Uncategorized • May 19, 2011

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

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Grace Tirrito, a career Realtor professional with ERA Justin Realty has served the buying and selling needs of residents throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties. Residing in Lyndhurst, her stellar reputation began locally, quickly spreading throughout surrounding communities during her long career as being a Realtor of choice to hundreds of buyers and sellers. Grace shares insight about selecting your real estate agent.

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

According to Grace Tirrito a Realtor agent professional with ERA Justin Realty, and a market leader since 1950, “For those who plan to buy or sell, this information may be very beneficial. Bring together the right real estate team headed by the Realtor agent professional you choose. In this new and detailed real estate market where buyers, sellers, lenders, inspectors are strongly regulated, one should know the details so they can be successful in their purchase or sale.

Real estate training of Realtor agent professionals 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 know the laws that govern the transaction, limiting a buyers or sellers ability 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 agent and firm who provides excellence in service. Realtor agents who do a lot of business and are constantly trained have a wealth of experience to draw from that can be helpful when problems arise.”

Jennifer Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker and 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 will sit on the sidelines as new properly priced listings come to the marketplace and are quickly sold. Additionally with the newer strict federal and/or state appraisal restrictions, appraisers rely solely on comparable closed sales within recent months, meaning that current proper pricing is a must in order for the house to pass the approval and mortgage lending requirements.

Be sure you are presented with a critical and complete CMA report detailing current 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. 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 and purchased should appraise for mortgaging as long as the buyers are qualified for the loan. This is 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.”

Grace continued, “It’s typical for a seller to be swept into the enthusiasm of a Realtor agent who speaks positively about your house, but in this current market that agent is under a strong degree of responsibility to advise the current pricing and what pricing is not realistic. We make the process easy by offering our references report, ‘What people are saying’ consisting of nearly 800 quotes and testimonials from satisfied buyers and sellers.”

Jennifer 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 Realtor agents 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 agent professionals. In 2011, as in previous years, we’re noted as a ‘Top-100’ ERA real estate firm from nearly 3,000 ERA firms worldwide. Our references, 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 Cartus, the worlds largest corporate relocation/referral real estate network representing fortune 500 companies, for their clients in buying and selling in our marketing areas of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties. Refer to our marketing of our listings on more than seventy five websites. These corporate relationships bring more selling and buying opportunities for all.”

Contact any of ERA Justin Realty’s Realtor 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

Uncategorized • May 18, 2011

ADRIAN TRIDEL EASES BUYER CONCERNS: A GREAT TIME TO BUY AND SELL

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Adrian Tridel, a Realtor professional with ERA Justin Realty is a career professional who began his career with Weichert Realtors, now continuing his listing and sales responsibilities with ERA Justin Realty in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties. His current report offers suggestions for buyers and sellers.

ADRIAN TRIDEL EASES BUYER CONCERNS: A GREAT TIME TO BUY AND SELL

You’ve dreamed of home ownership and after a careful search, you’ve found the perfect one. So, what is this knot doing in the pit of your stomach? Why are you asking, ‘Did I make the right decision?’ Or, ‘What have I gotten myself into?’

Adrian Tridel, ERA Justin Realtor professional says, “You may have a classic case of Buyers Remorse. We all get it, whether you purchased a house, a car or that special pair of shoes. It’s a psychological phenomenon that attacks without warning, especially if you’ve made a major purchase. It’s that feeling that usually sets in about the time the ink is dry on the documents you’ve just signed. You’re faced with the realization that you’re tied to this purchase for a very long time. Buying a home could be the biggest purchase you’ve ever made and you just put your name on a piece of paper that says you’re obligated for possibly many years. Of course, you’re scared. It’s a common and understandable feeling. You’ve just stepped way outside of your comfort zone. So, what do you do to keep these feelings in check?”

Adrian continued, “First, be aware that you’re purchasing at a time when mortgage interest rates are the lowest in nearly fifty years. Next realize that there is a large inventory of houses to choose from. Third, understand that sellers are motivated and pleased to work with qualified buyers on price to bring a successful purchase and sale. Your concerns will subside, especially when you begin to count all the ways this new purchase will benefit you. You can begin deducting the interest you pay from your federal income tax to be calculated with help from your tax advisor. And you’ll be building equity with every payment you make. Also keep in mind that property is almost always, over future years, the one investment that continues to appreciate in value. And don’t forget that you now have your own four walls to do with as you please – no more landlord to ask about your decorating ideas.

