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Weekly Newsletter
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
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An October Message From Greater Bergen REALTORS®
2024 President, Lisa Comito
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Help NAR's Charitable REALTORS® Relief Foundation In Aiding Victims Of Hurricane Helene.
Every Donation Helps To Provide Hope.
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The REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF) is a charitable organization dedicated to providing housing-related assistance to victims of disasters. Created as a REALTOR®-driven response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks, RRF continues to restore and rebuild communities affected by disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes, earthquakes, and tornadoes thanks to the generosity of individual REALTORS®, REALTOR® Associations, and affiliated organizations.
Thanks to the tremendous support of REALTORS® Relief Foundation donors, RRF continues to provide hope to families across the nation.
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REMINDER!
The Deadline To Earn A Circle Of Excellence® Point Is October 7th! Don't Delay, Invest Today!
A Minimum $100 RPAC Investment Earns One COE Point!
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*Please Note, The Deadline For The 2024 New Jersey REALTORS® Circle Of Excellence Sales Award® Unit Is October 7, 2024.
This is the deadline for local boards and associations to receive contributions to the Real Estate Political Action Committee (RPAC) to be eligible for a unit towards the award.
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FREE Member Event! Register Today!
The 2024 Annual Meeting Is October 15, 2024!
With Keynote Speaker, Logan Mohtashami HousingWire® Economist and Data Analyst
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Join Us For GBR's 2024 Annual Meeting! Enjoy a complimentary breakfast, meet colleagues, network with peers, learn about association updates, overview of CPEA, vote on two key issues: 2025 Budget and Board of Directors. Plus, meet our affiliate sponsors and be part of their prize drawings. You must be present to win!
Keynote Speaker:
Logan Mohtashami, HousingWire® Economist
Understanding The 2024-2025 Housing Market: Inventory, Rates, And Affordability
New This Year!
A Fireside Chat With Lisa Comito, Greater Bergen REALTORS® 2024 President
And Logan Mohtashami, Housingwire® Economist.
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe
100 Frank W Burr Blvd, Teaneck, NJ 07666
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EXCLUSIVE GBR Member Benefit!
Sign Up For A FREE HousingWire Subscription For A Full View Of The Housing Market!
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GBR is offering members a FREE subscription with HousingWire!
In a housing industry that is increasingly complex and interconnected, real estate leaders rely on HousingWire for the full picture. HousingWire provides housing leaders with a complete view of the housing market – including news, market data, housing research
& more!
Visit the Greater Bergen REALTORS® HousingWire page and click "Get Access" to enter your information and sign up today!
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SPECIAL CELEBRATION DEAL!
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee,
Young Professionals Network, and The Global Business Council Present:
Hispanic Heritage Celebration "Viva La Casa"
HURRY! LIMITED TIME DEAL!
GET 2 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 1!
ALL-INCLUSIVE: APPS, DINNER, DRINKS, MUSIC, DANCING!
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Join us for a special salute to Hispanic Heritage Month - advancing homeownership and DEI in the real estate industry! Your all-inclusive ticket includes apps, dinner, and drinks for you AND a guest! Plus, live music and dancing!
October 10, 2024
6:00PM - 9:00PM
GET TWO TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE!
$50 For Members | $60 Non-members
La Havana 59 110 Moonachie Ave., Moonachie, NJ 07074
*Join us for a FREE CE Class on October 10th from 9:00AM - 12:00PM, Helping Hispanic Immigrants With The Purchasing Process, with instructor Dora Omana.
Click HERE to register for the class!
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The REALTORS Care Foundation Is Now Accepting 2025 Trustee Applications
Apply Today! Deadline: Friday, November 1, 2024
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The REALTORS® Care Charitable Foundation lends focus and strength to Greater Bergen REALTORS®' tradition of giving back to the community. REALTORS®, individually and collectively, do more than sell houses and are generous of their time and money.
The mission of the REALTORS® Care Charitable Foundation is to provide support to those in need and to improve the quality of life in the communities where our members
live and work.
Join The Board Of Trustees & Help Us Make A Difference! Apply Today!
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The Community Service Committee & JL Blessings Are Hosting A Backpack Donation Drive!
Help Fill Backpacks For People In Need With Two Easy Ways To Donate Today! Donate Items Directly From Amazon via Ray Thorne's Gift Registry or Drop-Off Items At GBR Headquarters!
THANK YOU!
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Join the Community Service Committee and JL Blessings in their joint mission to help people in need. The backpack donation drive includes an online Amazon gift registry that will run through October 23, 2024. You can also drop off items at GBR Headquarters.
Give Today!
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NEW! FREE For Members!
