Real estate briefs
Weichert helps spread smiles with 39th annual toy drive
The Weichert Family of Companies completed its 39th annual toy drive, collecting more than 13,700 new toys for families and children in need this holiday season.
The collected toys were donated to several charities throughout the regions in which Weichert does business, including the Ashley Lauren Foundation, Jersey Battered Women’s Service, Childhelp Alice C. Tyler Village, Salvation Army, Project Warmth NJ, United Way and the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.
In addition, employees at Weichert’s corporate headquarters donated more than 400 toys to the New Jersey Department of Child Protection and Permanency’s Holiday Appeal, which provides gifts to children who have been victims of child abuse or neglect.
“The Weichert Family of Companies is honored to continue our tradition of bringing joy to those in need during the holiday season through our annual toy drive,” said Jim Weichert, president, chairman and CEO of Weichert, Realtors. “We are committed to giving back to the communities where we do business, and once again, there was tremendous support and generosity from Weichert sales associates and employees,
as well as our clients and the residents and businesses in the communities we serve.”
The new, unwrapped toys were collected at Weichert, Realtors sales offices and the corporate office. Weichert also partnered with Bank of America Merrill Lynch this year, whose Iselin, N.J., campus employees gave generously. In addition to toys, Weichert collected clothing, food, gift cards, diapers and financial contributions, which were passed along to various charities.
Realtor named chair of Counselors of Real Estate chapter
David J. Caracausa has been a member of the Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) since 2013. This elite group and prestigious organization
consists of only just more than 1,000 members worldwide. They are recognized for their commitment to excellence, knowledge, integrity, competence, community, trust, judgment and adherence to a strict code of ethics and standards as professionals in the real estate industry.
Members bring a broad range of real estate experience and technical competency to assignments. They serve as a leading source of real estate advisory expertise and insight and are a resource to each other, their clients, the real estate industry and their communities.
This year, Caracausa was selected as chairperson of the Del Val chapter of the Counselors of Real Estate.
“It is an absolute honor and my pleasure to be selected to serve as chairperson of the Del Val chapter of the Counselors of Real Estate for 2018,” Caracausa said.
The chapter consists of members from various sectors of the industry: private equity principals, investors, finance, appraisers, tax advisers, investment advisers, attorneys, real estate brokers and market study companies.
“This elite group of intelligent people are standouts in the real estate industry that are constantly sharing ideas, information and always looking for knowledge to keep them in the forefront of the industry,” Caracausa said.
Based in Chicago, CRE is an invitation-only organization whose members undergo a rigorous screening process that includes case study reviews and a one-on-one personal interview. Candidates must also share documentation of previous real estate counseling to establish a track record of superior performance. Consideration is given to character, experience, knowledge, professional judgement and ongoing client relations.
“As chairperson of the Del Val chapter of the Counselors of Real Estate for 2018, I look forward to continuing to leverage the expertise of my fellow CRE members in guiding my clients through the decisionmaking process that will result in positive outcomes,” Caracausa said.
Berkshire Hathaway welcomes sales associates
Anne Tulloch, sales leaders of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors Spring House Home Marketing Center, welcomes Amy Klein as a sales associate.
Formerly with Weichert Realtors, Klein specializes in relocation, rentals and first-time buyers. A recipient of the Top Producer Award, Klein brings 20 years of experience in sales and negotiation. A member of the Suburban West Realtors, she is an active member in her community, particularly the Pinecrest Homeowners Association. She serves Montgomery, Bucks, Berks and Chester counties.
Linda Ostrowsky and Lauren Sisson, sales leaders of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors Blue Bell office, welcome Jen Guicheteau as a sales associate.
“I joined BHHS Fox & Roach because I believe they are the best company around,” she explained.
Guicheteau resides in Oreland with her husband, Mike, and their five children. She serves Montgomery County.