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ERA Justin Realty co-owners Jennifer Darby, Ron Darby and Carol Darby recently participated with other business leaders in the Muscular Dystrophy Summer Camp for Kids fundraiser. All in fun, they were swept away and locked-up at East Rutherford's Park and Orchard Restaurant until they reached their fundraising goal for the kids. ERA Justin Realty, with the help of their staff of Realtor Agents will exceed their 2009 goal of $8,000 for the MDA kids summer camp program.
ERA Justin Realty Works Toward MDA Summer Camp Success for Kids
ERA Justin Realty works each year to send as many children with Muscular Dystrophy to area summer camp for some fun in the sun while their health permits.
ERA New Jersey’s top fundraising real estate office and Ron Darby, ERA New Jersey, Broker was recently informed that the firm was inducted into the MDA President’s Club, honors shared only by organizations with year-long focus for Jerry’s kids and the Summer Camp for Kids program.
ERA Justin Realty co-owners Jennifer Darby, Ron Darby and Carol Darby recently participated with other business leaders in the Muscular Dystrophy Summer Camp for Kids fundraiser. All in fun, they were swept away and locked-up at East Rutherford' Park and Orchard Restaurant until they reached their fundraising goal for the kids. ERA Justin Realty, with the help of their staff of Realtor Agents will exceed their 2009 goal of $8,000 for the MDA kids summer camp program.
Darby, chairman for all of the ERA offices throughout New Jersey with his staff of Realtors is coordinating the statewide effort and with the cooperation of other ERA offices hope to raise $50,000. to be presented at the Jerry Lewis Telethon by ERA real estate agent, Kristen Davis to recording star Tony Orlando.
Kristen Davis of ERA Justin Realty said, “We are asking for area residents to help achieve these goals for our MDA kids, whose health may permit them to be part of summer camp this year, but they may not be able to attend in future years. Each year MDA supports some 90-summer camps across the country. Whether in Alaska or Hawaii, in California or New Jersey, at MDA camp barriers simply don’t exist. 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. Activities range from outdoor sports such as swimming, boating, baseball and horseback riding to less physically demanding programs like arts and crafts and talent shows. Thousands of youngsters attend MDA camp each year at no cost to their families.”
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 (201) 939-7500.
To review more about ERA Justin Realty MDA fundraising, simply go to their website at www.ERAJustin.com and click on MDA efforts.
ERA Justin Realtor Ed Bulger serves the needs of his buyers and sellers throughout Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties. A full time real estate professional, Ed Bulger shares important factors for those sellers considering putting their house on the market for sale. Due to the current real estate economy and the strong inventory of houses available, he offers tips that will being more interest as it is introduced to the market.
ERA Justin Realty’s Dos and Don'ts of Home Selling
Prioritize property upgrades
An anxious seller and listing can have their house on the market in a day, but is that house photo-ready before it is presented to the market?
Edward Bulger of ERA Justin Realty stated, “Our Realtor agents will work with each seller to create a marketing plan for the premarketing phase of the process. Use our ERA Justin Realtors as your resource. Walk through your home to get feedback on work, decluttering and rearranging that needs to be done before the house is photographed for advertising and shown to prospective buyers. Staging your house is part of the process at ERA Justin Realty. We present your house to our multiple listing services with many photos and a video tour as each one has its special features that we present to the market. Our custom designed video tours show off the features with music and captions. This is all-inclusive at no extra cost to our sellers.
Work with our Realtor agents about possible painting, staging, furnace replacement, any modifications and fixing miscellaneous defects if necessary. Then, prioritize the most critical repairs or enhancements. Save copies of proposals and paid invoices for work you did to your house so buyers know which items have been repaired.”
Ron Darby, ERA Broker Co-owner added, “Now is a good time to have work done. Many area contractors are looking for work. You might receive more competitive bids and be able to have the work done less expensively during this summer 2009 market.”
