Firms with decades of service to their communities unite to elevate client experience
BRICK, NJ, (May 9, 2025) – CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty has joined forces with Gloria Zastko, Realtors, a 34-year-old agency, bolstering the CENTURY 21® brand market share in Central New Jersey by expanding the firm’s service area to the north and west. With this announcement, the formerly independent firm will do business as CENTURY 21 Gloria Zastko Realty to continue to lean into its strong local reputation, while leveraging the brand tools, technology and systems of the most recognized name in real estate.*
Based in North Brunswick, NJ, Gloria Zastko, Realtors, was founded in 1991 and is a full-service real estate office serving Central Jersey. With 29 agents, the firm consistently ranks No.1 in sales each year in its hometown, as well as being a top agency for market share throughout Middlesex County. Andrew Zastko, broker/owner of Gloria Zastko, Realtors, is a top producer in the market, past president of All Jersey MLS, and well respected in the industry.
CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty was founded in 2018 and is currently led by Michael Barone and Steven Poole. More than 137 real estate agents with four locations serve an extensive area across Monmouth and Ocean Counties including many highly desirable Jersey Shore towns.
With this latest merger, CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty will now comprise approximately 166 independent agents and five offices. Leveraging the CENTURY 21 brand’s robust suite of business-building tools, these agents will have access to state-of-the-art technology and an international network to complement their community connections and local market knowledge.
According to Michael Barone, broker/owner of CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty, joining forces with Gloria Zastko, Realtors is helping to bring together like-minded, growth-oriented real estate professionals who are committed to high levels of service to both clients and community.
“The decision to merge CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty with Gloria Zastko, Realtors was influenced by several key factors, particularly the alignment of our company cultures and shared values,” said Steven Poole, owner of CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty. “Both companies have a long-standing commitment to exceptional service and a deep-rooted dedication to the communities we serve. This shared ethos creates a strong foundation for collaboration and mutual growth as our newly merged company will offer an unwavering dedication to meeting the diverse needs of homebuyers, sellers, investors, and developers across the region.”
“Our agents are excited about the opportunities for professional growth and collaboration that this merger presents,” said Andrew Zastko. “With access to a larger network of experienced professionals, innovative resources, and comprehensive training programs, they will be better equipped to serve their clients.”
“This strategic merger was a long time in the making. After exploring many other opportunities, I felt that CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty was the best fit for my company, agents, and clients. Gloria Zastko, Realtors has a stellar reputation for being dedicated to our community and providing comprehensive local real estate expertise to our clients. Our merger will further the value to both our agents and clients by expanding our reach with industry-leading marketing strategies, innovative technologies, and an unwavering commitment to exceptional client service,” continued Zastko.
*Study Source: 2023 Ad Tracking Study. The survey results are based on 1,200 online interviews with a national random sample of adults (ages18+) who are equal decision makers in real estate transactions and active in the real estate market (bought or sold a home within the past two years or, plan to purchase or sell a home within the next two years). Recognition question based on consumer awareness of brand in question. Results are significant at a 90% confidence level, with a margin of error of +/-2.4%. The study was conducted by Kantar Group Limited, a leading global market research organization, from November 17 – December 1, 2023.
About CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty
CENTURY 21 Solid Gold Realty is an independently owned and operated franchise affiliate of Century 21 Real Estate LLC, franchisor of the iconic CENTURY 21® brand, comprised of approximately 11,000 independently owned and operated franchised offices in 79 countries and territories worldwide with more than 130,000 independent sales professionals.
Century 21 Real Estate LLC is a subsidiary of Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (NYSE: HOUS), a global leader in real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation, and settlement services.
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