Essex Homes celebrates the groundbreaking of their new neighborhood, Essex Greens at Waterford, conveniently located off of Roll Road in Clarence, NY.   “We are very happy to confirm that construction has started at Essex Greens at Waterford. We are certain Essex Greens at Waterford will demonstrate our dedication to building quality homes in the most desirable areas of Western New York,” said Phil Nanula, President, Essex Homes. Essex Greens at Waterford will consist of over 100 luxury patio homes. The first phase will feature 34 home sites and will be available for new home construction upon completion of the roads and utilities. The patio homes are designed specifically with today’s home owners in mind; those who are interested in a lower maintenance lifestyle, while still benefiting from the luxury features they desire. As a premier builder in the area, Essex Homes’ mission statement pledges their homebuyers; Commitment, Quality, Service and a Pleasant Ho

Fall is here. The leaves are changing, the cool breezes have moved into Western New York, school is back in session, and chances are your family is back into a routine. Autumn is also a great time to consider buying a home. There are many choices for buyers looking for mortgages. One option, FHA home loans, are a viable alternative for many first time buyers. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) —which is part of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) — insures the loan, so your lender can offer you a better deal, including a low down payment and low closing costs. Owning a home is the American dream. A home not only provides financial benefits but it also provides shelter and security to families. Did you know that… • Homeowners move less often and are more likely to vote and volunteer time for political and charitable causes than renters? • Children of homeowners tend to perform better in school and attain higher levels of education than children of pare

Rochester, NY – Beth Stablewski, Salesperson, has joined the Orchard Park branch of Nothnagle Realtors.   Beth is skilled in both the residential resale markets and new home construction. Beth Stablewski can be reached at 716-932-5611.     ### About Nothnagle Realtors Nothnagle Realtors is a full-service real estate company offering 29 convenient locations in upstate New York.   In 2012, Nothnagle agents facilitated over 9,000 transaction sides valued at $1.3 billion.   In addition to traditional brokerage services, Nothnagle offers a full range of services including insurance, home warranty, mortgage, property management and home maintenance and repair.   Established in 1948, Nothnagle is celebrating its 65 th anniversary in 2013. For more information, visit www.Nothnagle.com .

Amherst, NY – Kim Jerzewski, Salesperson, has joined the Amherst branch of Nothnagle Realtors.   Kim specializes in relocation and makes customer service her top priority. Kim Jerzewski can be reached at 716-932-5320       ### About Nothnagle Realtors Nothnagle Realtors is a full-service real estate company offering 29 convenient locations in upstate New York.   In 2012, Nothnagle agents facilitated over 9,000 transaction sides valued at $1.3 billion.   In addition to traditional brokerage services, Nothnagle offers a full range of services including insurance, home warranty, mortgage, property management and home maintenance and repair.   Established in 1948, Nothnagle is celebrating its 65 th anniversary in 2013. For more information, visit www.Nothnagle.com .

ERA Team VP searches for local photographs that capture the essence of each area, to be raffled at 4 th Annual Agents of Hope Scramble Golf Tournament, with winning photographers awarded a cash prize and a chance to win an Ellicottville vacation getaway. ERA Team VP Real Estate is looking for local photographs that best represent the “hometown” areas of western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania that ERA serves. Nine winning photographs, each representing a different “hometown”, will be unveiled at this year’s 4 th Annual Agents of Hope Scramble Golf Tournament that ERA Team VP will be hosting on Wednesday, August 28 th , 2013. One of the nine winners will be randomly selected to receive a two night stay, for up to four people, at the Ellicottville Inn Condominiums. The Ellicottville in is located right in the heart of Ellicottville, within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. The remaining winning photographers will be awarded a $25 debit card and

The Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS® (BNAR) today announced that it is supporting Byron Brown for re-election as mayor of Buffalo in the upcoming election.  The decision was reached after analyzing the incumbent’s commendable housing record over the past eight years including holding the line on property taxes, his positive achievements in attracting medium and high income residents to downtown, his programs which fight blight and promote residential living, redevelopment along the waterfront, promotion of the medical corridor, and tireless efforts to improve the overall quality of life throughout Western New York. “One of the greatest assets in our region is housing affordability ,” stated 2013 BNAR president Louis Vinci. “We need to expand on that asset by controlling taxes, enhancing residential communities and demolishing decaying, blighted structures.  Mayor Brown has been successful in the past and should be given the opportunity to build upon these successes.” Holdi

Amherst, New York - The Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS ® , Inc. (BNAR) presented a special award from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) to nineteen members for forty years of service to the real estate industry as well as the first ever Lifetime Achievement Award.  The awards were presented at a luncheon last month at the Buffalo Launch Club in Grand Island, New York. Realtor Emeriti Honorees this year are Josephine Badame-RealtyUSA, Judith Colvin-Century 21 Gold Standard, Shirley Donnelly-WNY Metro Simme, Clayton Ertel-RealtyUSA, Joseph and Lois Gerace-Bob Harris Realty LLC, Peter Gfoerer-Hartwood Real Estate, Lewis Kline-Great Lakes Real Estate, Joni Korus-RealtyUSA, Ann Kwitchoff-Cipriano, Inc., Margaret Lombard-WNY Metro Roberts Realty, Charles Longo-Great Lakes Real Estate, Kenneth Mulhall-WNY Metro Sandra Lee Wirth, William Pfeil-Triton Realtors, Victor Przybyl-Stovroff & Taylor, Lorraine Redlinski-Hunt Real Estate ERA, Leonard Rinallo-Hooper

Forbes Capretto Homes is pleased to announce the grand opening of the “Fairway II” at 4 Branch Way, set on a water view home site in Hidden Pines.   This is the first home to feature the Fairway II floor plan, which offers just over 2,800 square feet of living space.   A band of cultured stone runs along the front of the home, hinting at the quality of the details to be found inside.   The covered front porch provides shelter as you prepare to step into the two-story foyer. To the right, an archway opens to the den/playroom. Opposite, the dining room features a butler's pantry with granite counters, adding elegance to formal occasions.   The kitchen/dinette includes a bayed prep area offering panoramic views over your back yard and pond. A generous allocation of granite counters, stylish Aristokraft cabinets, large walk-in pantry, center snack bar and spacious breakfast area ensure there's ample counter, storage and dining space. Stainless steel appl

  Working with a Realtor gives buyers, sellers and investors many advantages they need to succeed in today’s real estate market. One of those advantages is the assurance that Realtors subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics which provides their clients with the highest degree of professionalism, ethics and service. And this year marks the 100th anniversary of the Realtor Code of Ethics.   Not all real estate licensees are Realtors. Only those who are a member of NAR can use the term Realtor and subscribe to the Code of Ethics as a condition of NAR membership. Realtors are the most trusted resource for real estate information and have access to advanced educational opportunities and training in real estate specialties, bringing value to buyers, sellers and investors.   The Code is a comprehensive document spelling out professional responsibilities owed to clients, other Realtors and the general public. All Realtors must take comprehensive training on NAR’s Code of Ethics at least once ev

Essex Homes is proud to announce its newest project, Essex Greens at Waterford. “This exciting new patio home project in Clarence will be located in the prestigious Waterford neighborhood off Roll Road in Clarence; a setting unlike any other patio home project in our area” stated Philip J. Nanula, President of Essex Homes. Essex Greens at Waterford will consist of 102 luxury patio homes surrounded by a scenic natural wooded setting protected by the Western New York Land Conservancy; the first phase will feature over 50 home sites. These patio homes are designed for today’s home owners interested in a lower maintenance lifestyle that still includes all the luxury features they desire. In addition to the natural beauty and privacy of Essex Greens at Waterford, this new community offers walking and biking trails plus convenient access to Transit Road shopping, dining and entertainment, as well as, being just minutes from several Clarence Town Parks, a