ERA Justin Realty offers continuing articles in the media as an added measure to make their phrase ‘There is a difference in real estate companies,’ more than just a phrase, but a reality. Because of their daily efforts, they received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2008 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award,’ one of 14 premier ERA real estate firms from 3,000 across the nation, as well as being honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm for 2007 and 2008. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive these accolades. Ask to see their publication ‘Real Estate Results In Writing’ their report of 720 testimonials from satisfied buyers and sellers to learn what ERA Justin Realty can do for you.” For these reasons they hope to be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.”
The staff of ERA Justin 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, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also view 1000's of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com.”
ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner provides information for buyers with alternatives to help make home purchase experiences more rewarding. With the varied paths for home ownership available, working with a real estate professional can bring positive results.
ERA Justin Realty Offers Alternatives to Short Sales and REO Properties
ERA Justin Realty, a real estate market leader active in Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson County sales and listings offers alternatives. Buyers want bargains. Some even limit their search to REOs and short-sale listings.
REO, or real estate-owned, refers to a property that a mortgage lender acquired through a foreclosure. It's owned by the bank. A short sale refers to a situation where the sellers still own the property but they can't sell for enough to pay off the mortgage(s) and costs of sale.
Jennifer Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner recently said, “We have an alternative. Our firm offers a vast menu of single, multi-family and investment properties whose sellers are poised to consider offers from buyers that may be consistant with distressed short sale or REO pricing. There are pros and cons to buying distressed sale properties. They may sell below market price. However with REOs, there is usually very little information about the property, no seller disclosures and possibly months of waiting to only find out that your offer is not accepted. Be prepared to negotiate. Save a concession or two to add to your offer, like a higher price. Unless the listing agent convinces the bank to do fix-up before selling, the property could need work. If so, it won't appeal to as many buyers but could be a good opportunity for buyers with vision. Short-sale properties also tend to have a lot of deferred maintenance. If the sellers are having trouble making the mortgage payment, there may be no funds for fix-up.”
Continuing, Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner added, “That is not to say that short sales and REO’s should not be considered, but is a detailed process. Buying a listing that's subject to lender approval requires patience on the part of the buyers, sellers and their agents. It can take three to four months to get an answer. There's no guarantee that a short-sale offer will be approved, and it's not uncommon for lenders to reject a purchase offer without giving a reason why. Many lenders who make such sale decisions are overwhelmed with their internal process.
The ERA Justin Realty alternative to this process is to preview and purchase one of our many active listings. Our sellers are aware of market sale conditions, proper pricing and time frames for buyers who want to be settled for upcoming September school year openings. Buyer values are there because our sellers understand that proper pricing is what creates a purchase and sale.”
Jennifer concluded, “We serve each buyer with their requests. If they seek the short sale and REO path, our team of Realtor agents will proceed with their needs. When coupled with our active motivated sellers and our in-house values, we work to meet and exceed their expectations.”
Ron Darby added, “We offer continuing articles in the media as an added measure to make our phrase ‘There is a difference in real estate companies,’ more than just a phrase, but a reality. Because of our daily efforts, we received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2008 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award,’ one of 14 premier ERA real estate firms from 3,000 across the nation, as well as being honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm for 2007 and 2008. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive these accolades. Ask to see our publication ‘Real Estate Results In Writing’ our report of nearly 800 testimonials from our satisfied buyers and sellers to learn what ERA Justin Realty can do for you.” For these reasons we hope to be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.”
2009 Muscular Dystrophy fundraising has begun for the ERA Justin Realty Summer Camp for Kids effort to send as many local children to camp so they can enjoy some fun in the sun. Pictured are current and past MDA fundraising participants with the children. Left to right: Ilene Harpuder, Carol Calamari, Cathy Vick, Debbie Campasano and Terry Mertens.
ERA Justin Realty Works Toward MDA Summer Camp Success for Kids
ERA Justin Realty works each year to send as many children with Muscular Dystrophy to area summer camp for some fun in the sun.
ERA New Jersey’s fundraising real estate office and Ron Darby, ERA New Jersey, Broker was recently informed that the firm was inducted into the MDA President’s Club, honors shared only by organizations with year-long focus for Jerry’s kids and the Summer Camp for Kids program.
