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Saddle Brook, NJ – September 17, 2024 – Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) will be hosting their Annual Membership Meeting and Affiliate Trade Show on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, from 9:00am-11:30am, at the Glenpointe Marriott in Teaneck, NJ. The Annual Meeting is a complimentary membership-wide meeting providing the latest news for the association, their charity foundation, the REALTORS® Care Foundation (RCF), New Jersey REALTORS®, and the National Association of REALTORS®.

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 24, 2024 –  U.S. existing-home sales declined for the third consecutive month, as higher mortgage rates and rising sales prices hindered market activity during what has traditionally been one of the busiest months of the year. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), sales of previously owned homes dipped 0.7% month-over-month and 2.8% year-over-year, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.11 million units.

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.

Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) celebrated Pride Month in June with the third annual Lunch and Learn event, Empowering LGBTQ+ Voices & Homeownership at GBR headquarters in Saddle Brook. This year, the event was co-hosted by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee and the Young Professionals Network (YPN).

"In our business, allyship, leading with intent, and fostering an inclusive environment are paramount; and it all starts with us," stated GBR 2024 DEI Committee Chair, Andre Porter.

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 – May 15, 2023 – Last week, Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) members travelled to Washington D.C. for the 2023 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings, from May 6-11th. The six day stretch of Legislative Meetings was an opportunity for REALTORS®, lawmakers, and industry leaders across the country to participate in critical public policy conversations to advance the real estate industry.