ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS 2012 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger with a history of real estate successes for their firm, their Realtor agents and their buyers and sellers have processed thousands of transactions as leaders in the regional real estate markets. They offer career opportunities to experienced, newly licensed and those individuals wanting a career change. ERA Justin Realty is noted as the-company-on the-grow and the company in-the-know.

ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS 2012 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

How many careers exist today that involves helping people achieve their lifelong dream? According to Ron Darby, a leading real estate broker for nearly 45 years and co-owner of ERA Justin Realty, “Real estate agents help make dreams come true every day.”

Ron Darby speaks from great experience. He has hired, trained and guided agents to success hundreds of times. Many ERA Justin Realty agents have been with him for decades, with greater earnings than at many area real estate firms. He continued, “As real estate trends change, as agents commission needs change, our management team headed by Jennifer Darby Metzger listens and works closely with our agents. In fact, ERA Justin Realty has one of the strongest commission structures for agents in the region, once again bringing our firm to the forefront in earnings. We also give our agents a strong buyer base potential with creative advertising in South Bergen County. Full color page advertising of our listings in the weekly newspapers bring an abundance of potential buyers to our agents while giving our sellers more marketing exposure. Our ‘Winning Edge Teammate Advantage’ benefit package is not obtainable at other firms. We proudly have a major market share, internal training programs and a superior level of support as requested by our agents.”

Darby’s career began as sales manager of K Realty where he focused and built that brand into a successful 5 office firm with two Rutherford offices, including offices in Lyndhurst, North Arlington and a South Jersey office location serving Stafford Township and Long Beach Island. From the Stafford Township office he was responsible for construction of nearly 200 custom single and multi-family dwellings. After a decade he chose to retire briefly, only to be encouraged by Justin Tokarski, founder of Justin Realty to form a partnership to duplicate the success he created at K Realty.

He added, “I had known of Justin’s impeccable real estate reputation as a broker and past mayor of Rutherford. He called me month after month asking for a meeting, but I was enjoying my new freedom. Finally, accepting his invitation for lunch, we agreed that I join him, and the rest is history. Today, thirty-two years later, ERA Justin Realty is a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm worldwide from approximately 30,000 ERA agents and brokers. They are also the recipient of the ‘ERA Commitment to Excellence’ award achieving it from 2003-2012 globally. For these reasons, agents both newly licensed and experienced men and women who join us have the potential to begin strong earnings immediately. Our agent ‘Winning Edge Teammate Advantage’ commission benefit package has been structured so agents have a sense of pride in receiving strong earnings and other benefits which they deserve in this new age of real estate.”

Continuing, Metzger said, “We are proud to be part of these achievements. Our team of Realtor professionals work to exceed buyer and seller expectations. Continuing to grow, we are offering those who want a successful career in real estate to phone for a confidential conversation. Give us a few minutes and we’ll give you a rewarding lifetime career. To learn more call (201) 939-7500 or view our career opportunity website at www.NorthJerseyRealEstateCareers.com. ”

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by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realtors have processed thousands of real estate transactions as strong area leaders since opening their doors in 1950. Collectively they have over 250 years of real estate knowledge and experience to share with their buyers and sellers.

ERA Justin Realty Achieves Dreams for Buyers and Sellers

and Share Collective Realtor Knowledge

How many careers exist today that involves helping people achieve their lifelong dream. According to broker owners Ron Darby, Jennifer Darby Metzer and Carol Darby, coaches and management team to their staff, “Our ERA Justin Realty sales professionals make dreams come true every day. Imagine how satisfied they feel every time they help a buyer find a home. They feel as rewarded today as they did when first entering real estate, some many decades ago, through their association with ERA Justin Realty.”

According to Cathy Vick with the firm for nearly 30 years, “Since 1950 ERA Justin Realty has been on the cutting edge of top service to the community, both in listings and sales as well as their participation in charitable events.”

Our slogan, There is a difference in real estate companies carries a strong message, as our management and Realtors at our firm work to exceed buyer and seller expectations. We prove it each day when one looks at our awards, activities, successful sales and our charitable events, all listed on our website, www.ERAJustin.com,” added 20 year veteran Glenn Elliot.

Grace Tirrito with ERA Justin Realty for approximately 16 years said, “I entered the real estate field because I wanted to work with people, earn an income and have a schedule that would meet my family’s needs. What I discovered along the way was that in real estate you are your own success and that you get out what you put into your work, in the form of personal satisfaction and compensation. My business is based on going the extra distance for my buyers and sellers each day throughout each year.”

