ERA JUSTIN TEAM ACHIEVES DREAMS FOR BUYERS & SELLER 2017

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA JUSTIN TEAM ACHIEVES DREAMS FOR BUYERS & SELLERS 2017

How many careers exist today that involves helping people achieve their lifelong dream? According to Jennifer Darby Metzger broker co-owner and veteran of real estate with ERA-Justin Realty stated, “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. We all feel as rewarded today as we did when entering the real estate business, now with multi-thousands of transactions.”Since 1950 ERA Justin Realty has been on the cutting edge of top service to area communities, both in listings and sales as well as their participation in charitable events. Their slogan, ‘There is a difference in real estate companies’ carries a strong message, as the management and staff of the firm work to exceed buyer and seller expectations each day. They prove it when one looks at their awards, activities, successful sales and their charitable events, all listed on their websites www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com. Their business is based on ‘Going the extra distance’ for their buyers and sellers each day throughout each year.

Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty broker co-owner added, “Repeat and referral business is a mainstay of our firm. Throughout these decades Jennifer, our team and I have built a solid base of buyers and sellers who count on us to transact real estate transactions for their families, children and their grand children. Our production success history is well told with nearly 1,000 letters of recommendation on file at our office, available for viewing when you call upon our team to fulfill your real estate needs. We want to perform above your expectations.”

buyers • renters • renters become buyers • renters to buyers • Rutherford real estate • August 21, 2017

ERA Justin Realty’s Lee Schilare: How Renters Become Buyers

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realty’s Lee Schilare: How Renters Become Buyers

Nothing compares to the feeling of having a place to call home. However, most of us have felt frustration at seeing hard-earned money go into rent every month rather than a more permanent house payment. Renting is many people’s first step toward homeownership, but what do you need to do to realize the dream of owning a home? Lee Schilare shares important insights for North Jersey Newspapers readers who want to become a homeowner.

“Sometimes, it’s not the regular rent-money obligations but other expenses that are the main obstacle in saving. A whole debt-counseling industry has arisen to guide consumers in getting out from under what they owe. Smart saving, not depriving yourself, just ensuring stability and enjoyment over the longest term involves moves both major and simple, and can help prepare you for that first down payment.”

Danny Simone, Lee’s business partner added, “Financial planning, establishing a household budget and sticking to it, including a specific amount set aside for savings every month can get you to your home-affording goals sooner than you might have imagined. You may also want to meet with a counselor who can negotiate a lower rate and set a sensible structure for your repayments on credit cards, while advising you how to ease dependence on them. This not only gets you on your own financial feet, but helps keep your credit rating intact for the very home loan you hope to someday secure.”

Lee added, “There are additional ways to start working toward homeownership. Some sellers will enter into a rent-to- buy agreement, in which part of the regular rent is considered an installment of the home’s down payment, which, once built up, can help you obtain financing. Low-income renters may also qualify for federal “Section 8” vouchers which are paid to the landlord, subsidizing your rental expenses and helping you save for a permanent home.

Just as some renting options allow you to set funds aside, some types of purchases can help defray your costs as you fulfill the stepped-up obligations of homeownership. Pooling resources with other buyers to occupy a two-family home could be one; buying such a home by yourself and renting one half of it could be another.

Even if your economics remain challenging, there are low-down-payment mortgages, and other forms of financing for special circumstances, available to buyers who meet the right criteria. Our ERA Justin Realtor agents can help you navigate through these options, accessing financing programs. He or she can also identify what government help might be available, and generally counsel you on your readiness to be a buyer, and on what else you might need to do to get there. If you consult the right sources and seek common-sense strategies, then your every move in the renter’s world can be pointing you home.”

Ron Darby, ERA Justin Broker added, “All across the nation, the most coveted award that can be achieved in business is the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. ERA Real Estate was a past recipient of ‘Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms.’ Award. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice. Call our team at (201)939-7500.

ERA Young Leaders Network • Governor Henry McMaster • Jennifer Darby Metzger • South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster • August 18, 2017

Jennifer Darby Metzger of ERA Justin Realty Attends Exclusive 2017 ERA Young Leaders Event

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Pictured: Jennifer Darby Metzger, South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster, Stephanie Bellanova

Jennifer Darby Metzger of ERA Justin Realty Attends

Exclusive 2017 ERA Young Leaders Event

Jennifer Darby Metzger of ERA Justin Realty recently attended ERA Real Estate’s 2017 Young Leaders Network Summit, the 6^th annual elite educational event hosted in Columbia, South Carolina by ERA Wilder Realty. Jennifer is a long-standing President’s Circle Member. Attendees represented many of the most successful ERA organizations across the U.S. Pictured with Jennifer Darby Metzger whose company serves Northern to Southern New Jersey is Stephanie Bellanova of ERA Central Realty Group who serves Southern and Western New Jersey.

