NCJAR News
Lace up your favorite sneakers and join us for one of NCJAR's most exciting events of the year!
The 2026 RPAC Sneaker Ball brings together REALTORS®, affiliate partners, and community leaders for an evening of networking, entertainment, and advocacy while supporting the REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC).
Thursday, September 17, 2026
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Hanover Manor | East Hanover, NJ
Come dressed in your formal attire paired with your most creative, stylish, or decorated sneakers and enjoy a fun evening with fellow real estate professionals.
Your attendance helps support RPAC's mission to protect private property rights, promote homeownership, and advocate for issues that impact the real estate industry.
Connect. Make an impact. Support RPAC.
Register today and be part of an unforgettable evening while making a difference for our industry.
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Contributions to RPAC are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. Contributions are voluntary and are used for political purposes. The amounts indicated are merely guidelines and you may contribute more or less than the suggested amounts provided your contribution is within applicable contribution limits. The National Association of REALTORS® and its state and local associations will not favor or disadvantage any member because of the amount contributed or a decision not to contribute. You may refuse to contribute without reprisal. Unless otherwise required by applicable law, any request for the refund of a contribution must be made within two (2) business days of the date on which you authorize RPAC to charge you for said contribution. Your contribution is split between National RPAC and the State PAC in your state. Contact your State Association or PAC for information about the percentages of your contribution provided to National RPAC and to the State PAC. The National RPAC portion is used to support federal candidates and is charged against your limits under 52 U.S.C. 30116.
U.S. existing-home sales rose 3.2% month-over-month and year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.17 million units, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reported, marking the highest level since December 2025. Regionally, sales increased from the previous month in the Northeast, Midwest, and South, while remaining flat in the West. On a year-over-year basis, sales grew in the Midwest, South, and West but declined in the Northeast.
- Single Family Closed Sales were up 8.4 percent to 1,884.
- Townhouse-Condo Closed Sales were up 3.0 percent to 447.
- Adult Communities Closed Sales were up 41.5 percent to 58.
As real estate professionals, we have a responsibility to understand—and comply with—the laws and regulations that govern our business. Some requirements are not matters of personal preference, office policy, or "best practice." They are legal obligations.
Two of the most important are buyer agency agreements and seller property disclosures.
Buyer Agency Agreements: A Legal Requirement
New Jersey law now requires brokerage services to be governed by a written brokerage services agreement. When a brokerage firm represents a buyer, the agency relationship, compensation terms, and required disclosures must be documented in writing. The agreement must include the New Jersey Real Estate Commission's Consumer Information Statement and clearly disclose the agency relationship before or at the time the brokerage services agreement is signed.
This is more than paperwork—it establishes who you represent, defines your fiduciary duties, and provides transparency for the consumer.
Every REALTOR® should ensure that buyers understand:
NCJAR Summer Backpack & School Supply Drive
July 13 – August 7, 2026
North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS (NCJAR) is proud to kick off our 2026 Summer Backpack & School Supply Drive, and we invite our members and affiliate partners to help make a difference in the lives of local students as they prepare for the upcoming school year.
From July 13 through August 7, 2026, we're collecting new backpacks and essential school supplies to help ensure children in our communities have the tools they need to start the school year with confidence.
