Jennifer Zenquis is welcomed to ERA Justin Realty

 

 

Upon accepting her Realtor agent position, Jennifer Zenquis brings the utmost attention to the customer service experience. Her background in retail, travel, and photography has helped to craft her knowledge in cultivating a community. She is a true benefit to the firm.


Jennifer said, "I'm eager to grow my career with ERA Justin Realty. It is my belief that people do not want to be sold something. What people really want is for someone to help guide them to make a well-informed decision. As a professional, it is my purpose to share my knowledge and experience. As a friend, it is my intent to express my enthusiasm and commitment. As your trusted Realtor agent, it is my goal to serve you.

Speaking Spanish as my second language I will focus on both first-time and repeat buyers in residential, commercial and investment properties and enjoy hiking, biking, and travel in my free time."

Continuing her enthusiasm Jennifer stated, “I am looking forward to meeting new buyers and sellers and offering my knowledge and work ethic to accomplish their housing goals."

Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner added, “We are pleased that Jennifer has selected our firm for growth in her real estate career. A recent resident of Rutherford, we are confident that she will give her full time and energy for the success of her buyers and sellers. She is meticulous, organized and understanding in her approach to our business.

ERA Justin Realty buyers and sellers have put their thoughts about the company into writing and they are on file for review. We have over 1,000 reviews from satisfied sellers and buyers. Jennifer and all of the ERA Justin Realty full-service real estate team can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue, by office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also, view 1000's of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS SUCCESSFUL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS SUCCESSFUL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

How many careers exist today that involve helping people achieve their lifelong dream? According to Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger,  leading real estate owners and brokers in the real estate industry for decades and co-owners of  ERA Justin Realty, “Real estate agents help make dreams come true every day.”

 

Darby and Metzger speak from great experience.  They have 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 most area real estate firms.  Darby continued, “We also give our agents the greatest buyer base potential with stronger advertising than any other real estate firm in South Bergen County.  Full color page advertising of our listings in the South Bergenite to our potential buyers and our agents while giving our sellers more marketing exposure than other firms.  Our ‘Winning Edge Teammate Advantage’ benefit package makes us proud.  Our major market share has made us #1 in Rutherford closed sales transactions for the past 18 years.

 

 Continuing, Metzger said, “All across the nation, the most coveted award that we achieved in business is the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award as well as having achieved more than 1,000 wonderful buyer and seller reviews. These are honors above all honors. We are proud to be part of these achievements. Our team of Realtor sales agents exceed expectations.  Continuing to grow, we are offering those who want a successful career in real estate to phone me for a confidential conversation.  Give us a few minutes and we’ll give you a rewarding lifetime career. To learn more, phone me at (201) 939-7500 or view our website at www.ERAJustin.com.”

Lauren Waddell Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team

Lauren Waddell Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team

Very active in area activities and also a Rutherford resident, Lauren Waddell has sat on her children’s PTA boards, coached Rutherford Recreation softball teams for years and served as a Girl Scout Troop Leader.

She also was a member of the Junior Women’s Club in addition to personal designations such as ABR, CRS, GRI, and Realtor. Lauren was born and raised in Rutherford and graduated from Rutherford High School in 1993.

Her family includes her husband Ty Waddell and children Ty Waddell - 13, Vita Waddell - 12 and Troy Waddell - 10, not forgetting Sandy their dog. ERA Justin Realty is widely recognized for their professionalism, skilled staff, and forward industry thinking and the use of cutting-edge technologies aimed for successful transactions to better serve their buyers and sellers. To say you are affiliated with ERA Justin Realty brings strong satisfaction. With their support systems, success follows as we at the firm exceed buyer and seller expectations.”

She added, “ It will be my pleasure to find and make a space, a home for you, an individual expression of ourselves as well as a welcoming sanctuary for our families and food styles."

ERA is a family run organization that treats their Realtors like they are family. ERA Justin's Realtors are strongly involved in Rutherford’s community events. I am a long time Rutherford resident who has chosen to raise my family in Rutherford because of the many wonderful things it has to offer including many community events, great schools, and programs such as supporting the arts, theatre for elementary students all through the high school and sports programs as well. I also love the multiple street fairs that we are involved in from Labor Day where people come from all over to visit our town, to the holiday tree lighting ceremony and our parades.

