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Saddle Brook, NJ – August 27, 2024- Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) non-profit organization, the REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF) was thrilled to join a special evening hosted by Stuart Weitzman with One Hope Wine at the Shops At Riverside on August 21, 2024. A percentage of proceeds from the evening benefited the RCF so the organization can continue to fund grants to non-profit organizations in our local communities throughout Northern New Jersey.

Saddle Brook, NJ – July 22, 2024 – Last week, Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) non-profit organization, the REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF) participated in Dining Out Jersey Foodie Expo, at The Terrace at Biagio’s. The 2024 Foodie Expo was a full evening of gourmet food and elevated drinks from the chefs, mixologists, and restaurant owners of the best restaurants in northern New Jersey. The REALTORS® Care Foundation participated in the event by raising awareness of the organization’s mission that REALTORS® do more than sell houses within our local communities, they participate and support community initiatives through fundraising with a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle.

Saddle Brook, NJ – July 1, 2024 –  U.S. existing-home sales fell for the second month in a row, sliding 1.9% month-over-month and 1.9% year-over-year, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), with sales down in all four regions of the country. Higher borrowing costs and accelerating home prices continue to weigh on demand, pushing some prospective buyers to the sidelines and causing market activity to slump ahead of summer.

Saddle Brook, NJ – June 27, 2024 – Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) Health, Wellness, Safety Council (HWSC) proudly hosted their inaugural Health Expo 2024 in conjunction with Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) at GBR headquarters in Saddle Brook, NJ on June 24, 2024, as a free exclusive member benefit to over 110 association members, thanks to exclusive sponsor, Realtor.com.

Health Expo 2024 was an initiative founded by GBR’s Health Wellness Safety Council, whose mission is to address the evolving landscape of real estate, ensuring that the well-being, both physical and mental, of REALTORS® and their safety remain paramount in every facet of the business. Greater Bergen REALTORS® continues to focus on providing members with exclusive benefits, resources, and education.

Saddle Brook, NJ - June 18, 2024 - Greater Bergen REALTORS® hosted the annual Midyear Meeting& Affiliate Trade Show last week at the Teaneck Marriott At Glenpointe for over 300 members.

The highly anticipated event began with a gourmet breakfast and networking in the grand ballroom, where members mingled and met with event sponsors, Main Street Title & Settlement Services; Think Mortgage; Top Notch Moving & Storage LLC.; Ferrer Goldfine Law Group; Clever Inspections; NJ Lenders Corp. Mortgage Bankers; East Coast Capital; Crown Home Mortgage; AnnieMac Home Mortgage; Bond Street Mortgage; NextGen Mortgage; Prestige Cleaning; and Legacy Mortgage Group Inc.

After opening remarks from GBR Chief Executive Officer, Jorge Ledesma, 2024 President, Lisa Comito took the stage, addressing members: "Greater Bergen REALTORS empowers the success of those we serve by focusing on connections, advocacy, resources, and education. Our goal this year is to highlight our REALTOR value to the public, our value as an association to our members, and a focus on helping you with health and mental well-being."

Saddle Brook, NJ – June 13, 2024 - The 2024 DEI Real Estate Summit, a two-day regional Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion summit designed to build curiosity and inclusive practices among members of the real estate industry, was held on June 3-4, 2024, at Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott.

The DEI Real Estate Summit is collaboration between the National Association of REALTORS®, New Jersey REALTORS®, Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR), Hudson Gateway Association of REALTORS®, New York State Association of REALTORS®, North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS®, and Greater Rochester Association of REALTORS®.

Encouraging attendance at such conferences is essential for fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within our industry,” stated GBR Board Director, Dalia Flores. “The DEI Summit provided a platform for REALTORS® to exchange perspectives, establish a common ground, and ensure that every individual is truly recognized and valued.”

Saddle Brook, NJ – June 11, 2024 – Greater Bergen REALTORS® charitable organization, the REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF) hosted their annual event of the summer, the 2024 Golf & Tennis Outing on June 3, 2024 at Montammy Golf Club in Alpine, NJ.

"This organization means a lot to me and my fellow Trustees," stated 2024 RCF President, Shana Sanchez, "It is a lot of boots-on-the-ground work and effort that allows us to make a difference in our communities. We appreciate all who support us and continue to support the REALTORS® Care Foundation’s mission to give back."

Saddle Brook, NJ - April 23, 2024 -  On April 17, 2024, Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) Young Professionals Network (YPN) and the Community Service Committee co-hosted Top Producers Roundtable: Collaboration Over Competition for over 70 members at GBR headquarters. The special program, moderated by 2024 YPN Chair, Kathy Ketabi and 2024 Community Service Committee Chair, Nataly Mendez, featured a panel discussion among six top-selling REALTORS® within the industry.