On October 1, 2026, the North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS (NCJAR) had the opportunity to join New Jersey REALTORS for a Meet & Greet and lunch with Congressman Tom Kean Jr. at Stoney Brook Grille in Branchburg, New Jersey.
Representing NCJAR were 2026 President Carolyn Bardach, 2026 President-Elect Melissa Florance-Lynch, and 2026 Secretary/Treasurer Todd, who joined fellow real estate professionals for a conversation focused on homeownership, property rights, housing affordability, and issues affecting communities throughout New Jersey.
Congressman Kean discussed housing-related legislative proposals he has introduced in Congress. These include the Making Ownership Viable for Everyone (MOVE) Act, introduced in August 2026, which proposes expanding access to portable mortgages by directing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase qualifying portable mortgages.
He has also introduced the Make American Housing Affordable (MAHA) Act of 2026, which proposes establishing a federal housing affordability tax credit for Americans purchasing a primary residence.
The gathering provided NCJAR leadership with an opportunity to hear directly from a federal elected official about housing-related issues and to participate in conversations concerning homeownership and the real estate industry.
NCJAR thanks New Jersey REALTORS for the invitation and Congressman Kean for taking the time to meet and speak with REALTOR leaders.
Engagement with elected officials is an important part of staying informed about public policy issues that affect real estate professionals, property owners, prospective homebuyers, and communities throughout North Central New Jersey.
NCJAR looks forward to continuing to engage with policymakers and industry partners and keeping our members informed about issues affecting real estate and homeownership.
