PRICING YOUR HOUSE PROPERLY FOR SALE 2017

PRICING YOUR HOUSE PROPERLY FOR SALE 2017

ERA Justin Realty's Peggy McLaughlin with decades of real estate experience and multi-hundreds of listings and closed sales has the proper focus and answers. Ask her how to price a house for sale and she will tell you the answer you will  hear over and over again is realistically. But who is the best judge of a home's true value - the homeowner, a real estate sales agent, a bank or true market closed sales transactions?

“When a homeowner wants to sell their house, they may have different views of what their home is worth. If you are thinking of selling your house in the near future and want to know for how much it could sell, then you should contact a professional Realtor agent at our firm and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine its fair market value,” recommends Peggy.

The fair market value of a house is the highest price an informed buyer will pay.  A homeowner's asking price is the advertised price of a house when it goes on the market and may be set slightly higher than the fair market value because it is assumed that some negotiation will be necessary to reach an agreement with a buyer. To get an estimate of the fair market value, a homeowner can call the ERA Justin Realty sales team and ask for a Comparative Market Analysis, a service which is provided free of charge and without obligation.

"In conducting a CMA, our ERA Justin Realty sales professionals have access to a wide array of information, such as databases containing recent listing and selling prices of similar homes in the neighborhood, and how long these homes took to sell. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner understand what changing markets has done to the price of his or her home, and will provide a realistic figure of the home's fair market value. Within the past years, real estate values have escalated.  If a home is then put on the market, our sales professionals will use the CMA to help the homeowner establish a selling marketing program," added Peggy.

Our CMA information is very helpful in determining the true value of a house and the right asking price. In the end, however, the homeowner should cautiously 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, noting that on social media there are websites the give estimates of value without having the exacting details or market information on the subject house.  Once sold be it further remembered that if sold with a new mortgage that the house must bank apprised in order for a loan to be granted.

Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger ERA Justin broker owners added, “Our CMA report for our Sellers is truly comprehensive in all aspects sales. including comparable  Complete with color photos and detailed information, it make pricing easier for those planning a sale.”

In business is the esteemed ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award.  Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it.  ERA Real Estate was the recipient of ‘Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms.’ Award. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

Dos and Don'ts of mixing architectural styles 2017

Dos and Don'ts of mixing architectural styles 2017

 Most of us appreciate the aesthetic value of historic homes, and have even been known to fall in love with them from time to time.

Joana Iliescu of ERA Justin Realty Co. has increased her educational outreach centering on the preservation of historic properties. making her familiar with architecture that spans more than three centuries of history, highlighting both high-style and vernacular buildings ranging from stately Federal mansions and handsome Italianate row houses to modest Queen Anne cottages and mail-order bungalows.

Joana suggested, “It's amazing how a single motif can call up a whole architectural style. Motifs act as a kind of visual shorthand -- when we see fishscale shingles, we think Victorian. When we see zigzags, we think Deco. When we see curlicues, we think Spanish, and so on. More and more homeowners have an impressive grasp of architectural styles -- due, no doubt, to ‘This Old House’-style TV shows and instant Google searches. Lots of people are able to sense when things don't seem to fit together right. So unless you aim to be eclectic, try to limit yourself to a few favorite motifs, and apply them consistently. If you use segmental arches, for example, don't mix them with round ones -- the first speaks Italian, while the second screams in Spanish. For similar reasons, don't mix double-hung windows with sliders, Art Nouveau with Art Deco, divided lites with glass block, and so on. All of these pairings come from very different eras and sources, and they'll get along none too happily in one facade.  If you're not sure which motif goes with which style, consult some books on the style or period you're interested in. Find five or six examples of buildings you really like, and take note of the motifs they have in common. Then, pay equally close attention to the things you don't find, and you won't be confused by mixed-up motifs.”

Joana and the entire ERA Justin staff 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 Realty Participates in Kip Center Holiday Festival 2017

"Love and Joy, Santa's in the House"

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

Holiday displays abound with participants who are as busy as holiday elves getting ready for the upcoming Kip Center drawing, when dozens of decorated trees and wreaths will be given to winners through their annual holiday drawing. The event helps raise needed donations used to fund the varied activities at the Center. Trees/wreaths/centerpieces will be judged for the Most Beautiful, Most Original/Creative, and Best Use of Theme.

ERA Justin Realty's Rosemarie Zembryski created holiday cheer with her original 'Love and Joy, Santa's in the House' wreath shared with her Realtor salespersons, Standing: Caidie Wong, Peggy McLaughlin, Beth Albanese, Fara Espandi, Ilene Harpuder, Julia Dagistanli, Lee Schilare, Catherine Nimmo, Cliff Boar, Carol Calamari, Grace Tirrito, Cathy Vick. Seated: Danielle Sette, Rosemarie Zembriski, Kristen Davis, the presenters for their 2017 charitable event wreath.

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

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

 

 

ERA Justin's Cliff Boan Reviews 2017 Home Inspections

“Home sellers increasingly are ordering pre-sale home inspections to make reports available for buyers to review before they make an offer. By doing so, they hope to avoid renegotiations that can occur if the buyer's inspections reveal defects that weren't disclosed to them before they made an offer,” according to writer Dian Hymer, stated ERA Justin Realty consultant, Cliff Boan.

 Ask your real estate agent for an inspector's opinion. If some of your agent's past clients used the inspector, call the inspector and inquire.

Cliff added, "Home inspections often recommend further inspections by other professionals, such as roofers, plumbers, electricians, contractors or engineers. Few sellers complete all recommended further inspections before they market their homes. It's hard to tell from a written report whether a further inspector recommendation is in response to something questionable that the inspector discovered, or whether it's simply an inspectors precaution of a possible future issue.