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Jennifer Darby Metzger added, “Other Realtor professionals with our firm achieving up to 15 years include Carol Calamari, Fara Espandi, John Boguszewski, June Incorvaia, Kristen Davis, Michelle Korosy, Peggy McLaughlin and Rosemarie Zembryski. Those achieving up to 5 years include Al Rottini, Adrian Tridel, Dan Weiner, Ed Bulger, Justin Fung, Karen Kelly, Ligia Gerges, Mary Iannaccone, Sal Macri, Soila Columbe and Terry Mertens. Repeat and referral business is a mainstay of our firm. Throughout these decades all of our sales professionals have built a solid base of buyers and sellers as well as their children and grand children. Their production records speaks clearly. Collectively they have approximately 250 years of real estate knowledge and experience to share. Their success history is well told. Letters of recommendation are on file at our office and are all available when you call upon them to fulfill your real estate needs. They work to perform above your expectations.”

All 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. Read more about their sales professionals and view 1000’s of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com.”

Because of our daily priorities, we proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2011 ‘Commitment to Excellence’ premier award. We were selected from the vast 30,000 global ERA agent base,” said 16 year career Realtor, Ilene Harpuder.

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

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

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

Collaborative Education Day For Real Estate Leaders

ERA Justin Realty’s Jennifer DArby

ATTENDS EXCLUSIVE ERA^® YOUNG LEADERS NETWORK

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

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

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

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

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

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

“ERA Justin Realty is highly driven by the knowledge and experience of our business platform. Everything we do is designed with the universal goal of expanding that knowledge base through a series of innovative tools, programs and resources that will help deliver true value and make it easier for us to better serve today’s consumers. We are building a smarter business community; we all achieve more when we share knowledge and work together,” concluded Jennifer.

“Jennifier and the firm’s Realtor agents can be reached at either of their two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By office phone (201) 939-7500. Also view 1000’s of homes at our website at www.ERAJustin.com or www.ERAJustinRealty.com.”

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ERA JUSTIN REALTY NAMED TO ERA PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

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

ERA JUSTIN REALTY NAMED TO ERA PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

AS A “TOP 100” REAL ESTATE FIRM NATIONWIDE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Real Estate Broker Ron Darby Celebrates 30 Years with ERA Justin Realty Co.

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realtor professionals put real estate on-hold for a 30th anniversary celebration luncheon to honor Broker Ron Darby for his decades of leadership at ERA Justin Realty Co. Clockwise from front: Ron Darby, Carol Darby, June Incorvaia, Gene Amsel, Ilene Harpuder, Kristen Davis, Grace Tirrito, Ligia Gerges, Karen Kelly, Mary Iannaccone, Justin Fung, Fara Espandi, Carol Calamari, Justine Slater, Michelle Korosy, Al Rottini, Cathy Vick, Glenn Elliot, Peggy McLaughlin, John Boguszewski, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Rosemarie Zembryski, Adrian Tridel, Ed Bulger and Sal Macri

Real Estate Broker Ron Darby Celebrates 30 Years with ERA Justin Realty Co.

Reflecting, Ron Darby, Broker, never thought he would be completing his 45th year in the real estate industry, 30 years at the helm of ERA Justin Realty and 28 years with ERA, a leading global real estate brand.

Those at the firm gathered for a celebration luncheon, putting their real estate activities on-hold to honor their Broker for his leadership, innovative marketing for their sellers and buyers and always being there for them.

“Time flies when you do what you always enjoy, with focus on our buyers, sellers and our Realtors, working with each one to assist for their success. I hardly count the years. Reflecting, I do remember the days I studied for my salesperson and then my broker licensing. Seems like yesterday, though it’s now thousands of transactions later. We’ve certainly grown and it’s because of the dedication of our wonderful Realtor teammates who focus with me and my business associates, Carol Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger,” said Ron.

Jennifer concluded, “All of our firm’s Realtor agents can be reached at either of our two Rutherford offices at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By office phone (201) 939-7500. Also view 1000’s of homes at our website at www.ERAJustin.com or www.ERAJustinRealty.com.”

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ERA Justin’s Cathy Vick Achieves “Beyond Excellence” Award and Offers Timely Tips

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Cathy Vick, ERA Justin Realtor professional and a strong market leader throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties was selected to receive the ERA Beyond Excellence Award. She is also a certified relocation specialist and short-sale/foreclosure specialist. She sets the tone for many other Realtors within the towns she serves.