It should also make you more comfortable to remind yourself that the ultra conservative banking industry likes you and thinks you’re a good choice. Banks loan money to make money through interest payments. Once qualified, they see you as a good risk. So when your confidence is iffy, trust the bank’s rather sterling opinion of you and your ability to handle this obligation.

So now you can pick up the keys to your very own home and begin moving in. Once you have things somewhat in place, you should start to feel confident, especially when friends come by to congratulate you on what a great decision you’ve made. Home ownership is the dream of most people. With careful planning, solid budgeting and doing your homework, you’ve just made it all come true. So, settle in and be very proud of your accomplishments.”

Carol Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner added, “We have qualified buyers with mortgage pre-approvals awaiting just the right house. Adrian Tridel and our entire staff of Realtor professionals are ready to find the home that suits your needs. They will also be pleased to visit new potential sellers with a complete written (CMA) Comparative Market Analysis featuring a 2011 update on pricing, real estate trends, current homes on the market, and information based on other area sales. There is a difference in real estate companies, and we at ERA Justin Realty always focus on the facts for our sellers, so they have the true information in making the biggest decision of a lifetime, the sale of their house at a price consistent with market demands. That’s important in making a decision in hiring us their representative.”

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA worldwide 2003 through 2010 Commitment to Excellence Award. All across the nation it is one of the most sought awards that can be achieved in the ERA real estate network. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it.

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

Uncategorized • May 7, 2011

Rosemarie Zembryski Suggests Dressing Your House For a Good Showing

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realtor professional Rosemarie Zembryski suggests dressing your house for a good showing. A career agent with the firm, Rosemarie is active in residential listings and sales throughout Bergen County. She and the firm is further active in Essex, Hudson and Passaic counties and enjoys a sixty-one year history as a real estate market leader.

Rosemarie Zembryski Suggests Dressing Your House For a Good Showing

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.

ERA Justin Realtor professional Rosemarie Zembryski 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 may 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 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 could be the ones that determine your home selling success. According to the National Association of Realtors^®, curb appeal alone accounts for half of all home sales.”

Jennifer Darby Metzger, broker co-owner added, “Our team of Realtor professionals can assist all ERA Justin Realty sellers with suggestions for staging their house before it is placed on the market. Just one tip can make a big difference to potential buyers, which has resulted in sales, time after time during our firm’s sixty-one year history.”

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA 2003 through 2010 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award,’ as a premier ERA real estate firm across the nation. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

The ERA Justin Realty 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) 939-7500 (201) 438-0588 (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also view 1000’s of homes at their websites at www.ERAJustin.com and http://www.erajustinrealty.com/

Uncategorized • April 26, 2011

ERA Justin Realty Home Protection Plans Give Peace-of-Mind

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

June Incorvaia, a full-time Realtor career professional with ERA Justin Realty share her insights about the benefits of home protection plans for buyers and sellers. June has been a consistent Realtor professional throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson Counties.

ERA Justin Realty Home Protection Plans Give Peace-of-Mind

Peace-of-mind are not just words. They are words that can make a world of difference. The Sheffields’ saga began just days after they moved into their new home and continued throughout the first year. The pool pump broke, the built-in vacuum stopped working, and most devastating, the air conditioning system ceased operating on the first day of the summer heat wave.

Fortunately, the Sheffields’ had the forethought to purchase a home protection plan from their ERA Realtor, which covered all or some of the costs of repairing or replacing the broken home components.

June Incorvaia, ERA-Justin Realtor professional said, “The Sheffields’ story repeats itself thousands of times a day across the country. It is for that reason that ERA-Justin Realty has the ERA Home Protection Plan program available for both our Buyers and Sellers.”

June continued, “A home protection plan safeguards a Buyer or Seller from unexpected expenses when covered mechanical items break down. The ERA Buyer Protection Plan and Seller Protection Plan are fully insured and administered by a warranty insurance service, and provides replacement coverage as well as comprehensive repair of major mechanical systems and appliances such as air conditioning, heating and electrical systems, interior plumbing, built-in appliances, water heaters and accessible ductwork, subject to a small deductible per service call.

