National News: Home values in 20 percent of US housing markets headed for record highs within a year Home values in almost 20 percent of all U.S. metros will surpass their housing boom peaks over the next year, and affordability problems that have begun to affect a fraction of markets may spread to others over the next few years. The lows of the housing recession are becoming an increasingly distant memory as home values reach new highs and homes become more expensive than ever in many areas. READ MORE
State News: Gov. Christie says N.J. economy better now than 4 years ago
In a keynote address Tuesday night at the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce's annual "Walk to Washington" congressional dinner, Gov. Chris Christie said that undoubtedly, the state's economic outlook is brighter now than when he first took office. "Are things better in New Jersey than they were four years ago?" Christie asked. "Of course they are."
But without bipartisan reform on issues such as the high costs of pension and health benefit payments, that optimism "can be turned around in a blink of an eye," Christie warned. READ MORE
Local News: Update on Bogota Development
What is going on at vacant lot at 297 Palisade Ave in Bogota. Under the deal with Bogota, 297 Palisades can build 37 two-bedroom units and seven one-bedroom units, with 87 on-site parking spaces in a two-level garage. Over the 30-year agreement, the borough would receive $3.4 million in revenues from the development, less than half of the $7.8 million the developer would have had to pay without the tax break. However, the tax break lets the borough keep all the revenue, which otherwise would have had to be shared with the school district and the county.READ MORE
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Don't Miss Your Opportunity to Support REALTORS Advocacy!
RPAC Casino Night
Wednesday, April 30th 6:00 - 8:00pm|
"Get in the Game Admission"- $100
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Sumptuous hors d'oeuvres by the Brownstone
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5 Pro Table Games by Tumbling Dice
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Complimentary Wine & Beer Bar
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All Investments collected at the Door
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Bergen & Hudson County Mayors United In Favor of Light Rail Expansion
A commission of mayors and officials from 12 municipalities near the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail have jointly expressed support toward extension of the line.During the meeting, officials from Hudson and Bergen county towns voted in unanimous support to extend the light rail line to Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. The Hudson-Bergen Light Rail line does not travel through any Bergen County towns. Extending the line to Englewood Hospital and Medical Center would add stops in Ridgefield, Palisades Park, Leonia, Route 4 in Englewood, and Englewood Town Center. Read More
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Blue Acres Legislation at Work- N.J. eyes nearly 700 homes for post-Sandy buyouts
New Jersey has identified nearly 700 homes it plans to buy and demolish as part of an effort to move people out of flood prone areas.A key feature of the Blue Acres program is identifying willing sellers in close proximity to one another. New Jersey officials say that acquiring scattered homes in otherwise intact neighborhoods would do little to reduce property damage from future storms. And no one can be forced to sell their homes under the program. READ MORE
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TOMORROW "CE & Stay"
Earn 6 CE Credits (Including Ethics!)
Friday, April 25th
Instructors: Robert Jaekel and Neil Kilstein, Esq.
9:00- 12:00pm
"Ethics: How to Minimize Your Liability"
3 Hrs. CE Credits (2 Ethics and 1 CORE)
12:00 - 1:00pm  Lunch Presentation by Prospect Mortgage
1:00- 4:00pm
"Commercial Real Estate Loans"
3 Hrs. NJ CE Elective Credits
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EARN the MRP Certification 
Become Military Relocation Professional
This one-day course will provide you with the tools to better assist today's active-duty, discharged and former military service members in finding the housing solutions and military benefits that best suit their needs. When service members and their families relocate, a real estate professional who under-stands their needs makes the transfer easier, faster and less stressful.
APPROVED for 6 Elective CE CREDITS!
Date: May 5th Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm Location: EBCBOR Office Cost: ONLY $99 !
Click here to Register
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You Don't Have to be Bilingual to be a Global Agent!
