to them all.

Jennifer Darby, broker owner said, “There are plenty of homebuyers intent on buying while they can still lock in an inviting low mortgage rate. The 2015 housing market should present good opportunities for sellers who understand how to maximize profit in this more balanced selling environment.”

Carol added, “Listings attract much attention when they're new on the market. To maximize your opportunities, your home not only needs to be priced right and properly prepared for sale, you also need a comprehensive marketing plan. You want to make sure that information about your listing reaches as many potential buyers as possible. Our ERA Justin Realtor agents are proactive in advising potential sellers with comprehensive information. We will provide you with a strong marketing plan that will be used to promote your house, as well as strong Internet exposure on dozens of websites and full page advertisements in The South Bergenite. As reported, approximately 85 percent of today's homebuyers start their home search on the Internet.” 

Fara continued,  “A listing on the Internet isn't enough, though. Buyers don't look at listings that don't have photos. You can gain an edge on the competition with the many photos and a video tour of your home that we create and are on the Internet as soon as your home is opened to the market. For these reasons, we've received reviews from nearly 800 buyers and sellers who had a wonderful experience with us and decided to list or buy with our Realtor agents who represented them in a transaction.”

Jennifer concluded, “Your aim is to sell for the highest price possible, but at a realistic price dictated by a market appraisal when financing is being obtained. Don't list for less than a price you can accept. But, keep in mind that overpriced listings won't sell or appraise. Your house is in daily competition with many similar houses on the market at any given time. Our congratulations to both Carol and Fara for their outstanding production, hard work and their positive outlook for our 2015 real estate market. They both know the secrets to real estate success and will be pleased to bring that success to your transaction.

Our ERA Justin Realtor agents will be able to advise you about an effective list price for your home.  We offer our Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), a comprehensive study of your house in comparison with others that are on the market, that have sold, that have expired, as well as the upcoming spring 2015 market update.  It’s offered at no cost or obligation simply by phoning our office.”

ERA Justin Realty as a premier ERA real estate firm across the nation should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.Their sales 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 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also view 1000’s of homes at their websites atwww.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY HONORS LEADERS AT 2014 YEAR-END

4th Quarter ERA Justin Realty Leadership Circle achievers. L to R: Grace Tirrito, Michelle Tirrito, Carol D. Calamari, Fara Espandi, Cathy Vick and Julia Dagistanli

 

ERA JUSTIN REALTY HONORS LEADERS AT 2014 YEAR-END

 Bergen County, New Jersey:  Focus for clients and customers are the force that motivates the staff of active sales professionals at ERA Justin Realty.  In fact the firm tracks continuing activity of 100 real estate firms who service the vast reaches of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties and ERA Justin Realty has again proven itself to be an area real estate leader in 2014. The firm has also been the #1 firm in closed Rutherford sales for the past consecutive 14 years.

The firm's top ERA Leadership Circle achievers for the third quarter of 2014 are Grace Tirrito, Michelle Korosy, Carol D. Calamari, Fara Espandi, Cathy Vick and Julia Dagistanli. The top producers for the entire year includes Realtor sales agents Glenn Elliot, Cathy Vick, Carol D. Calamari, Fara Espandi, Kristen Davis, Peggy Mc Laughlin, Rosemarie Zembryski, Michelle Korosy, Grace Tirrito and Julia Dagistanli who all  know the secrets to real estate success; focus and hard work.

It is easy for these sales professionals who are part of the ERA Justin Realty team.  Simply watch them day after day, month after month, year after year.  They are focused on exceeding the needs of their sellers and buyers, the rest comes easy, even in this current real estate economy.

They have also offered their knowledge to readers of North Jersey Newspapers on a variety of topics.  Throughout the year topics included, 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 for buyers and sellers.

Recently announced, ERA Justin Realty continues as a top ERA nationwide firm for their services throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex counties.

“There is a difference in real estate companies,” stated broker owner Ron Darby.  “Attending on-going advanced training, seminars, round-table discussions with industry leaders and focus groups are what we continually do at our firm, much more than many other area real estate firms.  We believe, in order to exceed sellers expectations of what a Realtor professional 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 sellers will hold us in the highest regard.  To prove that our sellers have put their thoughts in writing. We have on file for the asking, ‘What people are saying’ our report nearly 800 quotes and reviews from our sellers and buyers.  No other area real estate firm can offer that.”

For more information about these real estate market leaders and on real estate, simply inquire and they will provide a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) of your house. You will then have the answers to your real estate questions. Consumers can reach them 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.

Michael Bradley Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team of Sales Professionals

            Michael Bradley Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team of Sales Professionals

"It takes a client-first philosophy to provide excellent real estate service to buyers and sellers with my focus on absolute honesty. There is simply no substitute" words of Michael Bradley who recently joined the listing and sales team at ERA Justin Realty.

Michael continued, "My business approach is a result of a first hand business background at my prior brokerage Coldwell-Banker real estate, where I prepared and worked with buyers and sellers on their real estate transactions. There are many qualities and skills that make for successful transactions. Integrity, in-depth community involvement, market knowledge, marketing savvy, effective negotiation skills and high-quality professional networks, all that ERA Justin Realty provides and are hallmarks and reasons for me joining the firm. I want my clients and customers to know there simply is no substitute for this service. With me you will always be in capable qualified hands, be well informed and with a competent Realtor."

Broker Owner Jennifer Darby Metzger offered, "In addition to his focus on single and multi-family listings and sales for first-time and repeat buyers, Michael's expertise is also investment properties and will assist you as a buyer or seller in new construction. Also a family man, he spends quality time with his wife Tracy-Ann and two daughters Mechara and Zharia and the family dog Sammy. In his free time his love is music, having been a musician for twenty-five years. His professional memberships include Garden State MLS, the New Jersey MLS, New Jersey and National Association of Realtors and the RealSource Association of Realtors. We are excited that Michael has joined our firm. He was enthusiastically welcomed by our staff and we look forward to him servicing our buyers and sellers in their real estate needs."

Michael added, "I'm awaiting the opportunity to reach out and serve you, your friends and family in your real estate needs throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties. Every member of the ERA Justin Realty team embodies the commitment to community, that is part of our company's DNA. Under Ron and Jen’s leadership, the firm not only advances the profession of real estate through their collaborative culture, they also enhance the lives of the people they serve through their philanthropic efforts.  I have always admired the genuine kindness exhibited by the members of ERA Justin Realty and I am honored to be part of their company, the only company to receive the Circle of Light for Community Leadership Award in 2014 from nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and agents."

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