For Sellers, a home protection plan adds value to their home sale and protects them at a time when they would rather not make major investments in their property. It has been reported that on average, homes listed with a warranty sell more rapidly than homes listed without a home warranty. The ERA Protection Plan goes one step further by covering the Seller for up to six months provided that the Seller agrees to purchase the plan at a nominal fee for the Buyer. It’s a win-win situation for the Seller having protection in place while the house is on the market for sale.

For Buyers in New Jersey, the ERA Protection Plan provides coverage generally for a year after the purchase on resale homes.

If one considers that the most costly purchase in life is generally one’s house, a home protection plan is a small price to pay for peace of mind and to insure oneself against the unexpected.”

“There is a difference in real estate companies, and our ERA Protection Plans are perfect examples. We ask Buyers and Sellers to compare. We believe that in order to exceed expectations of what a real estate consultant is about, we don’t offer just real estate basics, and 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,” she added.

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA worldwide 2003 through 2010 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award’, one of few ERA offices nationwide. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

The ERA Justin 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 websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com

Uncategorized • April 5, 2011

ERA Justin Realtor professionals who ranked with top-honors among the entire New Jersey ERA membership of real estate firms. Career professionals with their firm, they are market leaders and mentors to agents who join the firm. Here they share tips on dressing your house for a good showing.

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realtor professionals who ranked with top-honors among the entire New Jersey ERA membership of real estate firms. Career professionals with their firm, they are market leaders and mentors to agents who join the firm. Here they share tips on dressing your house for a good showing.

ERA Justin High Ranking Leaders

Dress Your House For a Good Showing

Throughout New Jersey, the ERA real estate network of Realtor professionals total 1,061. Three career professionals from ERA Justin Realty rank highly. Carol Calamari at number 21, Kristen Davis at number 22 and Fara Espandi at number 24, all ranking with the New Jersey total of 1,061 ERA agents. Furthermore, six ERA Justin Realtor professionals received the NJAR Circle of Excellence Bronze award for 2010, representing the top six percent of all NJAR winners according to the RealSource Association of Realtors.

As important as these landmark rankings are to these sales professionals, to buyers, buying a home is equally important. If you’re selling a house you’ll have to put careful thought into customers’ first impressions, a important task, because many sales will be made or lost before they reach the front door – or as soon as they walk through it.

ERA Justin Realty’s Carol Calamari 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, if needed, 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.”

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

Fara Espandi added, “A little effort now saves you a lengthy process later. First impressions will expedite the sale, and securing the services of a qualified Realtor^® will make it all the surer. One of our ERA Justin Realtor professionals can guide you in all the above matters and more, from supplying a checklist of presentation tips, to recommending affordable painting contractors, to helping you rearrange the furniture. Whatever it takes, we can give you confidence that, for some buyer soon, the showing of your home will be love at first sight. We also will provide a 2011 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 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. 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 worldwide 2003 through 2010 ‘Commitment to Excellence’ award, selected from ERA offices nationwide. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

For more information on CMAs and dressing your house for a good showing, consumers can reach these high-ranking ERA Justin Realtor professionals 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.

Uncategorized • March 25, 2011

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Attending the ERA International Business Conference held in Las Vegas, Nevada is seated: Fara Espandi, Carol Calamari, Jennifer Darby Metzger. Standing: Glenn Elliot, Monir (Matt) Hanna and Ron Darby. Not pictured is Carol Darby

ERA-JUSTIN RECEIVES TOP NATIONAL COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE HONORS

THERE IS A DIFFERENCE IN REAL ESTATE COMPANIES

Las Vegas – Excitement is in the air. Within the awards hall, seated are national award professionals from all around the world. After an awards dinner, Charlie Young, President and CEO of ERA Real Estate positioned himself at the podium. The event had all of the trappings of the Academy Awards and the award presentations began. The award evening is equally important to Brokers and Agents as the Academy Awards, for this day they are recognized for their outstanding achievements.