If you are concerned that you won't find success as a global real estate practitioner because you don't speak another language, think again. In the international business world, you'll find that English tends to be the common language. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan has noted, "Only 18% of Americans report speaking a language other than English, while 53% of Europeans (and increasing numbers in other parts of the world) can converse in a second language." Obviously, foreign language proficiency is a huge advantage, but it certainly is not a deal-maker, and it doesn't have to be a deal-breaker either. There are ways you can get around your foreign language deficiencies and still work with international clients successfully. Check out these helpful resources
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Spring Clean your Social Media News Feeds
After years on social media, people have accumulated too many friends, fan page likes and LinkedIn connections that are all competing for space in your news feed. Facebook and LinkedIn think they know what is best for you, but if you clean your own house, you will see more valuable content before you. It's time to do some spring cleaning in your news feed! And, you can do this without "unfriending" (Facebook) or "removing connection" (LinkedIn). READ MORE
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THE EXPERT
Karen was a computer programmer and software tester at IBM and Microsoft before entering real estate. With a vast knowledge of Outlook she has found it valuable in setting up a database and implementation of email and marketing.
Her use of photography has enabled her to
enhance her listings and other marketing materials.
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APRIL TECH SPOTTERS:
Arlene Bianco & Karen Kleinman
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THE NEWBIE
Having no technology background when she joined real estate. Arlene embraced technology and realized it could become her toolkit for every aspect of her business. She attended EBCBOR'S various TECH Tuesday workshops to build her skill set.
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BROKER BUSINESS OVER BREAKFAST FORUM 
WHEN:May 7th from 8:30 - 10:30am
WHAT:Presentation by Robert Kinniebrew, Executive Officer of the NJ Real Estate Commission and Lauren Glantzberg, Esq.
Cost:Free to EBCBOR Designated REALTORS & Office Managers
Breakfast Served
RSVP Now
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 Rebuild a Home Hit by Hurricane Sandy on May 9th
Join EBCBOR members on May 9th (two shifts available) to rebuild a home in Little Ferry/ Moonachie.
No experience necessary. Volunteer times are 8:30 - 12:00pm OR 12:30 - 4:00pm.
Rebuilding Together is the nation's leading nonprofit working to preserve affordable homeownership across the country and has been a leader in the housing/nonprofit field since its founding in 1988.
If you are interested in volunteering for this event please contact Miriam Lambert.
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Planting & Garden Project for Flat Rock Brook, Englewood on May 15th 
Join EBCBOR members on May 15th from 2:00 - 4:00pm in Englewood to plant and garden. All materials and supplies will be provided.
The gardens at Flat Rock Brook Nature Center were originally created as a variety of small gardens designed to provide habitats of diverse native plants selected specifically to attract wildlife.
If you are interested in volunteering for this event please contact Miriam Lambert.
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2014 Go the Distance for Autism Bike Event - Alpine Learning Group 
Join the team at Century 21 JR Gold Team Realty as they bike to benefit a coalition of Northern NJ schools serving children and adults with autism.
Sunday, May 4th at the Garden State Plaza in Paramus, NJ.
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CUSTOMIZED PRINT, DIGITAL & BROADCAST ADS with NARTOOLS.COM
The National Association of REALTORS� Ad Generator. This website is provided to help state and local associations customize advertising materials from our Consumer Advertising Campaign.
To customize any of these materials, visit the ad generator, which allows Members to customize standard-size posters and outdoor ads by adding information such as the company's name, phone number, and Web site address. You will be able to preview your customized ad online.
Learn More
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ONLINE CONTINUING EDUCATION
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Know Someone who Wants to Get Their NJ Real Estate License?
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Pre-Licensing Class at the
Bergen County REALTOR Center for Professional Development
2- Week Accelerated Day Course
8 Week Evening Course
Refer a Student!
Give them Coupon Code
"REFERRAL" to Save $50
on Registration
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Phone: 201-288-5000
Fax: 201-288- 0511
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EBCBOR Mid-Year Meeting
May 29th, Glen Point Marriott in Teaneck
8:30 -9:30 Breakfast & Affiliate Trade Show9:30 - 11:30 ProgramFeaturing Bergen Mayoral Panel
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YPN Quarterly Breakfast Club
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