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Saddle Brook, NJ, June 16, 2025 — Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) proudly hosted its 2025 Midyear Meeting & Affiliate Trade Show on June 12, 2025 at the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, drawing a crowd of over 300 members for a morning of education, networking, and celebration.

Saddle Brook, NJ – April 28, 2025 - U.S. existing-home sales rebounded from the previous month, rising 4.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.26 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Economists polled by Reuters had forecast sales would fall to a rate of 3.95 million for the month. Purchase activity increased in the South and the West but decreased in the Northeast, while sales in the Midwest remained unchanged from one month earlier.

Saddle Brook, NJ - March 25, 2025 - U.S. existing-home sales fell for the first time since September, slipping 4.9% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.08 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), as elevated home prices and higher interest rates continue to impact buyer activity. Despite the drop, sales were up 2% compared to the same period last year, marking the fourth consecutive monthly year-over-year increase.

Saddle Brook, NJ - January 17, 2025 - New Jersey REALTORS® and Greater Bergen REALTORS® in conjunction with North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS® and Liberty Board of REALTORS® hosted The Next Era Of Real Estate on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at the Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott for their collective association members.

Greater Bergen REALTORS® 2025 President, Nicola Esposito introduced the keynote panelists for The Next Era Of Real Estate Special Fireside Chat with National Association of REALTORS® CEO, Nykia Wright and New Jersey REALTORS® CEO, Jarrod Grasso.

Saddle Brook, NJ - December 17, 2024 - The Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) Global Business Council (GBC) has retained the 2024 DIAMOND Status-Global Achievement Program Award by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) through 2026.

This year, under the leadership of Chair Dora Omana, Vice Chair Enkelana Drizaj, and Board Liaison Alireza Memar, the GBC has focused on retaining its legacy of leadership in global initiatives within the tri-state area. The goal was to reinforce our position as the primary resource for international real estate expertise.

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 - May 13, 2024 - Greater Bergen REALTORS® (GBR) Executive leadership team, Board of Directors, and association committee leaders and members attended the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) 2024 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings in Washington D.C. on May 4-9, 2024.  The five-day stretch of Legislative Meetings was an opportunity for over 9,000 REALTORS®, lawmakers, and industry leaders across the country to participate in critical public policy conversations to advance the real estate industry.

"It is important now more than ever that REALTORS® stay at the forefront of legislative and real estate industry updates," stated GBR Chief Executive Officer, Jorge Ledesma. "Greater Bergen REALTORS® strives to provide our members with the most up-to-date industry knowledge and resources they need to best serve their clients and be successful." 

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.