Register for the Annual Meeting Join us for CORE's Virtual Annual Meeting scheduled for Friday, October 15 at 10 am via Zoom. This event will include the election to fill open positions for the Board of Directors, a CORE update by President Sue LaRue, awards announcements, a celebration of CORE Committee 2021 accomplishments, and door prizes. No cost to attend, but “seating” is limited. Register here.
CORE Food Bag Drive CORE is holding a food drive to benefit the Food Bank Network of Somerset County. A list of items for the food bags can be found here. Cash donations can be made here. The food drive is brought to you by CORE's Community Outreach Committee. Thank you for your support!
Where: CORE's Branchburg office location – 3461 U.S. Hwy 22 E, Branchburg, NJ
When: September 29 - October 1, 10 am - 4 pm
This is the third of three food drives that CORE will be holding in 2021 to support each of the counties in our Association area: Hunterdon, Mercer, and Somerset.
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Submit Your Own Safety Video for a Chance to Win a Prize! The CORE YPN (Young Professionals Network) Committee invites our members and offices to submit their own Realtor safety video for Realtor Safety Month. Submit your one- to two-minute video for a chance to win a Visa gift card! Videos can be submitted to craig@core-realtors.com by September 17. Click here to see a list of safety tips from the National Association of Realtors.
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Local
Mercer County Residents & Businesses Urged to Register Storm Damage Information Mercer County Executive Brian Hughes urges county residents and business owners impacted by Tropical Storm Ida last week to report damages sustained at the State of New Jersey’s data collection portal. Read more.
Mercer County: No Cost English as a Second Language Program Encourage your staff to improve their English-speaking skills. There are evening virtual courses on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning September 13 through October 13, from 4:30-6:30 pm. Limited space is available. Register at www.sbdcnj.com or call (609) 771-2947.
Hunterdon County: Well Testing Kits Available at the Branchburg Health Department A limited supply of well-testing kits from the Raritan Headwaters Association are available for residents that believe their well may have been impacted by the storm last week. The kits will only test for bacteria and cost $25. For more information, see the attached flyer.
Hunterdon County is Eligible for FEMA Assistance Before applying for FEMA individual assistance funding, residents are encouraged to first photograph and document in detail all damages sustained, followed by contacting your insurance company to report those damages. Residents and business owners who sustained losses can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA(3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired, from 7 am to 10 pm (seven days a week until further notice). For more info, visit the Hunterdon County Website at: www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/tropical-storm-Ida.html.
Somerset County: Residents’ Input Sought for Elimination of Railway Crossing Project in Bound Brook Join the Somerset County Planning Division Monday, September 13, from 6:30 to 8 pm, for a virtual public meeting to discuss the “Freight Concept Development Study,” which will explore potential options to eliminate the Port Reading railroad crossing in Bound Brook for the purpose of improving the town’s safety, boosting its economic vitality and easing traffic congestion. Presenters will also explain the goals of the project, its challenges, and address the public’s questions and comments. Read more.
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Continuing Education (CE)
CE FAQs To view a list of frequently asked questions, click here.
Don’t Forget to Fulfill Your NAR Code of Ethics Training Requirement! As required for Realtor membership, all Realtors must complete at least 2.5 hours of ethics training that meets specific NAR learning objectives and criteria. The current cycle deadline is December 31, 2021. Why wait? Visit the CORE website to learn more, check your status and view training options today.
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Bright MLS
New Office Exclusive Feature Releases Next Week On Wednesday, September 15, brokers and agents will have a new view in Account & Settings that summarizes Office Exclusives submitted to Bright from their office. From this view brokers will also be able to print, export, and more easily reference particular Office Exclusives with their agents.
An Inside Look at the Home Demand Index Join this webinar on Friday, September 17, to take an inside look at the Bright MLS T3 Home Demand Index - the forward-looking measure of buyer demand included in your MLS subscription. If you’re not taking advantage of this free product, sign up for this webinar to learn what your clients need to know about this month’s market conditions and how you can use Home Demand Index insights to drive your business forward. Register here.