ERA JUSTIN’S CATHY VICK ACHIEVES

“BEYOND EXCELLENCE” AWARD AND OFFERS TIMELY TIPS

“ERA Justin Realtor Cathy Vick has been recognized as a ‘Beyond Excellence’ achiever for 2011. She exceeded thresholds set by ERA Real Estate Franchise systems, a global leader, for individual production in listings taken and sales to earn the distinction. She was also cited for outstanding service to ERA Justin Realty and the communities which she serves. Cathy has set a benchmark for all members of our listing and sales team,” stated, Broker, Ron Darby.

Cathy added, “With summer rapidly approaching and with Open House weekends in place, Cathy also offers timely tips in getting those closets ready for the sale of your house. “For many, we hardly want to think about closets, but the day is nearing, hour by hour. When your Realtor arranges for an open house or appointment, you will no doubt make sure everything is tidy and clean. The dishes are put away, beds made, litter box cleaned. But, what about your closets? Storage is a number one priority with home buyers. They want to make sure they have a place to put their stuff. Will your closets prove to be a selling point?

You will find yourself agonizing over many decisions, but be brutal. The rule is, if you haven’t worn it for 2 years, toss it. If it is a gift that Aunt Emma gave you 5 years ago and something you will never use, get rid of it. (Just don’t tell Aunt Emma.) Pretend you are moving to smaller quarters, whether you are or not, and you can only take the things you truly love. If you are having trouble, enlist the help of a friend who can be relentless. Think about your lifestyle as you are making these choices. Maybe your former employment was in an office and you needed to wear suits every day. Your current employment is a more casual job and your attire now reflects this attitude. Keep your favorite two suits and donate the others to your favorite charity. Retain clothing that works for your current way of living, not how you used to live. It is not going to go away by itself, so take time to tackle it head on and get organized. Allow lots of time for this task. You probably won’t be able to get through it in a day or even a weekend. Remember, it took you a long time to accumulate these items. You might want to tackle this chore in chunks of time, allowing a few weekends to get totally through the process. Ready? Here’s how it goes. You get a phone call. You have a house showing is in a few minutes, so you toss everything into the closets, toys, coats and whatever. When they leave, you swear you will get to it tomorrow. Sometimes, tomorrow never comes. After a while, it becomes hard to close the door and you do not remember what is in there. It is now time to de-clutter and de-stress.

Place everything in piles: (1) Keepers; (2) Maybes or Yard Sale; and (3) Donations. It might also help to obtain some of the organized storage available for closets. These are especially useful for those small items such as ties and belts. Everything will be neater and you will be able to find things quicker. We can help arrange your garage sale for the Muscular Dystrophy Association Summer Camp for kids. We fundraise each year for the kids.

Most of us are drowning in paper. When you start sorting through paperwork, promise yourself to handle each piece only once. Papers that belong to other family members should be sorted and then handed over to that individual. Control newspaper and magazine pile-up by vowing to discard each issue by the time the next one arrives. On Sunday, Saturday’s paper goes out whether or not it has been read. The same thing goes for magazines. Some offices or charities are happy to have them, especially hospital waiting rooms. As for regular bills, they can be organized with a portable file box.” Ron concluded, “ERA Justin Realty received the prestigious world-wide 2003 through 2011‘ERA Commitment to Excellence Award’, globally.”Toys and seasonal items are a little more difficult. If the kids have outgrown those old skates, pass them down to a friend. Holiday decorations can tug at your heartstrings, but if they are broken or no longer hold their luster, out they should go. If you cannot bear to part with them, pack them in a storage box. By the time the de-cluttering is finished you should have room left over. Books, toys and clothing that are going to a charity should be boxed up or placed in plastic bags. If you are considering a yard sale, try to tag as you go along.

Cathy and all of 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. View 1000s of homes at their websites at http://www.erajustin.com/ and www.ERAJustinRealty.com

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Jennifer Darby Metzger, Charter Member of ERA Young Leader’s Network

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Jennifer Darby Metzger, one of Bergen Counties outstanding Realtor professionals is a market leader in real estate listings and sales and is a consistent award achiever. Additionally she was seen by thousands on Continental Airlines Global Trends in-flight video specials featuring ERA Real Estate on major domestic flights for nearly two years. She recently was selected to be a charter member of the ERA Young Leader’s Network. As broker co-owner of ERA Justin Realty, her leadership is evident as she guides her teammates to success status.

Jennifer Darby Metzger, Charter Member of ERA Young Leader’s Network

New Orleans, LA. and Rutherford, NJ. — An outsider might think that freeways, fax machines, and Facebook have nothing in common, but real estate agents and brokers know these innovations have played a critical role in advancing the real estate industry since its formal beginnings in the 1800’s.