Over the three-day long event Jennifer and the other 27 Young Leaders participated in team-building and professional development centered around the theme of technological growth through the Zap platform, to social media to recruitment and agent development programs. Attendees also heard about success stories from the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), that helps place staff in the right roles to help the company reach high-level business goals and growth.

Jennifer and Stephanie were also treated to a private session in the South Carolina State House, where they met with Governor Henry McMaster, who took the leaders through a history of his state as seen through the lens of real estate development.

Metzger was chosen as a member of the Young Leaders Network for her professional achievements and a market leader for ERA Justin Realty throughout New Jersey and the entire ERA real estate system, an innovative franchising leader in the residential real estate with more than 40 years of experience in developing consumer-oriented products and services. The ERA network includes approximately 37,000 affiliated brokers and independent sales associates and 2,350 offices throughout the United States and 33 countries and territories.

“The best part of the Summer Summit, other than the chance to meet my peers from across the country and meet the Governor, was being able to communicate directly with some of ERA’s top leaders and learn from their successes on their path to growth,” Metzger said. “It was an invaluable opportunity to learn about market expansion, digital innovation and how I can grow as a professional real estate broker.”

“It was one of the most relevant events I’ve ever attended and I’m excited to go back to New Jersey to put all of this new wisdom to work.”

Each attendee was personally selected for this exclusive opportunity by ERA’s senior leadership, based on the management abilities each member has demonstrated at their respective companies.

“This Young Leader’s Network Summer Summit was our sixth annual gathering, and it was more collaborative, innovative and meaningful than ever,” said Sue Yannaccone, President & Chief Executive Officer of ERA Real Estate. “Our Young Leaders are the future of this company and this industry, and it was inspiring to see them sharing knowledge, collaborating to make sure they all benefit from one another’s diverse set of experiences.”

ERA Justin Realty • J. D. Power and Associates • J. D. Power Award • Rutherford real estate • August 7, 2017

ERA Justin Realty Included In Network Recognized By J.D. Power and Associates

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realty Included In Network
Recognized By J.D. Power and Associates

ERA Justin Realty is part of the global ERA real estate network which was the recipient of the past J.D. Power and Associates Award for “Highest Overall Satisfaction For First Time Home Buyers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms.”

“We are honored to be recognized by such a well-respected organization as J.D. Power and Associates,” said Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger Broker Co-owners of ERA Justin Realty.” This award for years has symbolized the personalized service we provide throughout Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex Counties. The award was based on responses from 4,977 home buyers and sellers conducted by J.D. Power and Associates.”

Continuing, Darby said, “In 67 years of serving our area towns, we are continually a Top 100 ERA Real Estate firm nationwide.

To a seller this means greater exposure in marketing their home, personalized and accountable service by our ERA Justin Realtor agents, and more potential buyers, which may result in higher selling prices for our sellers. Each day, our philosophy is to exceed our seller’s expectations with a quality smooth selling process. Equally important, when selecting a real estate firm to represent you in the sale of your greatest asset is to focus on the long-term history of the firm’s operations, knowledge, successes for sellers and a firm that has a sterling reputation throughout the communities they serve. Since 1950 ERA Justin Realty has processed multi-thousands of transactions. For a no obligation, no cost market analysis of your home, simply contact one of our Realtor agent professionals. Receive a complete written report with information as to what comparable homes have sold for and the current market value.”

The ERA Justin Realty sales team of professionals proudly offers a comprehensive written report of over 800 testimonials and reviews from their buyers and sellers.

fall 2017 • Jennifer Darby Metzger • Ron Darby • Showings • Summer 2017 • August 6, 2017

We Are Ready For Late Summer/Fall Showings

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

LATE SUMMER, EARLY AUTUMN: Jennifer Darby Metzger and I proudly present our ERA Justin Realty agents, preparing their new listings for our late summer and early autumn. From starter homes, condos, multi-families, co-ops to estate properties, our agent team stands ready to serve you. Allyson, Beth, Caidie, Carol, Catherine, Cathy, Cliff, Danielle, Danny, Fara, Glenn, Grace, Ilene, James, Jenna, Jennifer, Jessi, Joana, Julia, Julian, Karen, Kristen, Lee, Mary, Michael, Michelle, Monika, Morgan, Peggy, Rosemarie, Sharon, Teresa and Wayne. Buying or selling, we’d like to exceed your expectations. Wan’t to be in for the school year. Call us (201)939-7500.