Lauren stated, “ERA Justin Realty is widely recognized for professionalism, skilled staff, and forward industry thinking and the use of cutting-edge technologies aimed for successful transactions to better serve their buyers and sellers.  To say you are affiliated with ERA Justin Realty brings strong satisfaction.  With their support systems, success follows as we at the firm exceed buyer and seller expectations.”

She concluded, “ It will be my pleasure to find and make a space, a home for you, an individual expression of ourselves as well as a welcoming sanctuary for our families.”

Lauren and 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 and information awaits you at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Jonathan deBruyn Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team

Jonathan deBruyn Joins the ERA Justin Realty Team

"In my opinion," offered Jonathan deBruyn, "Compared to other area Realtors Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby Broker Owners and their firm ERA Justin Realty build a great rapport and support system for their buyers, sellers, and agents.

I've joined their team of successful agents to cater to your real estate needs, whether selecting a rental apartment or buying or selling a house. I meet and network with many people with the possibility of an introduction to your house and its sale. Networking with large groups expands my abilities to assist you in both your sale or purchase. Further, as an introduction, I'm also in contact with many contractors who purchase with cash or large down payments, a plus to future sellers who may list their properties with me.

After obtaining my license, it was inevitable that I would join the ERA Justin team. Their professionalism and motivation to always do better made them a step above the rest. Then to be at events and outings they organize, I realized that every person associated with them is knowledgeable and uplifting.

When starting a new chapter in life, such as renting your first place, buying a new home, selling a house, or even buying that dream vacation home, it should be an enjoyable time. I believe that these times in your life should be full of excitement, and positivity. I've personally known the stress of making a large purchase and learned that by helping a customer understand the process from start to finish, they can be more at ease with their decisions. By taking the time to discuss every step and making sure people understand as much as possible, it will make room for a few smiles added into their story. I hope to give people hopeful exciting memories.

As the owner of two successful mechanical contracting companies, I've learned many things. I know what it takes to get a job/task done. Deadlines and budgets are nothing new to me, I actually thrive under pressure. Meeting new customers and helping them get what they want, is the best part of my job as a business owner and Realtor. These interactions and lasting friendships are what makes me happy to be in the service industries. Broker Metzger, said, "Jon is well known throughout the communities we serve."

He is a resident of Lyndhurst NJ for the past 12yrs. Summers, when available are spent in Beach Haven West NJ where he has had a home for 16 yrs. He's been awarded the Humanitarian Award from the Township of Nutley and was the top of the class at real estate school.

Metzger added, "Our large group of Realtor agents, Jon's teammates, welcomed him to the firm and are looking forward to working with him and his buyers and sellers as one large team. We foster these relationships at ERA Justin Realty. Every member of our team embodies a commitment to community that is part of our DNA. Under our leadership, the firm not only advances our profession of real estate through our collaborative culture, but we also enhance the lives of the people we serve through our philanthropic efforts."

Jon concluded "At ERA Justin Realty the words, ‘There is a difference in real estate companies’ is more than a phrase. Our team lives it every day. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty has been selected by thousands of buyers and sellers as their Realtor of choice since 1950 and that is why I have joined their team."

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 and Jon's email at Jon@erajustin.com.

ERA Justin Realty Sponsors Summer Concert Series

ERA Justin Realty Sponsors Summer Concert Series

Rutherford – ERA Justin Realty is pleased to once again be a sponsor of the Rutherford Summer Concert Series that begins June 27th. Concerts will be held every Thursday night (except July 4th) from 8-10 PM in Lincoln Park.

The first concert, on Thursday June 27th,  is “Life Speed”  and will be followed by July 11 - Rutherford Community Band, July 18 - Luke & the Trouble Makers, July 25 - Rutherford Community Band, August 1 - The Bruce Show, August 8 - Big House & String Theory, August 15 – Unbrothers, and August 22 - Rock Kandy. Grab a blanket or your favorite outdoor chair and head over to Lincoln Park on Thursday evenings in the summer to enjoy Rutherford’s annual Summer Concerts in Lincoln Park. Bands will perform various types of music for Rutherfordians to enjoy while being outdoors. Note: Rain date for each concert is the following Monday.

