NCJAR News
At North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS® (NCJAR), our members are at the heart of everything we do. As the real estate industry continues to evolve, so do the needs of today’s busy professionals. That’s why NCJAR is continuously evaluating how we deliver programs, education, events, and member services.
Recent discussions have focused on making NCJAR programs even more accessible and convenient. This includes exploring additional scheduling options and new approaches that can better accommodate the demanding schedules of REALTORS® and real estate professionals.
Listening to Our Members
Member feedback plays an important role in shaping the NCJAR experience. By listening to what works, identifying areas where we can improve, and considering new ideas, we can continue developing programs that provide meaningful value to our membership.
Whether it’s professional development, networking opportunities, industry information, advocacy, or member resources, our goal is to make it easier for members to take advantage of the benefits available through their association.
Buying a condominium can offer many of the benefits of homeownership without some of the maintenance responsibilities that come with a single-family home. But when it comes to insurance, condo ownership works a little differently.
In most condominium communities, protecting the property involves two insurance policies: one purchased by the condominium association and another purchased by the individual unit owner. Knowing what each policy covers before you buy can help you identify potential gaps in coverage and avoid unexpected expenses later.
Understanding the Two Types of Condo Insurance
A condominium is typically protected by a combination of the association’s master insurance policy and the unit owner’s individual policy.
The condominium association’s master policy generally covers the building, roof and common areas shared by residents. Depending on the policy, it may also cover certain portions of the individual condominium units.
Strong associations require strong leaders.
NCJAR continues to invest in developing future leaders through our leadership application and nomination process. Whether you're interested in serving on a committee, becoming a chairperson, or pursuing a future board leadership role, there are many ways to become more involved and help shape the future of the association.
Leadership involvement offers:
- Expanded professional networks
- Industry influence
- Personal and professional growth
- Opportunities to give back to the REALTOR® community
2027 Committee Applications Coming Soon
The New Jersey Legislature has approved changes to real estate continuing education (CE) requirements that are expected to take effect for the 2027–2029 license renewal cycle.
Good news: There are no changes to the current 2025–2027 renewal cycle.
What Will Change?
Beginning with the 2027 renewal cycle, licensees should expect:
- 18 hours of continuing education (up from the current requirement).
- A 75% passing score on exams for self-paced online CE courses.
- A portion of your CE must be completed through live instruction (classroom or live webinar).
- The New Jersey Real Estate Commission (NJREC) may require additional education on emerging topics in the future.