Darby, chairman for all of the ERA offices throughout New Jersey with his staff of Realtors is coordinating the statewide effort with the cooperation of other ERA offices and hope to raise $50,000. to be presented at the Jerry Lewis Telethon by ERA Realtor Kristen Davis to recording star Tony Orlando.
Davis said, “We are asking for area residents to help achieve these goals for our MDA kids, whose health may permit them to be part of summer camp this year, but they may not be able to attend in future years. Each year MDA supports some 90-summer camps across the country. Whether in Alaska or Hawaii, in California or New Jersey, at MDA camp barriers simply don’t exist. 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. Activities range from outdoor sports such as swimming, boating, baseball and horseback riding to less physically demanding programs like arts and crafts and talent shows. Thousands of youngsters attend MDA camp each year at no cost to their families.
If you’re 16 or older, you’re invited to apply to join the MDA team as a camp volunteer for 2009. At most MDA camps, volunteer counselors work one-on-one with campers around the clock, providing the care, close supervision and attention children with neuromuscular diseases need. Counselors push wheelchairs, lift and carry youngsters, and even "bunk down" near their campers. But above all, they become a youngster’s friend for a week and sometimes for a lifetime.
By becoming an MDA summer camp sponsor you can provide a local youngster with neuromuscular disease with many special summer memories. As a sponsor, you will be invited to visit the local MDA camp during special sponsor VIP Day. You’ll see the joy that your participation in this program creates. Your involvement will also be saluted on the local broadcast of the MDA Labor Day Telethon.”
Darby continued, “Become a sponsor! Help youngsters with neuromuscular diseases in your community and 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 us at (201) 939-7500.”
To review more about ERA Justin Realty MDA fundraising, simply go to their website at www.ERAJustin.com and click on MDA efforts.
Realtor Monir "Matt" Hanna and ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner Jennifer Darby finalize rental availability at South Bergen Counties newest luxury rental complex, The Gate.
Manhattan Style and Luxury Living Comes to Rutherford
Rutherford: Nearing completion is the newest addition to the luxury realty landscape at 17-19 Meadow Road, Rutherford, New Jersey. ERA Justin Realty is the brokerage firm selected to offer 40 luxury one, two and three bedroom apartments with easy walk to mid-Manhattan transportation.
Jennifer Darby, ERA Justin Realty Broker Co-owner after viewing each of the apartment designs stated, "The apartment designs and luxury appointments are what you might find in only the finest Manhattan apartments. They were designed with the highest quality construction."
Matt Hanna, ERA Justin Realtor added, "I have been involved with The Gate project from inception, through construction and was on-site through the entire construction process. Our developer has included only the finest in this magnificent elevator building. Of the forty apartments that will be available, currently we have released to the market a total of fourteen luxury apartments."
"All apartment units include granite counter-tops, stainless steel GE appliances, marble floor-to-ceiling baths with massage jet showers, Jacuzzi style tubs, high-hat recessed lighting and crown and base moldings, upgraded washers, dryers and dishwashers. Each unit features private balconies, and that's only the beginning, there is so much more," added Jennifer.
The apartment units are available to be seen by appointment. Matt and all of the ERA Justin Realty Realtors can be reached at the ERA Justin Realty offices at (201) 939-7500. By cell phone reach Matt at (201) 893-0643.
ERA Justin Realtors Kristen Davis and Fara Espandi received highest honors from ERA Real Estate for their individual production in listings taken, listings sold and sales for 2008.
These two achievers in conjunction with the entire ERA Justin Realty sales team were cited for outstanding service to their firm, the communities in which they sell and for their charitable contributions.
From 3,000 ERA real estate offices nationwide, ERA Justin Realty was noted as being number eighty-six. Ron Darby, ERA Justin Broker stated, "Kristen and Fara set the benchmark for all members of our listing and sales team and for these efforts ERA Corporate has brought special honors to us. We are very proud." ERA Justin Realty maintains two Rutherford offices and their entire staff can be reached at (201) 939-7500, (201) 438-0588 and (201) 438-SOLD.
