Live concerts in South Orange New Jersey. Event details can be found here at Hearth Realty Group.

Downtown After Sundown 2019

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The South Orange & Maplewood area (SoMa) is just one of the many cultural hotspots of Northern New Jersey. Beginning this Memorial Day Weekend, Downtown After Sundown will be hosting live music every weekend until Labor Day in downtown South Orange!

 

Jazz on Sloan will be hosting events on Fridays at The Gazebo (17 Sloan Street) and Saturdays in Spiotta will be hosting events on Saturdays in Spiotta Park (20-32 Village Plaza). All types of musical guests are scheduled to play from 7pm – 10pm every weekend throughout the summer. The appreciation of the arts is a cornerstone of what makes SoMa such a wonderful and vibrant community. Click the links below to visit the South Orange Village Center website for information regarding events, directions and updates. Come out to dance and be a part of what makes northern New Jersey so incredibly special!

 

Jazz on Sloan

Saturdays in Spiotta

 

Hearth Realty Group is the #1 Independent Real Estate Agency in Verona, South Orange & Maplewood. We are a technology driven boutique real estate agency made up of experienced service-focused local experts who support our clients beyond the transaction. We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer work and financial contributions to local charities. If you are interested in selling your home, feel free to make use of our Free Home Evaluation Tool. If you are looking to rent or buy a home in northern New Jersey, make sure to use our Homes for Sale Search Tool. To learn more about Hearth Realty Group, click here.

Verona Memorial Day Parade 2019

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Memorial Day falls on Monday May 27th and the Township of Verona will be hosting its own Memorial Day Parade from 10am to 1pm. The parade route will begin at Everett Field on Bloomfield Ave and conclude at the Civic Square. A brief ceremony will be held immediately following the parade on the steps of Town Hall honoring the men and women who gave their lives while serving in our country’s military. Check for updates and information by visiting the link below.

 

Official Facebook Event

 

Hearth Realty Group is the #1 Independent Real Estate Agency in Verona, South Orange & Maplewood. We are a technology driven boutique real estate agency made up of experienced service-focused local experts who support our clients beyond the transaction. We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer work and financial contributions to local charities. If you are interested in selling your home, feel free to make use of our Free Home Evaluation Tool. If you are looking to rent or buy a home in northern New Jersey, make sure to use our Homes for Sale Search Tool. To learn more about Hearth Realty Group, click here.

The Paper Mill Playhouse presents Beauty & the Beast

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The 1991 smash hit and cult classic, Beauty and the Beast is still known as one of Disney’s greatest cinema achievements. The movie was remade in 2017 starring Emma Watson, which revitalized the love for the story and has open the gates for others to continue telling this timeless story of love. The Paper Mill Playhouse of Millburn New Jersey will be performing Beauty and the Beast this summer from May 29th through July 3rd. Follow the links below to learn more about showtimes, pricing and event details.

The Paper Mill Playhouse was founded in 1934 and to this day is the primary theatrical venue of Northern New Jersey. Patrons, actors and playwrights flock from all over the east coast to witness and be apart of the rich and decorated history of this iconic New Jersey landmark. Visit their website below to learn more about upcoming shows and events!

 

Paper Mill Playhouse Official Website

Beauty and the Beast at The Paper Mill Playhouse

 

Hearth Realty Group is the #1 Independent Real Estate Agency in Verona, South Orange & Maplewood. We are a technology driven boutique real estate agency made up of experienced service-focused local experts who support our clients beyond the transaction. We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer work and financial contributions to local charities. If you are interested in selling your home, feel free to make use of our Free Home Evaluation Tool. If you are looking to rent or buy a home in northern New Jersey, make sure to use our Homes for Sale Search Tool. To learn more about Hearth Realty Group, click here.

The 8th Annual Montclair Film Festival

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Montclair has long been heralded as one of the top cultural hot-spots in all of New Jersey. The arts have always flourished in this area due to its wide variety of venues from the famous Wellmont Theater to the smattering of local stages and theaters across town. Montclair Film Festival will be celebrating its 8th consecutive year hosting what has become one of the most monumental film festivals in the region. The festival will be showing over 100 films, short films and compilations including the highly anticipated release of Tolkien, starring Nicholas Hoult. There will also be live conversations with Hollywood superstar, Ben Stiller and acclaimed actress Mindy Kaling, hosted by none other than Montclair’s own Stephen Colbert. The festival will be running from May 3rd until May 12th at venues across Montclair. Ticketing info and showtimes can be found on Montclair Film’s website and Facebook page linked below. Enjoy the show!

Official Website

Official Facebook Page

 

Hearth Realty Group is the #1 Independent Real Estate Agency in Verona, South Orange & Maplewood. We are a technology driven boutique real estate agency made up of experienced service-focused local experts who support our clients beyond the transaction. We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer work and financial contributions to local charities. Learn more about Hearth Realty Group here.

