Strategic Plan

Governance: Through the coordinated efforts of leadership, volunteers, and staff, MJAR operates a fiscally responsible business that is future-focused, member-centric, inclusive, and committed to fulfilling its strategic vision

Government Affairs: Members of MJAR are invested in the political process and engage in advocating for principles and policy positions of the REALTOR® Party including property ownership, housing opportunities, smart growth, and other REALTOR® Party principles and policies as requested by all levels of the REALTOR® organization

Community Outreach: Through various endeavors MJAR demonstrates its commitment to our communities and the people who live and work in them

Professional Development: MJAR is dedicated to raising the professional bar of its membership by providing the highest caliber of career development opportunities for all member audiences and faithfully administers Professional Standards servcies per the National Association of REALTORS® Code of Ethics & Arbitration Manual

Communication: Members and the communities we serve recognize MJAR as the trusted voice for all things real estate in central NJ

Through the coordinated efforts of leadership, volunteers, and staff, MJAR operates a fiscally responsible business that is future-focused, member-centric, inclusive, and committed to fulfilling its strategic vision.

Staffing: MJAR has a highly qualified and empowered CEO and professional staff who are vested in the success of the organization by advancing the vision of the strategic plan

Facility and Operations: MJAR maintains a state-of-the-art facility that is strategically located to allow for continued growth and favorable alignment of business resources

Finance – With an elected Treasurer who collaborates with the CEO, the Director of Finance & Operations, the Finance Committee, and financial consultants, MJAR is a fiscally responsible business that maximizes its potential and is prepared for growth

Structure – MJAR has clearly defined roles and responsibilities for all volunteer positions/projects, and member engagement opportunities

Business Growth – MJAR explores opportunities with other entities for continued business expansion and growth

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – v offers all REALTOR® members the opportunity to apply to serve in volunteer leadership roles at MJAR, and the Nominating Committee recognizes the benefits of diversity and interviews and fairly considers all qualified applicants

Volunteer Opportunities – MJAR welcomes all members to apply to serve on a committee or other workgroup and strives to offer a volunteer position to every applicant

Members of MJAR are invested in the political process and engage in advocating for principles and policy positions of the REALTOR® Party including property ownership, housing opportunities, smart growth, and other REALTOR® Party principles and policies as requested by all levels of the REALTOR® organization

Fundraising: MJAR members understand the importance of and embrace a culture of financially investing in the political process

Policy: MJAR establishes positions regarding significant land use or environmental issues affecting our communities, and supports the public policy positions of the National Association of REALTORS® and New Jersey REALTORS®

Grassroots mobilization: All “calls for action” from all levels of the REALTOR® organization are quickly shared with members, who are urged to take immediate action, and the platform of the REALTOR® Party is communicated

Influence, Outreach: CORE engages in outreach to REALTORS® who have a ‘seat at the table’ on local government, municipal and regulatory boards, commissions and business organizations to strengthen our advocacy and communication efforts

Programs, Events: MJAR and its members engage with the public in specific property/housing-related events, programs, and partnerships, demonstrating a commitment to improving the quality of life in our communities for the people who live and work here

Advocacy and Consumer Mobilization: Utilizing available resources and grants, MJAR seeks opportunities to partner with the public to build stronger communities, proactively identify issues affecting real estate, and advocate for REALTOR® Party principles and priorities in our communities

Through various endeavors MJAR demonstrates its commitment to our communities and the people who live and work in them

Influence, Outreach: MJAR celebrates and showcases the generous charitable endeavors of our members and undertakes community service projects that make a difference in the lives of real people living and working in our communities

MJAR is dedicated to raising the professional bar of its membership and providing the highest caliber of career development opportunities for all member audiences and faithfully administers Professional Standards services per the National Association of REALTOR®’s Code of Ethics & Arbitration Manual

Programming: MJAR is the preferred destination for the career development life-cycle needs of real estate professionals seeking to enhance their business

Trainers: MJAR hires high performing and engaging subject matter experts to deliver exceptional courses for the real estate professionals attending our programs

Target Audiences: MJAR proactively anticipates the specific needs and exceeds the expectations of all types of members

Marketing: MJAR communicates through a variety of methods to effectively promote courses and attract attendees and also provides members with information about various professional development options from our State and National associations

Delivery Options: Utilizing current technologies, MJAR consistently delivers relevant courses and career development programming through a variety of learning platforms

Professional Standards Enforcement: MJAR provides a full spectrum of professional standards services and systems as defined by the National Association of REALTORS®

Fair Housing: MJAR offers its members impactful fair housing classes and information underscores at New Member Orientation and in member communication vehicles the REALTOR® organization’s commitment to and support for fair housing and endeavors to support the fair housing education requirements of the State of New Jersey.

Members and the communities we serve recognize MJAR as the trusted voice for all things real estate in central NJ

Internal: Members rely on MJAR as the trusted resource for timely and relevant information that underscores the value of the programs, products, and services delivered by all three levels of the REALTOR® organization

External: The public recognizes MJAR and its members as the authority for ‘all things real estate’, and as trusted partners in the communities in which we live and serve

Messaging and Branding: MJAR’s communications deliver a clear and uniform message to members and the public that articulates who we are and what we stand for

Delivery Methods: Utilizing a variety of communications vehicles, MJAR consistently delivers timely and relevant messages to members and the public

Talent-Member Database: MJAR maintains a database that collects relevant member data and demographic information to match their talents and expertise with the projects, initiatives, and issues that require high level collaboration and input

MLS Support: MJAR communicates with area MLSs on behalf of our members, providing feedback regarding service provision and other issues that may arise