Agency News and Awards May 1, 2023

Rick Harrison joins Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Green Team

Rick Harrison brings his Real Estate Experience, Competitiveness, and Humor to BHGRE Green Team

Richard “Rick” Harrison attended the University of Arkansas with a major in Business Administration. For eighteen years, before becoming a real estate agent, Rick was a professional tennis coach. 

About Rick

Rick has lived in Vernon since 2003.  He spends his weekdays doing real estate, working out, playing golf, and being Adam’s dad; he pretty much spends his weekends doing the same. Rick is a huge sports fan and loves the Razorbacks. An athlete his whole life, Rick still plays golf, tennis, basketball, and baseball; you’ll often see him working out at Minerals or running at Maple Grange Park. 

Rick Harrison in Real Estate

Rick decided to pivot his career, four years ago, when he entered into Real Estate. When asked why he decided to switch paths?  he said, “I knew I would be good at it and I didn’t want to have a real job anymore.”  Joking aside, the real estate world is extremely competitive, yet in the four years he has been in business, Rick’s numbers prove how devoted he is to his clients. 

Rick Harrison is happy to help with any of your real estate needs; when it comes to golf, he’s good to have in your foursome and he usually picks up the check.

It is no doubt that a realtor with Rick’s innate competitive sportsmanship and experience will be an unbeatable asset to every client that he meets. 

Agency News and Awards April 17, 2023

Kimberly Lasalandra is now a Certified Real Estate Negotiator!

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Green Team proudly announces that Kimberly Lasalandra has received her CREN designation!

Kim has always strived to make meaningful connections with every client she encounters. Understanding her client’s wants and needs guarantees that their experience with her is productive and successful. She is described by many clients and coworkers as an expert in her field. Additionally, Kim is known to be thorough in all of her deals and is dedicated to ensuring that she never misses the important details. These traits have been a huge part of her continued success as a Realtor.

According to NAR®, 83% of buyers and sellers consider negotiation skills very important. As an agent who is always looking for ways to expand her skills, Kim decided this designation would be an amazing asset to her clients. Furthermore, as a Certified Real Estate Negotiator she is prepared to tailor a specific negotiation strategy for both her buyers and sellers. With this knowledge, Kim is ready to negotiate the highest price for her sellers and the lowest price for her buyers. 

If you are looking for an Expert Realtor who is prepared to get you the best price for your current or future home, Kimberly Lasalandra is ready to help. 

 

Agency News and Awards February 7, 2022

Welcome Nerette Lewis to Green Team New Jersey

The Green Team is proud to announce that Nerette Lewis has decided to join our Vernon, NJ office. We’re excited to have her on our team in both New York and New Jersey and look forward to helping her continue to grow! 

Please join us in Welcoming Nerette Lewis to The Green Team New Jersey!

Agency News and Awards September 22, 2021

Welcome Jeffrey Parmigiani

The Green Team is proud to announce that Jeffrey Parmigiani has decided to join our Vernon, NJ office. We’re excited to have him on our team and look forward to helping him grow! 

Please join us in Welcoming Jeffrey Parmigiani to The Green Team New Jersey!

Selling a Home June 20, 2017

Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home?

CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report revealed that 91,000 properties regained equity in the first quarter of 2017. This is great news for the country, as 48.2 million of all mortgaged properties are now in a positive equity situation.

Price Appreciation = Good News for Homeowners

Frank Nothaft, CoreLogic’s Chief Economist, explains:

One million borrowers achieved positive equity over the last year, which means risk continues to steadily decline as a result of increasing home prices.”

Frank Martell, President and CEO of CoreLogic, believes this is a great sign for the market in 2017 as well, as he had this to say:

Homeowner equity increased by $766 billion over the last year, the largest increase since Q2 2014. The rising cushion of home equity is one of the main drivers of improved mortgage performance. Since home equity is the largest source of homeowner wealth, the increase in home equity also supports consumer balance sheets, spending and the broader economy.”

This is great news for homeowners! But, do they realize that their equity position has changed?

According to the Fannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI), more homeowners are beginning to realize that they may have more equity than they first thought.

This is only the second time in the survey’s history that the net share of those saying it’s a good time to sell surpassed the net share of those saying it’s a good time to buy.

78.8% of homeowners have significant equity (more than 20%) in their homes today!

This means that many Americans with a mortgage have an opportunity to take advantage of today’s seller’s market. With a sizeable equity position, many homeowners could easily move into a housing situation that better meets their current needs (moving to a larger home or downsizing).

Doug Duncan, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at Fannie Mae spoke out on this issue:

“High home prices have led many consumers to give us the first clear indication we’ve seen in the National Housing Survey’s seven-year history that they think it’s now a seller’s market. However, we continue to see a lack of housing supply as many potential sellers are unwilling or unable to put their homes on the market…” 

Bottom Line

If you are one of the many Americans who is unsure of how much equity you have built in your home, don’t let that be the reason you fail to move on to your dream home in 2017! Check your homes worth – click here

Let’s get together to evaluate your situation!

Agency News and Awards May 18, 2017

Launch 2017 Winners – Green Team New Jersey Realty

VERNON -(May 19, 2017)  It was two months of “friendly” competition that inspired the Sales Associates of Green Team New Jersey Realty to get back to basics.   

Throughout February and March, a variety of fun events helped motivate teams to work hard and focus on their skills.  In the end The Grinders, with Charles Nagy coming in first overall, along with Heidi Hyland and Stacey Springer, took home the prizes (gift certificates to local stores).

As Broker Manager Kim Lasalandra explained,  “Our Annual ‘Launch Competition’ is part of the Green Team’s continual efforts to motivate, educate and provide a fun working environment for our Sales Associates, which leads to outstanding customer service.”

 

Learn More about these agents and the entire Green Team New Jersey Realty team – Click Here

 

 

 

 

Agency News and Awards March 15, 2017

Green Team New Jersey Welcomes Ted Van Laar

Ted Van Laar

Please WELCOME our NEWEST Equity Partner and Agent; Theodore Van Laar to Green Team New Jersey Realty!

Ted Van Laar has over 31 years of real estate experience, specializing in resort properties. In 1979, the amenities and natural beauty first attracted Ted and his wife, Rosanne, to New Jersey’s premier four-season resort area. Through the years, they fell in love with the lifestyle and growth that has enhanced these resort communities –  Mountain Creek, Crystal Springs Resort and Great Gorge Village. They have enjoyed and shared their appreciation for the surrounding area with their three children, family, and friends.

Ted is a seasoned professional with a record of achievement and reputation for his honesty and integrity. He is enthusiastic about sharing his love of the Resort lifestyle with his clients, whether they are looking for an investment property, second home or primary residence.