Ron Darby Broker Co-owner of ERA Justin Realty attended with Carol Darby, Jennifer Darby Metzger Broker Co-owners, and Realtors, Glenn Elliot, Fara Espandi, Monir (Matt) Hanna and Carol Calamari. All waited in anticipation as the presentations began. “Today we proudly present the ERA Commitment to Excellence Award to the best of the best. Companies with dedication to the needs of its customers, its community and those who consistently demonstrate service, ethics, values and other hallmarks of overall excellence are being honored. ERA Justin Realty is being honored for excellence for 2010. This is the eighth consecutive year they have achieved these honors.”

Jennifer Darby Metzger and Ron Darby accepted the award from Mr. Young on behalf of the entire ERA Justin Realty team of Realtor professionals.

Jennifer stated, “To receive this achievement there is strict qualifying criteria that we achieved. In addition to service to our customers, we must demonstrate our strength to our community, our business ethics and values and strong emphasis to our charitable efforts we practice each year. This is an honor above all honors. Our ERA Justin Realty staff of teammates work diligently each day. Credit goes to them for their efforts.

We proudly are different from other real estate firms. It is our challenge to not only meet the requirements of our Sellers and Buyers, but to exceed their needs in each transaction. Our success is based on referrals from our Sellers and our Buyers. Over the years, we have become the Realtor of choice for thousands. This spring we are proud to offer at no cost or obligation our 2011 Spring Market Price Analysis, which will answer all real estate questions including market trends. Invite us in, you will be pleasantly pleased with the full color report with photos, current market values, closed transactions and the market price range of your house. It’s easy. One quick phone call to our office will begin the process. It is available at no cost or obligation.”

ERA Justin Realty serves from its two Rutherford office locations at 118 Jackson Avenue and 57 Park Avenue. By phone they can be reached at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 and (201) 438-SOLD. View 1000’s of listings on their websites, www.ERAJusitin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Uncategorized • March 25, 2011

ERA Justin Realtor Professionals Share Knowledge on 2011 Timely Topics

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realty’s best-of-the-best who have achieved outstanding 2010 status within the ERA Leadership Circle and the NJAR Circle of Excellence. They share timely topics with South Bergenite readers. Seated left to right: Cathy Vick, Carol Calamari, Fara Espandi, Kristen Davis. Standing: Karen Kelly, Ilene Harpuder, Rosemarie Zembryski, Monir (Matt) Hanna, Glenn Elliot and Grace Tirrito

ERA Justin Realtor Professionals Share Knowledge on 2011 Timely Topics
In addition to being the ERA Justin Realty best-of-the-best Leadership Circle and Circle of Excellence achievers for 2010, Cathy Vick, Carol Calamari, Fara Espandi, Kristen Davis, Karen Kelly, Ilene Harpuder, Rosemarie Zembryski, Monir (Matt) Hanna, Glenn Elliot and Grace Tirrito have all offered their knowledge to South Bergenite 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 and night job for these ERA Justin Realtor professionals, their responsibilities go beyond what the public sees. The firm has a vast resource library of important topics to share with the public. These Realtors and their broker co-owners, Ron Darby, Carol 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 Ron Darby. “Attending on-going advanced training, seminars, round-table discussions with industry leaders and focus groups is what we continually do at our firm, much more than many other area real estate firms. We believe, in order to exceed seller expectations of what our firm 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 buyers and 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 about 800 quotes and testimonials from our sellers and buyers. No other area real estate firm can offer that. Are we proud? Absolutely!”

In addition, ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA worldwide 2003 through 2010 Commitment to Excellence Award, from all across the ERA nation. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.

All of the ERA Justin Realty 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 websites at http://www.erajustin.com/ and http://www.erajustinrealty.com/.

Uncategorized • March 14, 2011

ERA Justin Realty’s Michelle Korosy Eases Buyer’s 2011 Concerns

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Always focused, ERA Justin Realtor professional Michelle Korosy makes suggestions to buyers considering a purchase in the 2011 real estate market. Buyer’s concerns are always considered with assistance to help make their transaction smooth sailing from pre-approval, negotiations, and contact processing through to closing day.

ERA Justin Realty’s Michelle Korosy Eases Buyer’s 2011 Concerns

Bergen County: You’ve dreamed of home ownership and after a careful search, you’ve found the perfect one. So, what is this knot doing in the pit of your stomach? Why are you asking, “Did I make the right decision?” Or, “Interest rates are so low for my mortgage, is this the right time for me?” Buyers are no longer on the fence, they are out looking, starting their home search on the Internet, examining the large inventory of housing available and benefiting from the lowest interest rates in nearly fifty years. A home search website at http://www.erajustin.com/ is a perfect start for you.