Today the charter members of the new ERA Young Leader’s Network, including ERA Justin Realty’s Jennifer Darby Metzger, broker and co-owner of ERA Justin Realty is an integral part of the future growth of ERA. Only twenty brokerage owners throughout the global network have been selected as charter members who ultimately will be guiding the future of these firms and lead ERA real estate globally.

Jennifer said, “We live in an age when it is more challenging to manage all of the information, demands and challenges that are coming at us. It takes real courage to stand firm in what you believe and then to understand what really matters and how to execute effectively. Your ability to understand the technologies is key to every step of creating significant results. Focus is the key element in that process. Our charter members will now reach globally to invite other young leaders to be part of this innovative group as we launch our network. We’re excited to be Charter Group members for the launch of our ERA Young Leader’s Network! These benefits will enable our buyers and sellers to enjoy even greater services from our firm. ERA real estate this year commemorates its 40th Anniversary, and will continue to influence the industry for decades to come.”

“For 40 years, innovation has been an integral part of ERA Real Estate’s DNA,” said both Charlie Young, president and CEO of ERA Real Estate and Jennifer. “There are many lessons to be learned from history. As we look to the next 40 years, we will continue to monitor the business, technological and social landscape for new ideas we can leverage to drive value to our customers and propel our business forward.”

ERA Real Estate, an innovator in its own right, was the first real estate franchise to use the fax machine to transmit listings across the country, the first to expand globally and the first to post listings online.
Jennifer concluded, “ERA real estate is an innovative leader in the residential real estate industry with 40 years experience in developing consumer-oriented products and services. The ERA network includes approximately 30,000 brokers and sales associates and approximately 2,400 offices throughout the United States and 34 countries and territories.”

“ERA Justin Realty is highly driven by the knowledge and experience of their business platform. Everything we learn is designed with the universal goal of expanding that knowledge base through a series of innovative tools, programs and resources that will help deliver true value and make it easier for us to better serve today’s consumers. We are building a smarter business community; we all achieve more when we share knowledge and work together,” she concluded.

All of the firm’s Realtor agents can be reached at their Rutherford office at 118 Jackson Avenue. By office phone (201) 939-7500. Also view 1000’s of homes at their two winning websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Uncategorized • February 15, 2012

Lifelong Wood-Ridge resident makes ERA Justin his Realtor of Choice

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Realtor professional Al Rottini has joined the ERA Justin Realty team. With a strong buyer and seller base, he will focus on residential real estate activity throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties.

Lifelong Wood-Ridge resident makes ERA Justin his Realtor of Choice

Albert “Al” Rottini, a lifelong resident of Wood-Ridge and married for 25 years to his wife Cindy have three children, Liz, A.J and Phil, determined it was time to follow his path to ERA Justin Realty to serve the buying and selling needs of those he knows throughout all communities of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties.

Broker Ron Darby stated, “Al joined us to make selling real estate his full time position as an ERA Justin Realty Realtor professional, knowing his responsibilities go beyond exceeding expectations of his sellers and buyers.”

“There is a difference in real estate companies,” added Michelle Korosy another Realtor at the firm. “Attending ongoing advanced training, seminars, round-table discussions with industry leaders and focus groups is what we do at our firm, much more than many other area real estate firms. We believe that in order to exceed sellers’ expectations of what a Realtor professional is about, we don’t have them learn just the basics. We want them to learn, know and teach much more than is ever expected of them. In that way, we know that our sellers and buyers will hold us all in the highest regard.

We are pleased to have Al join us. His vast business background includes thirty years of residential construction, an undergraduate in architecture and knowledge of older home maintenance. His charitable background includes Melvin Jones Fellowship honors with Lions International, the highest recognition for a Lion which embodies humanitarian ideals of Lionism. He’s being honored because he is a model of exemplarily service to his club and community he serves.”

Al added, “My service work and charities are important to me. I bring that same philosophy to ERA Justin . I am here to serve my sellers and buyers, being it a first or repeat transaction. Buying and selling is one of life’s big moments and I hope to be part of that experience with them. I am a charter member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Anthony Council at Assumption Church and I’m proud of my community work as a past Little League coach, soccer coach, biddy basketball and past Cub Master of Pack 183, Wood-Ridge.”

ERA Justin Realty received the prestigious ERA 2003-2012 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’ from all across the ERA nation and were again cited as an ERA Top-100 realty firm. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice Al Rottini, part of the firm’s action team awaits your call.

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 (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also view 1000’s of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com.

Uncategorized • January 31, 2012

ERA Justin Realty 2012 Tips on Dressing Your House For a Good Showing

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

The ERA Justin Realty broker team, Carol Darby, Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger offer suggestions on preparing your house for a good showing. In a competitive real estate market, staging and proper pricing can make the difference for a successful sale.