ERA Justin Realtors recently stepped up to the challenge and attended an intense two-day workshop with other top producing ERA Realtors throughout New Jersey. These professionals explored all aspects of the continuing fragile real estate economy to better serve the needs of their sellers and buyers. Pictured left to right: Jennifer Darby, Ed Bulger, Terry Mertens, Cathy Vick, Ilene Harpuder, Adolf Pastorek, Carol Calamari, Calliopi "Calli" Pelidis, Grace Tirrito, Monir "Matt" Hanna, Louise Bloomer, Tom Hilt. Seated: Rosemarie Zembryski, Fara Espandi, Karen Kelly and Mary Iannaccone. Carol Darby co-owner congratulated these elite achievers for their focus and excellence in training and for completing successful transactions within the firm.
For ERA Justin Realtors School is Never Out
Surviving and Winning in a Challenging Market
For many Americans, the common perception is that January begins another year and one more opportunity to fulfill well-intentioned resolutions. However, Realtors® know that spring, in actuality, initiates another season of learning, new beginnings and possibilities.
For real estate professionals at ERA Justin Realty, the season of learning is 365 days long. Back-to-school simply marks the next phase in an unbroken cycle of professional education. Why the focus on education?
Carol Darby, who congratulated a focused group of ERA Justin Realtors said, “As I am sure you have noticed, the business of being a Realtor® has become significantly more complex. 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. As cell phones replace office phones and electronic organizers replace appointment books, the power of the Internet offers the possibility of 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 must be prepared to meet if we are to continue to best serve the interests of our clients. Therefore, the knowledge base that each one of us must possess grows daily.
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 instills value in what we do.
Fortunately, the 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 and learning how to work in an industry that changes quickly, modifying prices, a smaller group of approved buyers all serves to put each of us in control of what we learn and when we learn it. Our personal curriculum is limited only by what we wish to know, and by the depth of our motivation to improve our standing as real estate professionals. This is the platform from which we build our business to be successful for our sellers and buyers in this fragile real estate economy.”
Carol concluded, “We are proud to offer this, one of a series of informational topics for homeowners and to advise that our sales team goes the extra distance for their buyers and sellers each day with continuing education which positively impacts them either in their purchase or sale. 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.
Cathy Vick, ERA Justin Realtor, with the entire firm of Realtor agents offer buyer opportunities at Four Seasons at Great Notch a premier adult community. After previewing the community amenities, the firm enthusiastically endorsed all being offered. Cathy and the ERA Justin staff have the details for preferred units with special incentive pricing including free exciting upgrades on selected models.
ERA Justin Realty Reviews Opportunities at Outstanding Area Community
According to Cathy Vick, ERA Justin Realtor, when Ron Darby, Broker Co-owner took his agents to visit K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Great Notch, his intention was to let them see the homes they’d be selling.
Ron said he had driven past the community a number of times but never visited until Steve Sacher, K. Hovnanian sales consultant, stopped in his office to ask if Ron and his team would be interested in showing Four Seasons at Great Notch to their buyers.
“I brought my whole staff of agents, and Steve toured us through the community and the model homes,” Ron said. “As I was leaving, I said ‘I’m sure we’ll be able to sell here – in fact, I’m buying one myself.’ Before the week was out, my wife and I had bought one. Another surprise, when he met some of his new neighbors, several more Realtors. I had no idea they were homeowners too.”
Cathy said, “That says a lot for this community. Realtors are savvy people – if they bought here, you know it’s a good place to be and I along with my other ERA Justin Realtor agents have the details for preferred units with special incentive pricing including free exciting upgrades on selected models. We will arrange a private tour of the model homes, the condominiums, the varied layouts and locations. Best of all, it’s just a short ten minute drive from our office.”
Ron said, “There are two things in particular that are very appealing about Four Seasons at Great Notch: the layout of the community and the spectacular clubhouse.”
