Waldwick, NJ – (October 19, 2021) Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) recently recognized Frances Blakely, (Re/MAX, Franklin Lakes), with the Greater Bergen Realtors® 2021 REALTOR® of the Year award, presented annually to a Greater Bergen Realtor® member who showcases an outstanding commitment to the Realtors® organization, demonstrates professionalism in their business, and is an expert in the real estate industry.

“I am incredibly honored to be chosen as the Greater Bergen REALTORS® 2021 Realtor ® of the Year.  Collaboration and networking are a vital part of what we do,” said Blakely.  As a REALTOR®, it is so important to be aware of the issues relating to real estate and homeownership on the local, state, and national levels. “, This award demonstrates the faith and trust my clients put in me year after year, she added."

“This award is one of the most esteemed honors presented to REALTORS® each year,” said 2021 Greater Bergen Realtor® Vice President, Nic Esposito. “Frances’ passion for real estate is evident in all she does and makes her most deserving of this prestigious award.”

The award was presented as part of the Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) Annual Meeting in Teaneck, which was the backdrop to bring association members and GBR leadership together to discuss the organization’s pending relocation of its headquarters to Saddle Brook, NJ, along with local and State and legislative updates from the National Association of Realtors®