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NJ Realtors® Meets with NJ Real Estate Commission
On Tuesday, December 1, NJ Realtors® CEO, Jarrod Grasso, and General Counsel, Barry Goodman, spoke in front of the NJ Real Estate Commission to ensure the continued ability for real estate licensees to be independent contractors. New Jersey Realtors® has closely monitored proceedings around the country surrounding the ability for Realtors® to continue to […]
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NAR Conference Recap
On November 16, the NAR Board of Directors met during the NAR annual conference in San Diego to discuss and approve a number of issues vital to the Realtor® community. Below are the highlights from this important meeting. Free Forms Benefit from NAR The new zipLogix® benefit means members will get free access to various forms […]
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2015 Assembly Election Recap
Following the elections for the State Assembly on November 3, the Democratic party has expanded their control in the General Assembly, controlling at least 51 seats in the next session of the State Legislature, up from the 48 seats currently held by the Democratic party. At least three seats have changed control from the Republican […]
North Brunswick Reduces CCO Inspection Fees
At its meeting on November 3, 2015, the North Brunswick Township Council adopted an ordinance creating a new Certificate of Continued Occupancy inspection requirement. Working with the Middlesex County Association of Realtors®, New Jersey Realtors® was able to have the fees that sellers would have to pay when selling their homes reduced. As originally discussed earlier […]
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CFPB and House of Representatives Respond to TRID Concerns
In the days and weeks leading up to the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule, many industry leaders, including NAR, grew increasingly concerned about the harsh penalties that could come as the result of a misstep in following the new procedures. In response to these apprehensions, the House of Representative passed a bill created to assist smaller […]
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Watch the Webinar! Updated Statewide Sales Contract
On Monday, September 28, NJ Realtors® CEO, Jarrod Grasso, and Chief Counsel, Barry Goodman, provided more than 600 attendees with an informational overview of the NJ Realtors® updated Statewide Sales Contract (form 118). Now available through the NJ Realtors® online forms platform, this new form has been revamped to suit the needs of agents throughout the state […]
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Hiring a REALTOR® vs. For Sale by Owner
Having lived in your home for years, if not decades, there’s no arguing that you know the ins-and-outs of your current residence better than anyone else. However, that doesn’t mean that you’re going to be the best person to sell your home when you decide to move. Though tempting, For Sale By Owner transactions are […]
Important Information Regarding the Updated Contract of Sale
In accordance with the upcoming TILA-RESPA Integration on October 3, and to further address the expressed needs of members throughout the state, the New Jersey Realtors® Risk Management Committee has created an updated version of the Standard Form of Real Estate Sales Contract (Form 118) to comply with TRID regulations as well as a brand new […]
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2015 Diversity & Fair Housing Forum
On October 29 a group of enthused Realtors® gathered for the 2015 Diversity & Fair Housing Forum. Held at the Forsgate Country Club, attendees learned about the distinguishing characteristics, emerging trends and distinct real estate goals and challenges in serving diverse markets. In addition, Barry S. Goodman, Esq. taught a session on complying with the Fair […]
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Pick the Right Projects to Boost Resale Value
When it’s time to finally take the dive and list a home for sale, many sellers will rush to update, reconstruct, and replace the lackluster parts of their home. But are they picking the right projects? In order to get the maximum return on investment on any pre-sale construction job, consult the 2015 Cost v. […]
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