September 12, 2024

Change to MJAR Member Newsletter

Beginning this week, the MJAR member newsletter will be sent out every other week. On the alternating weeks, you will receive a weekly email that highlights the events, classes, and trainings scheduled for that specific week. We hope you find the information useful and enjoyable!

MJAR

2025 Committees

Applications Open

Deadline to submit an application - Friday, October 25

Volunteering is one of the best ways to reap the benefits of MJAR membership. MJAR offers many opportunities to try new roles in a supportive environment where you can develop new skills and build confidence. In addition, you will form lasting relationships with like-minded peers who can help you grow professionally. If you are interested in applying for a 2025 MJAR Committee, click the button to the right to complete the application and view a list of the 2025 MJAR Committees.

We recently consolidated our phone system, and moving forward, we will have one office number only - (732) 442-3400. When you call our office, you will hear a list of departments with extensions to better direct your question. You can also reach us at:

FAX: (732) 442-7323

For general questions, email us: Info@MidJerseyAOR.com.

YWCA Emergency Care Package Drive

Thank you to Bright MLS for their generous donation to the MJAR Emergency Care Package Drive held this summer - benefitting the YWCA of Princeton. The purpose of the drive was to help those in need by collecting items that are in short supply at the YWCA.

The drive was brought to you by the 2024 MJAR Community Service Committee.

Now that practice changes are part of a new reality for your real estate business, what does it look like to move forward confidently as you adjust your operations and conversations with home buyers and sellers? You’re likely prepared for the potential challenges, but you must also focus on where the opportunities lie. Host Marki Lemons Ryhal discusses how real estate professionals can navigate the road ahead with two broker-owners.

New MJAR Information Hub about the

Consumer Protection Enhancement Act (CPEA) & NAR Practice Changes

Visit our new web page on the MJAR website, which contains valuable information you need to navigate the post-NAR settlement real estate industry.

The new page is your one-stop source, providing all the essential information to keep you informed and empowered about the Real Estate Consumer Protection Enhancement Act (CPEA) and the NAR practice changes. It's packed with resources from the National Association of REALTORS®, New Jersey REALTORS®, and Bright MLS.

Review the information on the webpage and use of the available resources to ensure compliance and protect your organization. The information will be updated as it becomes available, and we encourage you revisit it for frequent updates. 

Don't forget to bookmark the webpage. You can also find the page on the MJAR website at www.MidJerseyAOR.com, in the "REALTOR Resources" menu.

NJ Legal Update with

Barry Goodman (In-Person)

Tuesday, October 1

10 AM

Continental Breakfast: 9:30 AM

Member Cost: $25

Non-Member Cost: $50

Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS® invites you to join Barry Goodman, Chief Counsel for the New Jersey REALTORS®, for an update on New

Jersey legal issues affecting all licensees. The session will be followed by a brief Q & A period. View the flyer here.



Domain Listing Scam Targeting NAR Members

NAR members have received mailers from DomainNetworks.com claiming to offer “domain listing” services for domain names, including .realestate domain names. This mailer is not from NAR and is not an invoice for renewing your .realtor or .realestate domain names. Learn more here.

This week, Acting Gov. Tahesha Way signed new legislation prohibiting discriminatory practices in real estate appraisals. The law makes three major changes:

• Updates the Real Estate Appraisal Act and confirms that it is illegal for real estate appraisers to consider certain personal characteristics when determining the value of a property.
• Requires appraisers to complete a fair housing and appraisal bias course offered by the Appraisal Qualifications Board of the Appraisal Foundation.
• Creates another way for property owners to seek remedies for home appraisal discrimination.

Learn more.

Request Bright MLS Training for Your Office on Changes for

NAR Settlement Compliance

If you'd like to request Bright MLS training for your office, complete a request form here.

Your agents will gain in-person training from a Bright MLS Cusomer Success Coach about Bright changes to ensure NAR settlement compliance and enhance transparency for homebuyers and sellers.



New Consumer Information

Hamilton Township REALTORS® Meeting

Tuesday, September 24

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Bring your questions, challenges, and concerns to the Hamilton Township team. Representatives from the Administration, Economic Development, Housing & Landlord Division & Vacant and Abandoned Property Divisions will be available to answer any questions or concerns and provide information to improve your clients' experience in Hamilton's home buying and selling process.

Location: Council Chambers in the Municipal Building, 2090 Greenwood Ave. Hamilton, NJ 08609

Stay Informed About the Latest Happenings

and Legislation impacting the

Real Estate Industry