Before you rely on a report, have a conversation with the inspector to find out if there are issues of serious concern that need further investigation. In competitive markets, where overbidding is the norm, many buyers choose to rely on the sellers reports and forego an inspection contingency.  This may not be risky if the sellers have provided current and complete reports from reputable inspectors and the buyers have a wealth of home owning experience. Experienced homeowners have an advantage because they can often assess how much it will cost to repair defects even if the sellers don't provide estimates. Buyers who don't fall into this category should include an inspection contingency in their offer."

“There is a difference in real estate companies. We ask Buyers and Sellers to compare, and 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,” he concluded.

 

ERA Justin Realty has received the prestigious ERA world-wide ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’. All across the nation, the most sought award that can be achieved in business is the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award. 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.

ERA Justin Realty 2017 Achievers Share Timely Topics

 

ERA Justin Realty 2017 Achievers Share Timely Topics

 

In addition to being ERA Justin Realty Leadership Circle achievers for July through September and earlier 2017 months, proudly presented standing is: Glenn Elliot- February, Rosemarie Zembryski-September, Julia Dagistanli- April-May-June-July, Danielle Sette- July, Ilene Harpuder- January-March, Danny Simone- May, Lee Schilare- May, Carol Calamari- February-May-August-September. Seated: Joana Iliescu- April-August, Fara Espandi- January-April-June-August and Kristen Davis.- March.

They know the secret to real estate success. It is easy for these sales professionals who are part of the ERA Justin Realty team and want to be your Realtor. Simply watch them day after day, month after month, year after year. They are focused on exceeding the needs of their sellers and buyers.

They have also offered their knowledge to readers on a variety of topics. Throughout the year topics offered 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.

Although showing and selling real estate is a 365 day job for these ERA Justin Realty real estate achievers, their responsibilities go beyond what the public sees. The firm has a vast resource library of important topics to share with the public. They and their brokers, Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger are always busy advising homeowners on topics that aid them in making sound real estate decisions regarding their homes.

“There is a difference in real estate companies,” stated 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 real estate achiever 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 of nearly 900 reviews from our sellers and buyers. No other area real estate firm can offer that. Ask any of these Leadership Circle achievers who will provide a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) of your house and you will have the answers to your real estate questions. ERA Justin Realty continues as a Top-100 ERA firm nationwide. The firm was singled out from nearly 30,000 ERA brokers and agents globally and was honored in Los Angeles where they received the ERA Circle of Light Award for their work with buyers, sellers, community and charitable efforts.

“These ERA Justin Realtor agents are our best-of-the-best for the three quarters of 2017. They achieved our ‘Leadership Circle’ status for their efforts above and beyond for their sellers and buyers," Metzger concluded.

Jennifer Sullivan offers 2017 Tips for First Time Homebuyers

Ask ERA Justin Realtor agent Jennifer Sullivan and she will advise, “Buying a home is an exciting decision, possibly daunting the first time. But by asking the right questions and considering a few simple but important matters, you can pave the way for some powerful beginner's luck. Becoming a first-time homeowner may have uncertainties to you , but remember you're not alone. That's why I'm here. A past National Association of Realtors® survey says, first-timers made up nearly half of all homebuyers. With so many making the move, you can too. With the thousands of homes purchased since 1950 and new listings presented at our office each week, this is a wonderful time to finally own your dream home.

You will have help from one of ERA Justin Realtor agents who have navigated the buying process, and let you concentrate on the rewards of home ownership. Our ERA Justin Realty team will tell you that there are three major points you should take into account: finding the right financing, investigating the community you're considering, and evaluating your prospective home's qualities.

Before your home search begins it's helpful to determine what price-range you are comfortable with and get pre-approved for a loan. Some hopeful home seekers will quit the search before they start, out of worry that they can't afford a down payment or sheer unfamiliarity with the financing process. But today those worries are often unfounded; there is an array of financing options available for aspiring qualified homeowners of almost every income and one is likely to fit your unique financing needs.

It's important to make sure you're familiar with the location you'd like to live in. Think about what you want in a community and how your chosen one meets these interests, reputation of the school system and access to public transportation, These are tasks that ERA Justin Realty, with tools like the neighborhood search functions on its popular websites www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com is perfectly equipped to help you with. Our websites feature our unique 1000’s of homes section, where a prospect can view almost every house for sale in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties, all areas in which we list and sell homes."

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. ERA Justin Realty has been a buying and selling Realtor of choice since 1950 and proudly shares these accolades.

ERA Justin Realty Offers 2017 Online Video House Tours

ERA Justin Realty Offers 2017 Online Video House Tours

Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties, New Jersey: Beth Albanese known as a Realtor agent with ERA Justin Realty reviewed some of the state-of-the-art technology advances offered, including technology which enables consumers to view house listings through an online video tour, making home buying and selling easier and productive.

Considered to be a technology leader in the real estate industry and a top 100 ERA real estate firm nationwide, ERA Justin Realty features video tours in today's fast-paced and 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.

Beth said, “Video tours include both single and multi-scene 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 world consumers 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 can view what is on the other side of the street and next door."

Continuing, she said, “Online video tours increase a listing's exposure to potential buyers, which our home sellers find very beneficial. Buyers who view a video tour then call us about a property. They are strong, interested prospects."

Consumers interested in learning more about ERA Justin Realty’s online virtual tours can visit and experience a virtual tour on the internet by entering www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Beth concluded, “All of our ERA Justin Realty Realtor agents can be reached at either of our two Rutherford sales offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue and by phone at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD.”