"Let's Talk" All About The All In One Mortgage: The Most Powerful Mortgage Available
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The All-In-One Mortgage is the most powerful mortgage on the market. The flexibility of it is unmatched – it’s proprietary to us at CMG and we have a patent for this product. Perfect for cash-flow positive individuals. Helps build net-worth, 24/7 access to equity, funds for emergencies, pays down the mortgage in record time, etc.
Course takeaways:
•How Borrowers can gain more control and leverage their own money
•Mortgage Banking and Everyday Banking reimagined
•Comparison of "typical" mortgage versus the All-In-One
•See the power of the only principal paid first mortgage in the country
October 10, 2024
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Hybrid
FREE For Members | $20 Non-Members
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NEW! FREE For Members!
"Let's Talk" What Is A 1031 Exchange? Learn The Fundamentals
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Learn the fundamentals of 1031 tax-deferred exchanges in the dynamic realm of commercial real estate. This course is designed for real estate professionals to help your clients save on their taxes. Each 1031 exchange has a buy-and-sell transaction so you can grow your business. However, the IRS imposes specific timelines and rules for 1031 exchanges. Our experts are here to explain the requirements of identifying suitable like-kind properties within the stipulated time frames. Don't miss this opportunity!
October 23, 2024
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Hybrid
FREE For Members | $20 Non-Members
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New! FREE For Members!
"Let's Talk" Maximizing Your Success: Get More Offers Accepted With Anniemac Home Mortgage's Unique Programs
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Join us for an in-depth look at our exclusive programs that are statistically proven to get more of your offers accepted, gain more listings, and enhance your real estate practice overall. You will gain valuable insights and tools to help you leverage these programs effectively and elevate your success in this competitive market.
Course takeaways:
- Discover unique alternate documentation programs for first and second mortgages.
- Understand how we can help you get your clients up to $22,000 provided by the state on NJ for closing costs.
October 31, 2024
11:30AM - 12:30PM
Hybrid
FREE For Members | $20 Non-Members
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The Global Business Council And The Diversity, Equity,
& Inclusion Committee Present:
Diwali Celebration: Building Bridges With India
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Join The Global Business Council and The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committees in celebrating Diwali – The Festival of Lights with a guided tour of the Akshardham Mahamandir, Robbinsville, NJ. Experience art, culture, architecture, and more. You won’t want to miss this opportunity. Your ticket includes a guided tour and lunch to follow! Register today!
October 23, 2024
10:00AM - 1:00PM
BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham
112 N Main St, Robbinsville, NJ 08561
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$ign Up & $ave! Early Bird Pricing!
Earn The Short Sales & Foreclosure Certification
In Just One Day!
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The Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) certification is for REALTORS® who want to hone the skills that will allow them to help buyers and sellers of distressed properties.
What you gain:
- Direct distressed sellers to finance, tax, and legal professionals
- Qualify sellers for short sales
- Develop a short-sale package
- Negotiate with lenders
- Tap into buyer demand
- Safeguard your commission
- Limit risk
- Protect buyers
October 18, 2024
9:00AM - 4:30PM
Instructor: Patricia Badia
Pricing: $125 For Members | $150 Non-members
EARLY BIRD PRICING: $99 For Members | $125 Non-members
Credits: NJ 7 Elective/ NY 6 Hours
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FREE For Members! Register Today!
Earn The Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) Designation For FREE In Just Two Days!
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The Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) Designation is for real estate buyer's agents who focus on working directly with buyer-clients at every stage of the home-buying process. This is a two-day designation course.
What you gain:
- Valuable real estate education that elevates your skills and knowledge in the eyes of home buyers.
- Ongoing specialized information, programs, and updates that keep you knowledgeable on the issues and trends facing home buyers.
- Access to members-only publications, marketing tools and resources.
October 21-22, 2024
9:00AM - 5:00PM
FREE For Members
Instructors: Rhoda Moss-Latimer, Evelyn Paladino
Credits: NJ 12 Ethics & NY 15 Hours
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GBR's Center For Professional Development is offering three convenient options for anyone with a busy schedule who is looking to switch careers this season! We know making the change can be hard, that's why we make signing up easy and affordable, providing you options that fit your lifestyle!
Save $150 When You Sign Up With Promo Code: SAVE150
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The Health, Wellness, Safety Council October Tip Of The Month:
Home Security
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COMING SOON!
GBR Health, Wellness, Safety Council Blood Drive!
Can We Count On You? Show Your Interest & Sign Up Today!
| GBR is planning a Blood Drive this fall. Can we count on you? Give back to your community in the most meaningful way, saving a life. Your participation is key. Please show your interest by signing up today! We will announce the date. Thank you! | |
A Message From New Jersey REALTORS® CEO, Jarrod Grasso:
Support The REALTORS® Relief Foundation
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As you know, Hurricane Helene has caused significant devastation from Florida to the Carolinas, leaving many families in need of assistance. I am reaching out to New Jersey’s local boards to request financial support of the REALTORS® Relief Foundation (RRF).