“The layout is extraordinary,” he said. “I’ve seen many of these adult communities, and often they’re very boxed in – the only view is of the neighbor’s house. Here, there are many views of the New York skyline. It’s just phenomenal and the clubhouse is beyond extraordinary.”
“They’re not missing any amenities at all,” he said. “The tennis court will be going in soon; the indoor and outdoor pools are already in use … any amenity a homeowner could want they’ll find here.”
Ron said, “The level of service provided by our Cathy Vick and the Four Seasons at Great Notch sales consultants you’ll find unparalleled. We’ll all bend over backwards and do our best to make you happy. You will love this community.”
Cathy agreed, “We sell property every day. We see homes and communities all the time, but we wouldn’t necessarily want to live there ourselves. But all of us, when we saw Four Seasons at Great Notch, knew we wanted to be part of it.”
Ron concluded, “Four Seasons at Great Notch boasts luxury villas, garden homes and a 25,000-square-foot clubhouse that is the premier leisure facility in Passaic County. The magnificent clubhouse, which features views of the New York City skyline, offers residents and their guests everything from indoor and outdoor aquatic activities to billiards, cards, a fully equipped fitness center and even a coffee shop.”
Because of their daily efforts, ERA Justin Realty received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2008 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award,’ one of 14 premier ERA real estate firms from 3,000 across the nation, as well as being honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm for 2007 and 2008. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive these accolades. Ask to see their publication ‘Real Estate Results In Writing’ a report of 720 testimonials from their satisfied buyers and sellers to learn what ERA Justin Realty can do for you at Four Seasons at Great Notch.”
Cathy Vick and the staff of ERA Justin 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, (201) 438-0588 or (201) 438-SOLD. Also view 1000s of homes at their website at www.ERAJustin.com.”
ERA Justin Realty announces that the firm has one of Bergen Counties most successful teams of Realtor agents. With team effort, comprehensive advertising and marketing of their listings, the firm's buyers and sellers benefit in their real estate needs in this current real estate market. The firm is seeking additional agents wanting to improve and grow their real estate careers.
ERA JUSTIN REALTY OFFERS AGENT OPPORTUNITIES
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 owner and broker in the real estate industry for 41 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 always honored to have NJAR ‘Circle of Excellence’ award achievers. To be an achiever, one should be with achievers.
Ron Darby speaks from great experience. The firm’s management team has hired, trained and guided agents to success hundreds of times. Many ERA Justin Realty agents have been with the firm for decades, with earnings greater than at most area real estate firms.
He continued, “As real estate trends change, as agents commission needs change, we watch and listen. ERA Justin Realty has one of the strongest commission structures for agents, once again bringing our firm to the forefront in earnings; outdistancing many competing real estate firms in earning potential. We also give our agents the greatest buyer base potential with stronger advertising than any other real estate firm in South Bergen County. Full color page advertising of our listings in the leading newspapers brings an abundance of potential buyers, while giving our sellers more marketing exposure than other firms. Stronger opportunities come from our marketing on more than 24 national websites and search engines as more than 80% of buyers begin their home search on the Internet. Our ‘Winning Edge Teammate Advantage’ benefit package is not obtainable at other firms. We proudly are considered a real estate market leader by thousands of buyers and sellers and offer internal training programs and a superior level of support as requested by our agents.”
ERA Justin Realty is continually honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm worldwide from 3,000 ERA offices and is the recipient of the ‘ERA Commitment to Excellence’ award, one of fourteen firms to receive this prestigious award worldwide for six consecutive years. For these reasons, agents both newly licensed and experienced who join us have the potential to begin strong earnings immediately. Our ‘Winning Edge Teammate Advantage’ commission 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, he said, “Our team of sales agents exceeds buyer and seller expectations, and through their daily efforts they continue 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.”
Darby concluded, “To learn more, phone Jennifer Darby at (201) 939-7500 or view our website at www.ERAJustin.com. If you are a career-minded full-time licensed agent, serious about your real estate business, but not advancing at your current firm, it may be time to make that phone call. Making a decision to make the call is a tough decision, from there, the rest is easy. We’ll show you how!”
