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New Bills Introduced by Lawmakers

Focus on Homeownership in NJ


New bills have advanced through the NJ State Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee this month. Highlights include:


  • A Homeowner assistance voucher program
  • Protection for tenants from lead in drinking water
  • Assistance to weatherize homes in order to conserve energy
  • Expansion of eviction bans on seniors and disabled
  • Increase support for affordable housing for veterans


Click here for the full article and links to the bills that would need to pass through both chambers and be signed by Governor Murphy.

You Tell Us: Will Existing Home Sales Improve in 2023?

What do you think will happen? We will share the poll percentages in next week's issue of NEXUSConnect.

Will Existing Home Sales Improve in 2023?
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It Could Go Either Way

New Help is Here for Your Clients Affected by Hurricane Ida


The NEXUS Legislative Committee's Municipal Monitor reported on new programs to help homeowners and renters. Some include:


  • The Homeowner Assistance and Recovery Program will provide up to $300,000 to eligible homeowners to restore homes.


  • The Small Rental Repair Program offers forgivable loans to rental property owners.


  • The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program provides rent assistance for lower-income families.


  • Housing counseling and legal services will support nonprofits and legal organizations offering Hurricane Ida assistance.


For more on these programs, click here.

Ocean County Will Pay $7.5 Million for Beach Replenishment Project


The entire local cost ($7.5 million) of a planned beach replenishment project for the northern barrier island will be paid by Ocean County Government.


Officials say the state-wide project will cost $60 million total. Click here and scroll to the "Ocean County" section to read the full story.

Networking is the Name of the Game: YPN March Madness Event Photos



The NEXUS Young Professionals Network (YPN) celebrated the first round of the NCAA Basketball tournament during their March Madness event at PJ Whelihan's last week. Click here to view the photo gallery.


All eyes were on the games being played. However, the real fun was networking with industry peers. Stay tuned for more YPN events.


Thank you to our amazing sponsors: Citizens Bank, City Abstract, and Risk Reduction Plus Group.

You Will Need this Addendum to Do Business in Greenbriar One

The Greenbriar Homeowners Association recently published an addendum to their Contract of Sale for all home sales in Greenbriar, an adult community in Brick, NJ.


The addendum includes meeting with the Homeowners Renters Committee prior to closing a title, having at least one occupant 55+ years of age living in Greenbriar, and more.


Click here to download the addendum for your use.

Show 3, Buy 1...The Myth's of Buyer's Agency 



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March 21st

6-8 pm

Members: $10 / Non-Members: $20


  • Learn the professional way to handle a buyer's agency relationship
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March 28th

6-8 pm

Members: $15


  • Master proper ways to handle common issues that arise during a transaction.
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Endangering Your Real Estate License



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March 30th

6-8 pm

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  • Learn ethical use of social media advertising, MLS rules and new business models.
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April 30th is the CE Requirement Deadline


All Continuing Education (CE) Credits are required to be completed by April 30, 2023.


Avoid a $200 late fee assessed to your license renewal by the New Jersey Real Estate Commission.

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February 2023 Market Report

Higher mortgage rates led to a bumpy rebound across the Mid-Atlantic. View and download a detailed analysis of February’s housing market activity broken down by region. Read and share.


Free Bright Training Webinars (members only)

4/12/23 | 10:00 am-11:00 am - Creating a CMA with Bright MLS

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