South Orange River day 2019

South Orange River Day 2019

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This Sunday May 5th, South Orange’s Environmental Commission & Green Team will be hosting their annual River Day. This community gathering, co-sponsored by Hearth Realty Group, encourages participants to help clean up South Orange’s section of the Rahway River and celebrates environmental education and awareness. The event comes complete with food, fun, music and art to accompany the efforts of volunteers!

The event takes place from 11am – 3pm on May 5th 2019 at the Skate House on the duck pond off of Mead St. (N. Ridgewood Road and Meadowbrook Lane) in South Orange.

In addition to the usual food, fun, and music there will also be:

  •         Lenape Nation traditional welcome
  •         Basic Birding, an educational walk and bird species identification with Bill Haskins.
  •         SO Not Plastic information and giveaways
  •         Composting demonstration by Java Compost
  •         Bicycle decoration station led by professional artist Denise Hayden
  •         South Mountain Middle School River Curriculum projects
  •         Information about native plants and animals
  •         River clean up
  •         Organized planting of water-filtering native plants
  •         Environmental & Educational Exhibits
  •         Performances by The Seton Hall Choir
  •         Special prizes and giveaways all day long!

Last year’s efforts culminated in a full dump-truck load of garbage being pulled from the River. Hearth proudly sponsors such a wonderful initiative that helps keep our communities cleaner and healthier. Follow the link below to visit the official River Day Facebook event for more updates and information.

River Day Official Facebook Event

Information from South Orange Village

 

Hearth Realty Group is the #1 Independent Real Estate Agency in SOMA. We are a technology driven boutique real estate agency made up of experienced service-focused local experts who support our clients beyond the transaction. We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer work and financial contributions to local charities. #LiveLocalSellLocal

Can I Take That Wall Down?

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With open concept being as popular as it is, one of the most common questions we get when showing houses is “Can I take that wall down?” As Realtors, our advice is to consult with a contractor or architect. At Hearth Realty Group we are fortunate enough to have an architect who is also Realtor on staff, Maplewood resident Camilla Flannery owner of Studio Vert Architecture. Camilla has helped hundreds of local residents with renovation projects big and small. So we asked Cami to share how she answers the question:

“Many of the houses in SOMA were built in the 1920’s with formal, compartmentalized spaces. I have a great appreciation for the quality of the framing in these older houses, but the small rooms and divided spaces on the first floor most often no longer work for current family lifestyles. Many of my clients come to me wanting to create an open floorplan but are concerned about structural constraints.

My answer to them is: there are no constraints if the load is properly supported. I’ve opened up entire first floors with nothing but the center fireplace remaining and designed basements removing all the columns. So rest assured, with the proper structure, you can achieve most anything in the design of your remodel. It’s very important to never attempt to remove a wall without the guidance of a licensed contractor, engineer or architect.”

Whether you’re considering updates or changes to your current home, in the process of buying a home and need some design help or you’re in a “Love It or List It” phase, please reach out to Camilla Flannery for a consultation.

Hearth Realty Group is the #1 Independent Real Estate Agency in SOMA. We are a technology driven boutique real estate agency made up of experienced service-focused local experts who support our clients beyond the transaction. We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer work and financial contributions to local charities. #LiveLocalSellLocal

Camilla Flannery
Realtor & Architect
917-647-1667
www.StudioVert.net

Hearth Realty Group Marks the One Year Anniversary of its Verona Office

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Verona, NJ, January 7, 2019—Hearth Realty Group, New Jersey’s fastest growing indie real estate
brokerage, is celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Verona office. To commemorate the occasion
with an official ribbon cutting ceremony, Verona Mayor Kevin Ryan, Director of Administration &
Economic Development Steven Neale, and Councilman Jack McEvoy visited the office to congratulate
the team for their contribution to the community. Located at 460 Bloomfield Avenue, the office space is
open and inviting, with ample parking for prospective clients.

Since opening in 2017, Hearth has grown to 18 team members, solidifying a #1 spot as the leading
independent agency in Verona. Founded by Josh Jacobs, a lifelong New Jersey resident who is also the
broker of record, the agency is part real estate brokerage and part tech startup, making Hearth an
industry leader in technology innovation.

“We super-serve our clients by developing custom applications and partnering with emerging
technology platforms,” said Jacobs. “As an indie brokerage we have the freedom and flexibility to
quickly adapt to a constantly changing technology landscape, and the clients that we serve recognize
and appreciate the difference we bring to the table.”

In addition to the Verona office, Hearth recently opened a second location in South Orange.
“I have been fortunate enough to open two real estate offices in two amazing New Jersey communities,
Verona and South Orange/Maplewood,” said Jacobs. “Both communities have so much to offer from
their proximity to New York and easy commuting options to fantastic schools, parks, restaurants and
shops.”

Jacobs calls his agents, most of whom live in the communities they serve, the hardest working, most
dedicated, ethical, honest, fun, generous and respected in the business.