ERA Justin Realty 2012 Tips on Dressing Your House For a Good Showing

As many recognize, positive signs abound for the 2012 regional real estate markets. The Meadowlands communities are perfect examples of that strength in listings and sales.

Ron Darby, Jennifer Darby Metzger and Carol Darby, ERA Justin Realty brokers completing their January review, report strong listings coming to market and positive signs from the many new contracts that the firm has just negotiated.

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.

Jennifer Darby 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 should more than pay 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.

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 strong percentages of all home sales.”

Jennifer continued, “A little effort now saves you a lengthy process later. First impressions will expedite the sale, and securing our services will help make it all the surer. One of our ERA Justin Realtor 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 stage 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 2012 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 2003-2012 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, selected from all ERA real estate firms worldwide. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it.

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 1000s of homes website at www.ERAJustin.com

Uncategorized • January 5, 2012

ERA Justin Report: Markets suggest now is the time to buy a home

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

2012 is to be a year of real estate decisions for hundreds of area buyers and sellers. It is an important time in a market that may have reached its bottom to select a Realtor professional who is trained to understand the market and can assist in proper determinations to be made. The ERA Justin Realty team of professionals stand ready to assist.

ERA Justin Report: Markets suggest now is the time to buy a home

What is the most important things a seller should look for when hiring a real estate agent to sell their house? How many houses has the agency sold and closed in their town? Is it the size of the company they are licensed with? Details of their marketing program? Their years experience in the business?

There are many things that should be taken into consideration when hiring someone and giving them the responsibility for selling your home. According to ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner, Jennifer Darby Metzger, “With information from the well respected KCM group, we agree these things are needed to be known and in our opinion, one of the most important questions you can ask a potential listing agent is a simple one. Do you truly believe that now is a good time to buy a home?

Why should this matter when hiring someone to sell your home? Although buyers are back, they do have questions about purchasing right now. They want to know they are making an intelligent choice. We believe, especially in today’s market, you need to hire someone who realizes that this is one of the best times in American real estate history to buy. If an agent doesn’t believe that, how will they be able to convey this to a potential buyer to buy your home?

When interviewing a real estate professional, ask them to explain why purchasing a home makes sense today. They should be able to explain it simply and effectively.”

Jennifer continued, “These positive quotes recently were noted.” The Wall Street Journal stated: “With home sales starting to improve, and with prices now possibly forming a bottom, real estate could well be the asset class that represents the best low-risk buying opportunity out there today.” Donald Trump said, “I’m pretty sure this is a great time to go out and buy a house. And if you do, in 10 years you’re going to look back and say, ‘You know, I‘m glad I listened to Donald Trump’. John Paulson, a multi billionaire hedge fund operator and the investment genius who made a killing betting against housing a few years ago, is now bullish on residential real estate market. He recently said,” If you don’t own a home, buy one. If you own one home, buy another one. If you own two homes, buy a third. And, lend your relatives the money to buy a home.” A recent Gallup Poll showed that 67% of American’s think that now is a ‘good time’ to buy a home. The Gallup Organization went on to say, “Overall, there is good reason for most Americans to think now is a good time to buy a house. Interest rates remain near historic lows. Home prices are down sharply, providing many incredible buys.”

According to Ron Darby Broker Co-owner, “We work with our agents each day to help them achieve the goals of their buyers and sellers. In a constant changing real estate industry we invite new agents to join us. We want them to have the education needed for success. Opportunities are just a phone call away.”

Jennifer added, “We stress stability, a necessity for success in this new world of real estate. We also provide buyer potential with stronger area advertising than any other real estate firm in South Bergen County. Two full color page advertisements of our listings in The South Bergenite and other ads in the Community News brings an abundance of potential buyers to our agents for their buyers while giving our sellers strong marketing exposure. We proudly are considered a real estate market leader by thousands of sellers and buyers and hope to be the Realtor of choice to thousands more in the upcoming years.”

ERA Justin Realty is once again honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm worldwide and is the recipient of the ‘ERA Commitment to Excellence’ award from 2003 through 2011. .

Jennifer concluded, “To learn more, phone us or view our websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.” 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.”

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ERA JUSTIN REALTY NAMED TO ERA PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE AS A “TOP 100” REAL ESTATE FIRM NATIONWIDE

ERA JUSTIN REALTY NAMED TO ERA PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

ERA JUSTIN REALTY NAMED TO ERA PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

AS A “TOP 100” REAL ESTATE FIRM NATIONWIDE