1st half 2017 winners • 6 month 2017 • ERA Justin Realty Leadership Circle • August 2, 2017

ERA Justin Leadership Circle: 1st Six Months of 2017

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Leadership Circle: 1st Six Months of 2017

In addition to being the ERA Justin Realty ‘Leadership Circle’ achievers for January through June, 2017, Joana Iliescu, Ilene Harpuder, Julia Dagistanli, Glenn Elliot, Kristen Davis, Fara Espandi, Lee Schilare, Danny Simone and Carol D. Calamari know the secrets to real estate success. It’s all in a days work for these Realtor agents who are an integral part of the ERA Justin Realty team. Simply watch them day after day. They are focused on exceeding the needs of their sellers and buyers.

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

Additionally, the firm is continually awarded as an ERA global ‘Top-100’firm. Ask to review newest publication, ‘Real Estate Results In Writing,’ their report of nearly 900 reviews and testimonials from their very satisfied buyers and sellers. Readers can also visit their 1000’s of homes websites at www.ERAJustin.com and www.ERAJustinRealty.com.

Although selling real estate is a 365-day job for these professionals, their responsibilities go beyond what the public sees. The firm has a vast resource of important topics to share with the public. These agents and their brokers Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger are always 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. “These ERA Justin Realtor agents are our best-of-the-best for January through June 2017. They achieved our ‘Leadership Circle’ status for their efforts above and beyond for their sellers and buyers.”

ERA fundraiser • ERA Justin Realty • MDA Summer Camp • July 21, 2017

ERA Justin Realty Sponsors MDA Summer Camp For Kids 2017

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

ERA Justin Realty Sponsors MDA Summer Camp For Kids 2017

The Muscular Dystrophy Association in conjunction with ERA Justin Realty began the 2017 MDA Summer Camp for kid’s fundraiser at their past International Business Conference.

Pictured is ERA Justin Realty’s Jennifer Darby Metzger, Gloria Darby, Ron Darby, Carol D. Calamari, Catherine Nimmo, Jennifer Sullivan and Michelle Korosy who attended the conference and were honored as members of the MDA President’s Club for their outstanding work during current and previous years. They have received original art selections from the MDA kids displayed by Cindy Plessel, Nona Orlando and Mazzion Schnackenberg. At VIP camp day Michelle Korosy, Glenn Elliot, Jennifer Darby Metzger, Lee Schilare, Danny Simone and Ron Darby shared treats for the kids.

Ron and Jennifer representing ERA’s New Jersey campaign joined others nationwide where they reviewed plans to send as many MDA kids to summer camp and shared their future insights and plans.

Each year MDA supports some 90 summer camps across the country. A child with a disability can just be a child among friends. MDA camp is a magical place offering a wide range of activities specially designed for young people who have limited mobility or use wheelchairs. MDA camp programs, although structured, are conducted in a relaxed atmosphere that gives campers an unmatched opportunity to develop lifelong friendships, share interests and build self-confidence. Thousands of youngsters attend MDA camp each year at no cost to their families.

As an MDA sponsor, you will be invited to visit the local MDA camp during our special sponsor VIP Day. You’ll see the joy that your participation in this program creates.

Ron who is also the ERA MDA Chairman for New Jersey for 17 years continued, “Become a sponsor! Help youngsters with neuromuscular diseases in your community, experience a week of fun and friendship they’ll never forget. At MDA camp there’s always a need for volunteer counselors, medical staff, water safety instructors and activity coordinators. Be a volunteer or a sponsor by sending your tax deductible check made payable to MDA and mail it to MDA c/o ERA Justin Realty Co., 118 Jackson Avenue, Rutherford, New Jersey 07070. If you have questions on this great program for the kids, call me at (201) 939-7500.”

ERA Justin Realty • School is in • School is never out • July 10, 2017

At ERA Justin Realtors School is Never Out

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Ron Darby, ERA Justin broker co-owner said, “As many have noticed, the business of being a Realtor® has become significantly more complex to exceed buyer and seller expectations. Innovation in technology and the knowledge required to apply it effectively to our profession continues to proceed at a dizzying pace. Our clients use technology to communicate with us in ways that few could have imagined just a few short years ago, and they expect us to be every bit as comfortable with using technology as they are. Cell phones have replaced office phones and texting and the Internet offers a global marketing presence to every Realtor at our firm.

The regulatory environment in which we operate has become more complicated as well. Legal protections for consumers, a host of financing options and a myriad of state and local regulations place demands on our attention that we are prepared to meet as we continue to best serve the interests of our clients. Therefore, the knowledge base that each of us must possess grows daily.