Carol Darby, ERA Justin Realty co-owner offers consumer information regarding the federal income tax credit of up to $8,000 for first time homebuyers. The firm's Realtor agents stand ready with answers to buyer and seller questions as well as information on new low interest rate mortgages available for the spring, 2009 market for qualified buyers.
First-Time Homebuyers Federal Income Tax Credit Improved and Extended
ERA Justin Realty notes beneficial changes in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act “Individuals and couples contemplating the purchase of their first home have an opportunity to take advantage of a federal income tax credit that can help put them in the home of their dreams – and the incentive is even more attractive than before,” noted Carol Darby co-owner of ERA Justin Realty located in Rutherford.
"The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act modified the existing, temporary federal income tax credit for qualified first-time homebuyers," said Darby, “and for those who qualify, the changes to this incentive make it even more valuable. The incentive has been extended, but it won’t last forever for those considering home ownership in 2009 and is proving to be a unique and compelling opportunity."
In this version of the tax credit, qualified "first-time" buyer - defined as an individual who has not owned a home during the past three years can receive a federal tax credit of 10 percent of the cost of their principal residence, up to a maximum credit of $8,000. Buyers receive a tax credit on their personal income tax return in the calendar year following the year of closing on their home.
Unlike the previously available tax credit, the modified version does not require homebuyers to repay the credit as long as they retain ownership of the home, as their primary residence, for three years. This incentive is also retroactive covering homes purchased on or after January 1, 2009.
"This tax credit provides one more sound reason for first-time buyers to take advantage of today’s attractive interest rates and ample inventory of homes, as well as save on their federal taxes," Darby said. "The benefits are significant. To simplify the explanation, if a home costs $65,000, the allowable credit is $6,500. For a home that’s purchased for $120,000, the allowable credit is $8,000. In our market area the allowable credit will typically be $8,000."
She cautions that although the incentive has been extended, it is only temporary. To be eligible for the tax credit, qualified first-time buyers must purchase and reside in the principal residence before December 1, 2009. Other eligibility requirements must be met to receive the credit, Darby noted, including income limits. Individuals who exceed the limit may be eligible for a partial credit. Buyers should seek advice from a professional tax advisor for specific tax calculations.
To find out more about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act temporary federal income tax credit for first-time homebuyers and whether it may be available to you, call one of the ERA Justin Realtor professionals who will give you all current updates. The firm has many mortgage lenders who have all details at hand for you.
Carol Darby concluded, “We proudly offer continuing articles in the media as an added measure to make our phrase ‘There is a difference in real estate companies,’ more than just a phrase, but a reality. Because of our daily efforts, we received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2008 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award,’ one of 14 premier ERA real estate firms from 3,000 across the nation, as well as being honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm for 2007 and 2008. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive these accolades. Ask to see our publication ‘Real Estate Results In Writing’ our report of 720 testimonials from our satisfied buyers and sellers to learn what ERA Justin Realty can do for you.” For these reasons we hope to be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.”
The ERA Justin Realty 2008 New Jersey Association of Realtors best-of-the-best Circle of Excellence Award winners presented at the RealSource Association of Realtors meeting recently.
Pictured left to right is: Rosemarie Zembryski, Cathy Vick, Glenn Elliot, Kristen Davis and Fara Hamzeh. Jennifer Darby co-owner and broker stated that real estate market conditions made the 2008 award even more prestigious as their outstanding efforts and focus for their buyers and sellers truly makes them one of the best-of-the-best.
ERA JUSTIN REALTY NJAR 2008 CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARDS PRESENTED
Rutherford: Each year the New Jersey Association of Realtors honors its top producers in sales and listings sold. Based upon Realtor production with focus to detail, agents throughout New Jersey are awarded for their outstanding efforts each year.
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.
