8 NJ Realtors® Tools to Utilize in 2024

By Lisa Fant

1. NJ Realtors® Academy of Continuing Education

Whether you need to meet your continuing education requirements or simply want to enhance your skills, New Jersey Realtors® has you covered. NJ Realtors® Academy of Continuing Education offers free and low-cost educational classes as a member-exclusive perk. As a member, you receive free or low-cost access to online self-paced courses, while non-members pay $3.50 per credit—an average savings of $6.50 per credit.

Explore a range of options, including license renewal courses and complimentary webinars held throughout the year. Stay informed, improve your business, and make the most of your membership benefits.

2. Legal Resource Library

Need guidance on a tricky real estate question? Turn to NJ Realtors® Legal Resource Library for help. While the average hourly rate for a lawyer in New Jersey is $330, members enjoy free access to the Legal Resource Library, where you can submit legal-related questions at no cost. Visit legal.njrealtor.com to log in and get started. Browse the library to see if your question has already been answered. If not, click on “Ask New Question” to submit a new question. Our team will redact any personal information before your question is sent out for legal advice. You will be notified once your question has been answered, and it will then be added to the library.

3. Monthly Housing Market Data Reports

Access the state’s most comprehensive housing market data through New Jersey Realtors® Exclusively available to our members, the monthly reports provide up-to-date insights into the current trends shaping the housing market, ensuring you stay well-informed.

The data is segmented by municipality, county, and state, offering a detailed perspective. Additionally, we enhance your convenience by releasing monthly skinny videos, helping you to stay informed anytime. Click here to watch the latest skinny video on Youtube

Members can share valuable consumer content, including the most comprehensive state housing data. Exclusive access to municipality-level data sets NJ Realtors® members apart, demonstrating their unique advantage and qualification as professionals.

4. Zipform and New Jersey Realtors® Forms Library

New Jersey Realtors® partners with zipForm to help you enhance your transaction management efficiency. Members also have access to New Jersey Realtors® Forms Library, a comprehensive library of standardized contracts and forms, providing coverage from initiation to completion to help you minimize risk and stay up to date with industry regulations.

As a member, gain free access to our premium Transaction Management Software and e-signature tools—a value equal to $199 per year. Stay informed on the go with the mobile edition, enabling easy access to transaction information.

5. New Jersey Realtors® Consumer Advertising Campaign

New Jersey Realtors® actively promotes its members, underscoring the benefits of engaging a Realtor® for buying, selling, or renting properties.

Through search engine marketing, social media advertising, and print media, New Jersey Realtors® covers the state to actively engage with consumers and advertise using a Realtor® for your next real estate transaction.

Additionally, NJ Realtors® offers resources for consumers such as calculators for estimating mortgage monthly, consumer-focused content to share on your social media pages and newsletter, and educational materials that highlight the Realtor® value. Consumers have access to our database of over 60,000 Realtor® members, where potential clients can easily reach qualified professionals.

6. Photofy

Boost your social media marketing with our library of customizable templates using Photofy, a user-friendly content creation tool designed to simplify your social media marketing. Easily tailor and share personalized templates on your preferred platforms to enhance your online presence, showcase your Realtor® expertise, and boost brand visibility. Photofy is completely free for members and also includes assets from the National Association of Realtors®. Utilize Photofy to effortlessly connect with your audience, establish a compelling online persona, and stay ahead in the everevolving realm of digital marketing.

7 New Jersey Realtor® Magazine

Stay connected to what’s happening in the real estate industry with New Jersey Realtor® Magazine. As a member, enjoy your bi-monthly subscription—conveniently delivered to your door and accessible online. Explore market trends, legislative updates, association highlights, and exclusive features with business tips and client-focused content crafted specifically for Realtors®

Enhance your online presence by sharing New Jersey Realtor® magazine articles through Issuu on your social media pages, allowing you to showcase your industry expertise, deliver valuable information to your audience, and forge meaningful connections with your clientele. Click here to read the latest issue.

8. Member Perks Partners

Unlock savings on your daily expenses through New Jersey Realtors® Member Perks program. We’ve partnered with companies that provide products and services essential to our members at special rates. Whether you’re looking to save on health insurance, entertainment, vacations, or more, being a New Jersey Realtor® gives you access to exclusive deals.

Enjoy potential savings of over $1,800, with an average discount of 35%. From business services like marketing tools and financial services to technology discounts and office supplies, we’ve got your business needs covered. Discover the top member perks for your business on page 1.