Realtor Safety Alert Please be alerted that CORE received a call from a member of one of our neighboring boards who knows a female Realtor® who reported being contacted and harassed by a male who we have been advised has a history of contacting female Realtors® who have a strong social media presence. The New Jersey female agent, who this male reportedly contacted, requested to view a property and asked suspicious questions, which apparently escalated to stalker-like texts. This individual also reportedly has a history of contacting female agents from other states. A safety alert was posted by the Akron Cleveland Association of Realtors®, which also linked to this spam tracker website showing reports from other female Realtors® he has allegedly targeted. If you have any dealings with any male that fit this description or otherwise seem suspicious, DO NOT MEET THAT PERSON ALONE. Report the issue to your manager and make sure that other people are there if you meet with the person. View NAR's Realtor Safety Resources here.
SUPRA Safety Alert Feature With the press of a button, agents have quick access to the safety Agent Alert feature that sends an alert message when needed. View this video to learn more.
Visits to CORE Offices During the continued surge of Covid-19 and its variants, while CORE’s offices remain staffed, we are meeting with any visitors by appointment and providing contactless pick-up whenever possible. Masks are also required when visiting CORE offices, regardless of vaccination status. We wish our members and other stakeholders good health and look forward to serving you!
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CORE Branchburg Office - Google Maps Error We have been made aware that Google Maps is showing the address for CORE’s Branchburg office at two locations. If you have not been to the Branchburg office and have scheduled an appointment to visit, our office is located at 3461 US Highway 22 E. Bldg. B, Branchburg, NJ 08876, which is at the corner of County Line Road and US-22. Also, look for the new QuickCheck being built across the street. We have contacted Google Maps to correct the error.
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Welcome CORE's Newest Affiliate Members!
You can learn more about these businesses by visiting our Affiliates page or clicking on the affiliate logos below. Members are encouraged to use affiliate member products and service whenever possible. Click here for our affiliate member directory.
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Contact: Karen Smith
Phone: (732) 713-4733
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Contact: Robin Schneider
Phone: (908) 442-1674
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Grace Period for Proof of Code of Ethics Training: Deadline January 14 As required by the National Association of REALTORS®, in order to maintain their Realtor status, all Realtors must complete at least 2.5 hours of ethics training every three years that meets specific NAR learning objectives and criteria. The three-year cycle ended December 31, 2021. CORE members need to provide proof of completion (i.e., a copy of your certificate or screenshot of your online PSI completion verification) to info@core-realtors.com. CORE is implementing a grace period until January 14, 2022. Visit the CORE website to learn more and check your status.
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Mercer County: Township Purchasing Hamilton YMCA on Sawmill Road Property for Open Space The YMCA property will be preserved for open space under a resolution passed on Tuesday by the Hamilton Township Council. Read more.
Mercer County: Delays in Passport Services U.S. State Department is experiencing longer than usual delays in the processing times of passports. For those looking to travel and needing to renew their passports…Read more.
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Check Out the Most Expensive Home for Sale in Somerset County The property taxes are estimated to be about $86,000 a year. Read more.
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Princeton-Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce: 2022 Central NJ Real Estate Forecast This in-person event includes a panel of experts in commercial and residential real estate, along with a keynote speaker who will detail what to expect in the real estate market during the coming year. The event will be held at the Princeton Marriott Hotel - Forrestal on Friday, January 28, from 7:30 am to 10:30 am. Hosted by the Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber of Commerce. CORE member & PMRCC member fee $45 / non-member fee $55. Register now.
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Updated NJ Housing Discrimination Laws Notice The New Jersey Attorney General's Office and Division on Civil Rights issued a new version of its housing discrimination notice. The NJ Real Estate Commission requires that licensees provide the property owner a copy of this mandatory notice to comply with the NJ Housing Discrimination Laws at the time of taking a listing for a residential property. Download the new version here.
The new version provides additional information about the Fair Chance in Housing Act. Want to learn more? Register here for the NJ Division of Civil Rights upcoming webinar on Wednesday, January 12.
Realtors Property Resource (RPR): Upcoming Webinars Don't miss RPR's free, upcoming webinars that will help you "wow" clients and close more deals. Register for one of these webinars here.
- Jan 11 – New Users Start Here!
- Jan 12 Property Searches
- Jan 13 – Listing Presentation
- Jan 17 – zipForms Integration
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NAR Center for Financial Wellness: 2022 Tax Summit For Realtors, managing tax documents, understanding complex returns, and constant tax law changes make preparing a tax return a tedious process. Set yourself up for success come tax time as you plan for the future. Learn more about these four-part series virtual event here.
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Tax Considerations for Newly Self-Employed Wednesday, February 2, 2 - 3 pm.
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What to Do If You’ve Got IRS Trouble Wednesday, February 9, 2 - 3 pm.
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2022 Small Business Advanced Tax Update Wednesday, February 16, 2 -3 pm.
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Your Financial Golden Years Wednesday, February 23, 2 - 3 pm.
You’ll learn how to improve personal wealth by spotting opportunities in your tax return, what to do if the IRS comes knocking, and more. Space is limited. Register here.
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Laws That Take Effect in 2022:
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Lead Paint Law This NJ Realtors-backed legislation will take effect on July 22 and requires lead inspection once tenant turnover occurs at a residence or within two years of the bill’s effective date. The need for an inspection would be set in motion. Learn more.
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Criminal History and Housing Landlords will no longer be able to ask a rental property applicant about their criminal history until they’ve already made a conditional offer. According to the new law, which includes “arrests or charges that have not resulted in a criminal conviction; expunged convictions; convictions on appeal; vacated and otherwise legally nullified convictions; juvenile adjudications of delinquency; records that have been sealed; or criminal convictions arising for conduct committed outside of the state that, if committed within the state, would not constitute an indictable offense.”
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Bicycles and Pedestrians Drivers will be required to move over when passing people on bikes, scooters, and pedestrians starting March 1. When passing, drivers will need to move over one lane if it is safe to do so or allow four feet of space between the car and the person being passed. If that is not safe to do, it would require a driver to slow to 25 mph. Drivers would face a $100 fine and no motor vehicle points for violating the proposed law. A driver who causes bodily injury could face a $500 fine and two motor vehicle points for a violation.
NJ Spotlight News: Advocates Urge Parents to Get Children Screened for Lead Exposure New Jersey is seeing an increase in the number of children with elevated lead levels in their blood. The pandemic forced many kids to spend additional time at home, where they may have been exposed to lead paint. Many kids have skipped yearly checkups and have not been tested for lead exposure. Read more.
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NJ Realtors: Monthly Housing Market Statistics Dive into housing market research in the new year with NJ Realtors data. Not only is it a member benefit, but it's also the most comprehensive housing data in the state of New Jersey. NJ Realtors members have access to data on the local, county, and state levels to help you become your town's go-to resource for all things housing. Get to know your market here.
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NAR: Misconceptions About a Seller’s Market Properties can linger if sellers cling to erroneous beliefs about their home’s value or brush off needed repairs, real estate pros say. Read more.
NAR: Moving Companies Struggle to Keep Up Blaming high demand and a labor shortage, 71 percent of companies reported delays last year, according to a new survey. Read more.
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FEMA: National Flood Insurance Program
Quick Resources
General Information on the NFIP
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Save this information from the NJ Real Estate Commission:
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