The RRF has been here to support New Jersey in our time of need and now I’m asking you to be there for others that need our support.
If you are able to assist, donations can be made through https://rrf.realtor/donate/
Thank you for your consideration during this difficult time.
Jarrod Grasso
Chief Executive Officer
New Jersey REALTORS®
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New Jersey REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® Applications Are Open! | |
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New Jersey REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® recognizes members who have demonstrated excellence in sales. Units are earned for quantity and dollar value of closed transactions throughout the calendar year.
Your application must be submitted to, and approved by, your broker/office manager by January 13, 2025 at 5:00pm EST.
*Please Note, The Deadline For The 2024 New Jersey REALTORS® Circle Of Excellence Sales Award® Unit Is October 7, 2024.
This is the deadline for local boards and associations to receive contributions to the Real Estate Political Action Committee (RPAC) to be eligible for a unit towards the award.
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A Message From Mike McGrew,
President, REALTORS® Relief Foundation
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On Thursday, Hurricane Helene made landfall, carving out a devastating path from Florida’s Gulf Coast through Tennessee bringing widespread destruction, record-level flooding and a death toll exceeding 100 people in six states.
As your heart goes out for the victims of Hurricane Helene, donate now to help bring hope and immediate assistance to those in crisis. Give by 10/11/24 to ensure 100% of your donation is earmarked for Helene victims.
Warm regards,
Mike McGrew
President, REALTORS® Relief Foundation
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Ireland Home Prices Uptick Three Percent Nationwide In Q3 | |
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According to DAFT.ie, housing prices in Ireland increased by an average of 3.1% nationally during the third quarter of 2024. The typical listed price across the country during this period was €344,848, marking a 6.2% rise compared to the same time last year and a 37% increase since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Commenting on the report, its author Ronan Lyons, economist at Trinity College Dublin, said, "While the volume of new homes being built and bought has largely held up in recent quarters, despite rising interest rates, the same cannot be said of the second-hand market. The number of homes coming on to the second-hand market remains very weak. The resulting scarcity of homes has pushed prices up, especially in Dublin, where new homes are being built. The typical second-hand home bought in Dublin between June and September sold for 7.6% above its listed price, the biggest gap since records began in 2010. Conditions elsewhere are similar, with a record average premium of 5.4% above the listed price nationally."
Read More
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The 18th Annual Global Real Estate Summit NYC
Be Globally Minded In A Transformative Age
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Join us at the 18th Annual Global Real Estate Summit NYC, a prestigious gathering hosted by 10 Regional, State and National REALTOR® Associations. The Global Summit is where industry leaders and top global practitioners convene to explore the latest trends and opportunities in the dynamic world of real estate.
November 5, 2024
Fordham University Lincoln Center Campus
113 W 60th Street, New York, NY 10023
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TIPS FOR CONSUMERS/REALTORS®
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How Can Two Appraisers Value The Same Property Differently? | |
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One of the most frustrating things for consumers, agents, and even appraisers involved in a real estate transaction is seeing disparate results in two or more appraisals of a property. Dig beneath the surface and you’ll often find good reasons for the differences. A variety of factors—including timing, purpose of the valuation and comparable sales used—can lead to disparities. Learn more about factors to consider as you try to understand the two different opinions of value.
Read More
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Remind Your Clients!
The General Election Voter Registration Deadline Is
October 15th!
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Serve your clients by providing them useful information regarding general elections and
voter registration.
Download the informational flyer on the three ways to vote by clicking HERE.
The deadline to register for this upcoming general election is October 15th.
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Meet Affiliate Partner, Anthony Tavarez!
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Anthony Tavarez is the V.P. of Operations at Prestige Cleaning of Bergen County. In this role, he oversees the day-to-day operations, ensuring that every aspect of the cleaning process meets the company's stringent standards. Anthony's leadership is instrumental in optimizing workflow, managing the cleaning teams, and ensuring that each client receives consistent, high-quality service. His deep understanding of the industry and strong commitment to operational excellence drive the success of Prestige Cleaning, making it a trusted name in residential cleaning throughout Bergen County.
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Azcona Rodriguez, Rosa - LIFESTYLE International Realty
Calabrese, Suzy - eXp Realty, LLC
Craig, Charissa - Lifestyle International Realty Erik, Aylin - Christie's International
Esposito, Michael - Christie's Int'l RE Group Esposito, Wendy - Christie's Int'l RE Group
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Hong-Choi, Joohee - C Land Realty Co, Palisade Park
Ricca, Daniela - Coldwell Banker, Wyckoff Ricca, Judy - Coldwell Banker, Wyckoff Zakian, Leslie - Serhant New Jersey LLC Zeidan, Ahmad - Prestige Property Group Montcl
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