I’m not suggesting that sales professionals should feel nostalgia for simpler times. In truth, successful Realtors have always invested considerable effort to achieve success. If a sales associate’s job simply consisted of putting up a sign, running an ad and waiting for the phone to ring, our profession would have been phased out of existence long ago. It is precisely the considerable knowledge required to help clients reach their real estate goals that instill value in what we do.

Intelligent use of technology has always been a core principle at ERA Justin Realty, particularly when it comes to education. Our innovative use of communications and multimedia technology serves to put each of us in control of what we learn and when we learn it. Realtors don’t have to wait until the end of the semester to find out how they are doing. The results are visible in a client’s happiness when they find a home that meets their needs both financially and emotionally, which lets us know how we are doing every day.”

Ron concluded, “We are proud to offer this, one of a series of informational tips for homeowners. We offer continuing articles as an added measure to make our phrase ‘There is a difference in real estate companies,’ more than just a phrase, but a reality. The most sought award that can be achieved in business is the ‘J.D. Power & Associates’ award. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive it. ERA Real Estate was the recipient of ‘Highest Satisfaction for First Time Home Buyers and Home Sellers Among Full Service Real Estate Firms’ awards. For these reasons ERA Justin Realty should be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.”

ERA Justin Realty • longtime agents • senior agents • June 25, 2017

DECADES OF ERA JUSTIN REALTY SERVICE TO BUYERS AND SELLERS

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Each year the New Jersey Association of Realtors honors its top producers in sales and listings sold. Based upon Realtor production, agents throughout New Jersey are awarded for their outstanding efforts, many serving their communities, buyers and sellers for decades at ERA Justin Realty.

It is important to recognize remarkable achievements of the best-of-the-best because of the positive impact that these award achievers have on their buyers, their sellers and the communities in which they conduct their daily real estate business. Although ERA Justin Realty has market-leading top-producing agents many who are newer with the firm, this article features those who have been with the firm and licensed for six years to decades, including: Glenn Elliot-1990, Cathy Vick-1983, Peggy McLaughlin-1998, Ilene Harpuder-1993, Grace Tirrito-1998, Fara Espandi-1999, Ron Darby-1967, Jennifer Darby Metzger-1997, Mary Iannaccone-2004, Carol D. Calamari-2001, Kristen Davis-2004, Michelle Korosy-2006, Rosemarie Zembryski-2006.

Ron Darby and Jennifer Darby Metzger ERA Justin Realty co-owners offered accolades to their team and stated, “When you examine the structure of real estate transactions, one can appreciate the successes of our veteran and newer career professionals. We are proud of their loyalty and the many years they have been with us. Each day they exceed buyer and seller expectations. They truly are Realtors of choice and would love to be your Realtor.”

agent career opportunities • ERA Justin Realty • Jennifer Darby Metzger • Ron Darby • Rutherford real estate • May 22, 2017

ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS AGENT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 2017

by Jennifer Darby Metzger

Bergen County: How many careers exist today when management truly works to help their team be successful. According to Ron Darby, a leading real estate manager in the real estate industry for 50 years and co-owner of ERA Justin Realty, “We work with our agents each day to help them achieve their goals, in a constant changing real estate industry. We are this year honored to have many NJAR ‘Circle of Excellence’ award achievers in the Bronze and silver category. To be an achiever, one should be with achievers. We are seeking full time agent achievers to be part of our team.”

Jennifer Darby Metzger, broker co-owner also speaks from great experience. The firm’s management team has hired, trained and guided agents to success hundreds of times. Many agents have been with them for decades, with earnings greater than at many area real estate firms.

She said, “We stress stability, a necessity for success in this world of real estate. We establish a strong buyer base with full color page advertising of our listings in The South Bergenite which brings an abundance of potential buyers to our agents while giving our sellers more marketing exposure than other firms plus national exposure on our varied on-line internet websites all part of our winning edge teammate advantage benefits package. We proudly are considered a real estate leader by thousands of sellers and buyers and offer training programs and a superior level of support, being the #1 agency in closed Rutherford transactions for 16 consecutive years.

ERA Justin Realty is consistently honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm worldwide and a recipient of the ERA Commitment to Excellence award. For these reasons, agents both newly licensed and experienced who join us have the potential to begin strong earnings immediately. Our winning edge teammate advantages package is structured so agents have a sense of pride while receiving strong benefits.

We are proud of our agent’s achievements. Our team works each day to meet and 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. Call Jennifer or Ron at (201) 939-7500. Give us a few minutes and we’ll give you a rewarding lifetime career.”

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