Jennifer Darby, ERA Justin Realty broker and co-owner offered personal accolades to the ERA Justin Realty team of sales professionals and stated, “When you examine the structure of each real estate transaction, one can appreciate the reasons why these fine sales-professionals have been awarded. There are groups of individuals involved, including buyers, sellers each with their attorney, mortgage lenders, appraisers and underwriters, home, termite and radon inspectors, community building inspectors for the final certificate of occupancy and other varied inspectors. Add to this hand-delivery of documents, dozens of hours on the phone with buyers and sellers and only then can one appreciate the value of this outstanding NJAR award. Our best-of-the-best 2008 winners include Rosemarie Zembryski, Cathy Vick, Glenn Elliot, Kristen Davis and Fara Hamzeh in the Bronze category. At a special congratulatory breakfast and meeting held by the RealSource Association of Realtors, Jennifer Darby congratulated each team member as they were awarded from the podium. My business associates, Ron Darby, Carol Darby and I are extremely proud of their ERA Justin Realty team efforts. Each year they exceed their buyers and sellers expectations. They are truly Realtors of choice. Add this to our award winners profiles and your choice of Realtor should be an easy determination. We’d love to be your Realtor.”
Fara Espandi, a long-term Realtor with ERA Justin Realty has been recognized throughout Bergen, Passaic and Essex Counties as one of the best-of-the best. Along with other Realtors at the firm she also received honors for the 2008 Circle of Excellence New Jersey Association of Realtors Award plus being honored as the firm's Leadership Circle Top Producer of 2008.
ERA Justin Realty Leadership Circle Honors For Fara Espandi
It takes responsible schooling, training and focus in this quickly changing real estate industry to be successful for area sellers who rely on their Realtors. For the real estate professionals at ERA Justin Realty, the semester for learning is 365 days long. A perfect example is Fara Espandi who recently received ‘Leadership Circle honors’ as the firm’s ‘Top Producer of the Year for 2008.’
Ron Darby, ERA Justin Realty broker co-owner said “The business of being a Realtor has become significantly more complex. Innovation in technology and the knowledge required to apply it effectively to our profession continues to proceed at a dizzying pace. Our buyers and sellers 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 proficient with using technology as they are. As cell phones replace home phones and electronic organizers replace appointment books, the power of the Internet dominates as a global marketing presence to every Realtor at our firm, where approximately 85% of buyers begin their housing search on the Internet.
‘Leadership Circle Award’ winner Fara Espandi stated, “The industry 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 must be prepared to meet to best serve the interests of our buyers and sellers. Therefore, the knowledge base that each one of us must have grows daily.
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 fazed out of existence long ago. Our continuing education and training helps clients and customers reach their real estate goals that instill value in what we do. There is a difference in real estate companies.”
Fara continued, “The intelligent use of technology has always been a core principle at ERA Justin Realty, particularly when it comes to education. We attend ongoing training through ERA Corporate E-Campus, the RealSource Association of Realtors and through the National Association of Realtors with innovative use of communications and multimedia technology.
With our ongoing training and education specifically tuned to short-sales, foreclosures and related topics due to the national economic downturn, Realtors don't have to wait until the end of a semester to find out how they are doing. The results are visible in a buyer’s happiness when they find a home that meets their needs both financially and a successful sale for our sellers in this modifying real estate market. We measure our successes and how we are doing every day.”
Ron Darby concluded, “We are proud to honor Fara as our top-producer of the year with ‘Leadership Circle honors.’ We offer continuing articles in the media as an added measure to make our phrase ‘There is a difference in real estate companies,’ more than just a phrase, but a reality. Because of our daily efforts, we received the prestigious ERA world-wide 2003 through 2008 ‘Commitment to Excellence Award,’ one of 14 premier ERA real estate firms from 3,000 across the nation, as well as being honored as a ‘Top-100’ ERA firm for 2007 and 2008. Only outstanding business entities are honored and receive these accolades. Ask to see our publication ‘Real Estate Results In Writing’ our report of 720 testimonials from our satisfied buyers and sellers to learn what ERA Justin Realty can do for you.” For these reasons we hope to be your buying and selling Realtor of choice.”
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