Stay Safe with the Homesnap Safety Timer As a Bright subscriber, you have access to tools with features centered on helping you stay safe when meeting new clients and showing listings in unfamiliar areas. The Homesnap Safety Timer and Distress Alert can be set to expire at a predetermined time or used to instantly send a message to your emergency contact list if you need help right away. Learn more.
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NJEDA to Host Virtual Small Business Resource Workshops to Showcase Available State & Federal Resources The hour-long workshops will offer small businesses, startups, and nonprofits an opportunity to connect with government representatives, small business advocates, and financial lenders and advisors who will provide their expertise on areas of interest that include: financial resources; how to register a business in New Jersey properly; how to certify a business as women-, minority-, or veteran-owned; and ways to access free available technical assistance, federal resources, and mentorship opportunities, among other relevant topics.
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Tuesday, September 14, from 12-1 pm. Register here.
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Wednesday, September 15, from 5-6:00 pm. Register here.
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Friday, September 17, from 10-11 am. Register here.
NAR: Avoiding Realtor Danger Zones Two-Part Safety Series Real estate professionals face job-related risks every day. Join former police officer, 35-year Realtor veteran, and NAR Realtor Safety Advisory Committee Chair Janet Judd for a free two-part safety webinar, “Avoiding Realtor Danger Zones.”
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Register for Wednesday, September 15 at 2 pm.
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Register for Thursday, September 16 at 2 pm.
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New Jersey Realtors: The Board of Directors of the NAR Realtors Relief Foundation has New Jersey Realtors’ grant applications to provide housing-related (mortgage and rental) assistance to those impacted by Tropical Storm Ida. This assistance is for the general public as well as members. We will provide the information and a link to the assistance application as soon as it’s available – most likely late next week.
NJ-DCA.com: Eviction Prevention Program This week the DCA announced its newest rental assistance program, the Eviction Prevention Program. The program expands income eligibility so more New Jerseyans can apply, stay in their homes, and avoid eviction. The program also encourages landlords to apply for assistance on behalf of their tenants rather than filing for eviction. For more info and to view the application, click here.
NJ.gov: Partnership With Uber and Lyft to Provide Ride Service to Residents Who Lost Transportation as a Result of Tropical Storm Ida The State of NJ has partnered with Uber and Lyft to provide free and discounted rides to New Jerseyans who lost a personal vehicle as a result of Ida. If you need a ride to an essential service over the next two weeks: Text NJIDARIDE to 898-211 or dial 2-1-1. Read more.
NJ.gov: Tropical Storm Ida Resources All 21 counties remain under a State of Emergency in response to Tropical Storm Ida. This declaration makes federal funding available to people affected by the storm in Bergen, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Somerset... Learn more here.
NJBIZ: NJ Poised to Fully Approve, Roll Out $10M Ida Business Relief The New Jersey Economic Development Authority is expected to fully approve and roll out $10 million of relief grants for businesses damaged by Hurricane Ida last week. Read more.
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NJ.Com: Lucy the Elephant Getting a $1.4M Facelift, Will Be Closed for Nine Months The beloved Jersey Shore attraction will be closed for nine months to undergo an extensive restoration project later this year. Read more.
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FEMA: Debris Removal Residents should contact their municipal office to determine the specific arrangement in their jurisdiction. View FEMA's guidelines.
NAR: The Realtors Relief Foundation Commemorates 20 Years On Friday, September 10, at noon, National Association of Realtors President Charlie Oppler is hosting the Realtors Relief Foundation 20th Anniversary Commemorative event. The foundation has aided those in need during times of crisis—all donations go directly to disaster victims and provide housing-related financial support. Help the foundation reach its goal of $8,500,000 and donate today. RSVP for the event here.
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FEMA: National Flood Insurance Program
Quick Resources
General Information on the NFIP
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