The Hearth Realty Group team includes the following agents: Susie Adamson, Marika Autrand, Juan
Carlos Fernandez, Rodney Fontil, Jennifer Greenberg, Lindy Huang-Hoelscher, Williams Jones Jr, Daria
Knarvik, Fran Lichtman, Karen Lonergan, Kerry Metzger, Randy Rabney, Bonnie Ramsey, Shannon
Severin, Dustin Steiner & Camilla Flannery.
For more information please visit: www.HearthRealtyGroup.com or call 973-913-5055.
About Hearth Realty Group

With offices in both South Orange and Verona, Hearth Realty Group is a technology driven boutique real
estate agency made up of service-focused local experts who support our clients beyond the transaction.
Part real estate brokerage, part tech startup, Hearth Realty Group is an industry leader in technology
innovation. We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer
work and financial contributions to local charities. We are more than your agents. We are your
neighbors.

Hearth Realty Group Expands to South Orange

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Hearth Realty Group is excited to celebrate its one-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting at their newest branch office located at 14 South Orange Avenue in South Orange.

“We are so appreciative of the support we’ve received from the village since opening our doors in South Orange. It’s been years since a real estate brokerage opened a brick and mortar office in town and the community has really embraced us. We are thrilled to announce that Hearth Realty Group is now the leading independently owned agency in SOMA!” said Josh Jacobs, Broker of Record & Founder. As a South Orange native, Jacobs said he “loves” being able to be back and give back in the community where he grew up.

Hearth Realty Group is a technology driven boutique real estate agency made up of the area’s top service-focused local experts who support clients beyond the transaction. “We strive to have a meaningful impact on the communities we serve through volunteer work and financial contributions to local charities,” said Jacobs.

“Everyone asks me what makes Hearth so special and my answer is this: We have the hardest working, dedicated, ethical, honest, fun, generous and respected agents in the business. There’s is no other place I’ve ever worked where you can say that about every single person working there.”

For more information please visit: www.HearthRealtyGroup.com or call 973-913-5055

The Hearth Realty Group team in South Orange & Verona includes the following agents:

Susie Adamson, Marika Autrand, Juan Carlos Fernandez, Rodney Fontil, Jennifer Greenberg, Lindy Huang-Hoelscher, Williams Jones Jr, Daria Knarvik, Fran Lichtman, Karen Lonergan, Kerry Metzger, Randy Rabney, Bonnie Ramsey, Shannon Severin, Dustin Steiner & Camilla Flannery

Top 5 Things That Every Homeowner Should Do to Prepare Their Home For Sale

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Most of us are living in our largest asset so when it becomes time to sell we want the greatest return. While selling a home is a business transaction, it can also be very emotional as it can represent change and leaving a space where memories were created. When it’s time to move on and put your house up for sale the two most important factors are proper pricing and proper presentation. Consider the following 5 things when getting ready.

1) Declutter and depersonalize: People need to be able to see themselves living in a space. Too many personal belongings can get in the way of that. Too much stuff in general can take the focus off of the features of a room and cause people to miss details like high ceilings or beautiful moldings. You want the attention on the house and you want it to feel like their next home. When your home goes on the market think about a model home. Remember that the more people who want to buy your home can translate into the most money for you.

2) The place should be immaculate: Potential buyers will look in your closets, your refrigerator, your oven and all around your home. Consider a deep cleaning, including having your windows washed, right before your home goes on the market.

3) Don’t forget the curb appeal: Often Sellers focus on the inside and forget about the outside. If your outside isn’t appealing, the buyer may never step inside. Remember that you only get one chance to make a first impression so clean up your lawn, consider seasonal flowers, mulch the beds and if you house needs painting, do it if you can swing it or plan to price accordingly.

4) Buyers hate a wet basement: In fact, many buyers today want a finished basement or to at least know that they could finish it in the future. Even if the space cannot be finished, they want to know that it is dry.  If your basement takes water at all, consult and expert, find the source and consider remedying it.

5) Check your systems: How old is your furnace, hot water and roof? If you have a fire place or Central AC have you had it maintained? Is your roof in good repair? These are things that will be looked at during a home inspection so you want to be prepared.

If the thought of selling your home is stressing you out, give us a call. Hiring an experienced agent to guide you through the preparation to the closing table can make all the difference in your experience and outcome. The Lichtman Rabney Group at Hearth Realty is led by a former NYC attorney and a former Senior VP at Atlantic Recording Company. While they are award-winning agents with over 25 years combined experience in the local market, their true measure of success is through the satisfaction of their clients. It has never been their goal to do the greatest number of transactions, their goal is to bring the greatest value to you.

Article by Fran Lichtman, Broker-Associate and Randy Rabney, Realtor-Associate
The Lichtman Rabney Group at Hearth Realty Group

For more information call 646-734-3718 (c) 973-913-5055 (o) or visit www.NJisHOME.com

Jen Greenberg, Susie Adamson and Bonnie Ramsey featured in Matters Magazine

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Hearth Realty Group agents, Jennifer Greenberg, Susie Adamson and Bonnie Ramsey (of Adamson Ramsey Homes) are features in this months issue of Matters Magazine “Celebrating the heroic strength and successes of Wonder Women: the business leaders in our midst.”