Branding Your Real Estate Business
Branding yourself as a real estate agent is a tall task, especially in an industry where seemingly everyone already has their place in the market carved out and you’re just a small fish in a big pond. However, that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. By taking a few steps...
Real Estate Social Media Tips
Getting seen on social media is harder than ever, but it’s crucial to networking and getting leads in today’s real estate landscape. If you aren’t on social media, you might as well not exist, and if you’re boring on social media, chances are there’s someone in your...
Success Tips For New Real Estate Agents
Receiving your real estate license is the moment you’ve finally waited for–however, depending on the brokerage you landed in, you might feel like you’re on your own with no real direction. With over a century of real estate experience between our staff, we want to...
5 Tips For Showing A House
You scored a lead, followed up on it, and you have a client ready to purchase a home with you guiding them. Make it easy for your clients to trust you by professionally and efficiently showing them properties that fit the criteria of what they’re looking for, and...
What is the Real Estate Closing Process in NJ?
The real estate closing process in New Jersey is a fairly straightforward procedure that follows four major steps–attorney review, inspections, the mortgage process, and the day of closing. As with any major purchase, it can be a lengthy process, usually taking 30 to...
Real Estate Dictionary
Adjustable-Rate Mortgage: A less predictable loan than the traditional fixed-rate mortgage, the adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) is subject to change based on the interest-rate index it’s tied to. This can result in either lower or higher interest during the life of the...
NJ Real Estate Training
Real estate is a unique industry in that there is no one to hold your hand once you’ve passed your test and become a licensed agent, and being thrown right into the fire can lead to discouraged new agents already wondering if they’ve chosen the right career. Academy...
CE Requirements for NJ Real Estate Agents
Continuing education, or CE, is a necessary step to complete the renewal of your real estate license at the end of each license term. Every state has different requirements, but NJ salespersons and brokers are required to complete 12 credit hours of CE applicable to...
Out of State Real Estate Licenses
The real estate market is booming, and you might recognize that there are opportunities for you in New Jersey real estate if you live in Pennsylvania or New York, or if you live in Florida part-time. If you’re already licensed in another state, don’t let that stop you...
NJ Real Estate Agent Responsibilities
Becoming a real estate agent in New Jersey can be a fast-paced, independent, and fulfilling career when the salesperson is dedicated to their craft. The key word there is independent–while you’re technically under the supervision of a broker, everything that you do is...
How Hard is the NJ Real Estate Exam?
Despite what you may have heard, the NJ Real Estate Exam is more intimidating than difficult–in fact, it has a pass rate of approximately 70%, which means only 3 out of 10 people who take it will fail. On the first try, it still has a pass rate of roughly 60%. If you...
Chris Filiciello
Don’t Become a Victim! Chris Filiciello comes from a real estate background; both his parents have been in the real estate profession for over 25 years. He is now the Security Training Specialist at Keystone Cyber Protection. His goal is to teach business people how...
How To Network For Real Estate
Get Involved In Your Community The relationships you form could very well turn into money down the road, so being as involved as possible in your community is always a good thing. Volunteer with local organizations, attend town hall meetings, and make appearances at...
How To Choose an NJ Real Estate Broker
Congratulations–you passed the NJ state exam! What’s next? It can be a whirlwind as you look to officially begin your real estate career, and the first step is picking the perfect broker to work under. Each one has its benefits and disadvantages, and it’ll all come...
Difference Between A Real Estate Broker and Agent
Many misinformed people use the terms real estate broker and real estate agent interchangeably, but the reality is they are two very different job titles with different qualifications and capabilities. Real estate agents, or salespersons, are entry-level positions...
How To Become a Real Estate Agent in New Jersey
If you believe real estate is right for you, then you’ve already taken step one towards becoming a licensed salesperson in New Jersey. The NJREC requires real estate agents to be at least 18 years old and of good character, have a high school education or equivalent,...
Is Real Estate The Right Industry For Me?
Real estate attracts people from all backgrounds, ages, careers, and areas for a reason–it’s more accessible than ever to get your real estate license now! Before you make that leap, though, you have to ask yourself one question–is real estate right for you? We’re...
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