This sponsorship is just part of ERA Justin Realty’s ongoing community involvement. In November the company sponsored a food drive for the Rutherford and Lyndhurst Food Pantries as part of Giving Tuesday. For the holidays they collected Christmas gifts for families and children and sponsored a holiday tree at 55 Kip Center. They organized a donation of suits for needy veterans, the collection of eyeglasses for use in Lion sight missions and sent children to MDA camp.

ERA Justin Realty has been the #1 office in the sale and listing of Rutherford homes for 18 consecutive years as per NJMLS stats. If you are looking to buy or sell a home, or have any real estate need, the ERA Justin Realty full-service real estate consultants can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also, view 1000's of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

 

ERA JUSTIN REALTY 2019 1st QUARTER ACHIEVERS

Flowers are blooming, lawns are greening, buds are on the trees and ERA Justin Realty is active with Spring real estate listings and sales. This is the time when families focus on real estate sales, but the first question asked is, “How do I price my house?”

Ask the ERA Justin Realty first quarter 2019 award achievers, and the answer you will hear is "realistically.” Ask any of the  achievers who will provide a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) and you will have the answers to your real estate questions. They include Sophia Vazac, Julia Dagistanli, Lee Schilare, Fara Espandi, and Carol D. Calamari all cited for outstanding listing and sales production.

 "If you are thinking of selling your home and want to know for how much it could sell, then you should contact a Realtor sales professional at our firm and request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to determine its fair market value,” suggests Sophia Vazac." 

“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 slightly higher than the fair market value because it is assumed that some negotiation will be necessary to reach an agreement with a Buyer,” adds Julia Dagistanli.

Lee Schilare offers, “To get an estimate of the fair market value, a homeowner can call our ERA Justin Realty Realtor sales team. Our service 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, and how long these homes took to sell. The resulting analysis can help a homeowner understand what today's changing market has done to the price of his or her home, and will provide a realistic figure of the home's fair market value.  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. The 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 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,” added both Fara Espandi and Carol D. Calamari.

Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner added, “Our CMA report for our Sellers is truly comprehensive in all aspects.  Complete with color photos and detailed information, it makes 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. Proof of our abilities for our clients and customers shows in these fine award achievers, honored during the first quarter of 2019 for their production.”

Save More Than Energy: The Cost-Efficient Home

               Save More Than Energy: The Cost-Efficient Home
                     

Mary Iannaccone, a Realtor agent with ERA Justin Realty offered, “It’s not so much a matter of the newer technologies through alternate energy sources, it’s more a matter of improvements on appliances.  Simply put, these options help us save by losing less.

It may be well worth it to give your home an efficiency upgrade. First, what needs fixing? To identify problem areas, contact a qualified professional and get an energy audit of your home. Some upgrades are simple and less expensive. For example, one common problem is insulation. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says that proper ceiling insulation alone can reduce your heating bill by as much as 20 percent. Other energy draining problems can be solved by replacing old fixtures with more modern and efficient models. Windows, doors, and skylights equipped with sealed double or triple panes also reduce heating and cooling costs and are features for which utility companies often offer rebates. 

The EPA notes that air leakage from gaps in your home’s structure, holes for plumbing and wiring, for instance, accounts for 25 to 40 percent of the energy loss a common home uses for heating and cooling. Similar troubles come from inadequately sealed duct joints and otherwise inefficient, older heating and cooling systems. All can be repaired or replaced.

Even conventional systems such as ventilation can release enough heat from your home to cost a fortune in unnecessary bills. Upgrading these systems can pay for itself, and later pay off as an attractive resale value when possible buyers of your home want to benefit from this form of savings. 

And when you’re ready to go from finding the problem of fixing it, the government doesn’t just supply the bad news, it provides some solutions, as well. The EPA’s Energy Star rating has appeared on numerous products, identifying efficient appliances and other home furnishings that enable vast savings. Energy Star central air conditioners can save 20 percent on cooling bills. 

Studies have shown the resale advantages of homes with lower energy costs. Look for such solutions, and buyers will be more likely to look into your home. Your utility bills, Energy Star fact sheets, and other documentation can be attractive proof to present to prospective buyers.

In the short term, you can save on some of these improvements even as they enhance your home’s value. In addition to offering expert advice and home-selling solutions.

Consult an ERA Justin Realty consultant on how to navigate the options and opportunities available for the energy-conscious homeowner. Your investment in the future can have many returns right in the present.”

The ERA Justin Realty full-service real estate consultants can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue.  By office phone (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also, view 1000's of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.