Michelle Korosy, ERA Justin Realtor professional says, “Buyers nationally are off the fence. They now understand that low interest rates will not last forever and as rates rise, it limits their buying power with many having the market eliminate them as qualified buyers. Truthfully, you’re faced with the realization that buying a home could be the biggest purchase you’ll ever make and you just put your name on a piece of paper that says you’re obligated for possibly many years. Of course, you’re nervous. It’s a common and understandable feeling. You’ve just stepped outside of your comfort zone. So, what do you do to keep these feelings in check?”

Michelle continued, “First, be aware that these feelings will subside, especially when you begin to count all the ways this new purchase will benefit you. You can begin deducting the interest you pay from your federal income tax. Check with your tax advisor for the benefits. And you’ll be building equity with every payment and every improvement. Also keep in mind that property is almost always the one investment that continues to appreciate in value over time. And don’t forget that you now have your own four walls to do with as you please; no more landlord to ask about your decorating ideas.

It should also make you more comfortable to remind yourself that the conservative banking industry likes you and thinks you’re a good choice. Banks loan money to make money through interest payments. They see you as a good risk. So when your confidence may be a bit low, trust the bank’s opinion of you and your ability to handle your mortgage. We always work with our buyers with suggestions for a mortgage pre-approval before entering a purchase contract.

Think ahead. You can pick up the keys to your very own home and begin moving in. Once you have things somewhat in place, you should feel proud of home ownership, especially when friends come by to congratulate you on what a great decision you’ve made. Home ownership is the dream of most people. With careful planning, solid budgeting and doing your homework, you’ve just made it all come true. So, settle in and be very proud of your accomplishments.”

Carol Darby, ERA Justin Realty broker co-owner added, “Lending institutions are in the mortgage business and are pleased to lend to approved buyers. We offer a wide variety of listings for sale in many price ranges. Michelle Korosy and our entire staff of Realtor professionals are ready to find the home that suits your needs. They will also be pleased to visit new potential sellers offering a complete written (CMA) Comparative Market Analysis including a 2011 update on pricing, real estate trends, current homes on the market, and information based on other area sales. There is a difference in real estate companies and we at ERA Justin Realty always focus on the facts for our sellers, so they have the true information in making correct pricing determinations for the sale of their house. That’s how we strive each day to exceed buyer and seller expectations.”

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA worldwide 2003 through 2010 Commitment to Excellence Award. Only outstanding business entities are honored to receive it. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty has been a Realtor of choice for thousands of buyers and sellers and a consistent ERA Top-100 office throughout the entire ERA network.

All ERA Justin Realty full service Realtor professionals can be reached at 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.

Uncategorized • March 10, 2011

ERA Justin Realtor Professionals Offer The Joys of Historic Homes

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

The joys of historic homes are reviewed by ERA Justin Realtor professionals since certification by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Pictured left to right: Michael Dillon, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Carol Calamari, Daniel Weiner, Louise Bloomer and Fara Espandi. Not pictured is Rosemarie Zembryski

ERA Justin Realtor Professionals Offer The Joys of Historic Homes

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.

Michael Dillon, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Daniel Weiner, Louise Bloomer, Fara Espandi, Carol Calamari and Rosemarie Zembryski of ERA Justin Realty Co. have partnered with the National Trust for Historic Preservation to increase educational outreach centering on the preservation of historic properties. Having this designation makes them 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 rowhouses to modest Queen Anne cottages and mail-order bungalows.

Studying the work of authentic geniuses such as Henry Hobson Richardson, offbeat eccentrics such as Orson Squire Howler and Italian architects such as Andrea Palladio, their certifications focused on the Old World roots of American design. This knowledge helps them to understand how the great Gothic cathedrals of Europe are reflected in a “gingerbread” house in Maine, how Thomas Jefferson’s “love affair” with a Roman temple helped spark a national mania for Greek buildings and how the flat Midwestern landscape shaped Frank Lloyd Wright’s bold Prairie Style. This in-depth knowledge gives these ERA Justin professionals the ability to characterize Old World features of a home that properly positions a historic home in today’s marketplace.

Jennifer Darby Metzger, speaking for the group said, “Real estate professionals like to offer as many kinds of properties to prospective customers as there are different personalities of buyers. And few real estate properties have more personality than a historic home. By the standards of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, any structure at least 50 years old may qualify for historic-landmark status. This is determined by a home or other building’s demonstration of particularly significant architectural features or now-rare styles, or its role in important past activities or events such as famous inventions, once-pivotal industries, presidential birthplaces or visits, etc.”

She continued, “Such homes, although wonderful, present challenges, as restoring the historic character to a possibly-neglected house can be a costly and time-consuming effort. But there’s much to be said for the personal satisfaction of remaking a house by your own effort, and restoring an example of America’s past that can help keep us mindful and proud of our heritage. Also, where there are historic homes there are likely to be whole historic neighborhoods, which preserve and offer to the homebuyer just the kind of old-fashioned community qualities that today’s home-seekers are craving and today’s developers are trying to re-create.

If your home is on or considered eligible for local, state or national registers of historic places, various rules will be in effect for building materials, renovations, and uses of the structure which most fit the historical period in which it was built. Although these requirements can be an inconvenience, many states offer tax and other incentives for owning and rehabilitating historic homes found to meet historic-preservation officials’ criteria. And owners of homes on government registers of historic places still have broad latitude in selling, altering and using their property.”

This ERA Justin Realty group are qualified real estate professionals who can help guide you through this rewarding but complicated area through their association with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. They have been certified in recognizing and appreciating the diverse styles of historic homes, and understanding the challenges faced and advantages available to customers wishing to buy and sell such properties.

All of these ERA Justin Realty full service real estate 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 at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com .

Uncategorized • March 7, 2011

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Fara Espandi and Glenn Elliot, Realtor professionals with ERA Justin Realty serve with others at Eva’s Village where food programs are in place for the homeless with medical care and other comprehensive social services.

ERA Justin Realty’s Glenn Elliot and Fara Espandi Continue Community Service

Glenn Elliot and Fara Espandi, Realtor professionals with ERA Justin Realty, a market leader headquartered in Rutherford, New Jersey and serving Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties, along with other members of the New Jersey Chapter of Certified Residential Specialists (NJCRS) recently participated in the Bond, Boast and Build (BBB) Program at Eva’s Village in Paterson.

Eva’s Village is a uniquely progressive and comprehensive non-profit social service organization dedicated to fighting homelessness and poverty. There mission is to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, treat the addicted and provide medical and dental care to the poor with respect for the human dignity of each individual.

Glenn, Fara and the other NJCRS participants toured Eva’s and then helped in their soup kitchen serving about 150 homeless and working poor individuals. Eva’s Village provides a wide range of services for the poor in New Jersey, including food, shelter, substance abuse treatment, primary medical and dental care and a variety of transitional and permanent housing options.

“Eva’s is sponsoring a open house for the community on March 22, 2011 from 10:30 AM – 12.00 PM. For more information on Eva’s visit their website at www.evasvillage.org,” stated Fara.

Fara and Glenn, both are Realtor professionals with ERA Justin Realty and have achieved the 2010 New Jersey Association of Realtors Circle of Excellence Bronze award and both hold the CRS, Certified Residential Specialist designation which is held by less than four percent of all Realtors nationwide. To receive the designation, a Realtor must complete strenuous educational programs and show high production as a residential real estate salesperson.

Glenn is also Secretary/Treasurer of NJCRS, New Jersey Certified Residential Specialist. Through it’s Chapter with a Heart Program, it has designated Eva’s Village as its charity this year. Glenn and Fara also raise significant funds to send children with Muscular Dystrophy to summer camp each year. Through their involvement with ERA Justin Realty and their outreach to all ERA real estate offices in New Jersey, collective donations currently approximate $250,000.00.

ERA Justin Realty proudly received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2010 Commitment to Excellence Award, for reasons including service to the communities they serve and have been selected from all ERA offices nationwide.

For more information, and to speak Fara and Glenn, consumers can reach them and the other ERA Justin Realtor professionals 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 website at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

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