Forbes Capretto Homes is pleased to announce the grand opening of the “Crestwood” at 5962 Corinne Lane in the Waterford Estates community.  This custom-built home offers nearly 3,300 square feet of living space with four bedrooms.  The home welcomes you and your guests with a stylish exterior that shows a full covered front porch and professionally-landscaped yard. Inside, the first floor offers 9’ ceilings and a generous allocation of hardwood flooring. The two-story foyer features a clerestory window, large storage closet and guest bath.  Double French doors open from the foyer to the private den/playroom. Opposite, the dining room features crown molding and painted chair rails, adding formality to the room. At the back of the home, an open kitchen/dinette includes a large pantry, center island snack bar and breakfast area.  The L-shaped run of granite counters provides separation from the sun room with its cathedral ceiling, bright windows and door to the back yard. A columned half

[Ellicottville, NY] (4/4/2013) – ERA Team VP Real Estate of western New York and northwestern Pennsylvania recently presented awards for 2012 production at their annual Agent Awards Luncheon held in Ellicottville, New York.   Sales associates were recognized from all office locations, which include Ellicottville, Cuba, Chautauqua, Lakewood, Bemus Point and Fredonia in New York and Warren and Bradford in Pennsylvania. Sales Associates received awards for their 2012 sales production and total number of closed transactions in comparison to their ERA Team VP Real Estate colleagues.   The following sales associates were recognized for their achievements. Cathy Pritchard was #1 in sales production and #3 in closed transactions in the Ellicottville Office, while she ranked #1 in sales production and #5 in closed transactions for the entire firm, which includes all office locations.   Tina Dillon was #1 in closed transactions and #2 in sales production in the Ellico

It is almost upon us, the long anticipated Spring Real Estate Market. It’s the time when all sellers and buyers come out of hibernation and transact real estate. Every year around the end of February, we can expect the number of listings to start increasing and the market to be in full buzz by March.  Just by flipping through the Open House section of 2FindYourHome you can see the amount of available listings has nearly doubled from just a month ago. Why? Most people want to find a house by the end of June so that they can move over the summer when work loads are lighter and kids are not in school. If you list your house in May and it takes three months to sell, you will find yourself in July, in a quieter market. However, if you list your house in March and it takes three months to sell, it will still only be May, there is a month or two left in the busiest real estate time of the year. No worries, no pressure.  If you're thinking about selling there is no time like the present to

It may be for Western New York and the rest of the country for that matter. Last year marked the highest number of homes sales nationwide since 2007.  Last October alone, the number of closings in WNY was up 23 percent from just the year before! Why, you might ask? Record-low mortgage rates paired with eager buyers taking advantage of the relative high affordability of homes (cost to potential worth ratio) in the market contributed significantly to the jump in sales.  Sales did drop slightly in December. This can most likely be attributed to concerns of the potential "Fiscal cliff". But last year as a whole saw existing home sales hit 4.65 million, up 9.2 percent from 2011 nationally. These trends look to continue in 2013. It is anticipated that January sales will be back up with the supportive buying conditions and the increased incentives for first-time homebuyers. The sales boom of 2012 has left the market lacking inventory. Last years 3rd quarter saw a drop of 16 percent

BUFFALO, NY – January 4, 2013 – HUNT Mortgage is pleased to welcome Marian Guarino to their leading team of mortgage consultants. With 27 years of experience, Guarino brings a wealth of knowledge and a track record of success to the organization.   “My recent change in career to join HUNT Mortgage was an opportunity for me to come home to the Sales Manager, Jeanie Grant, who really took a chance on me 8 years ago. The transition was refreshing, knowing I was walking into the best team environment possible,” says Marian Guarino. Guarino specializes in tailoring the best solution for clients interested in buying a home or refinancing one. She maintained one of the highest business capture success rates at her previous employer, and converted 50% of all pre-qualifications to mortgage applications in 2012. She is an FHA Direct Endorsed Underwriter, as well as Licensed Mortgage Consultant, MLO#64679. Guarino’s vast experience extends from processing, clos

Isabel J. Robitaille, President & CEO is pleased to announce that Robitaille Relocation & Real Estate has celebrated their 20th Anniversary.  This Woman Owned company has grown from a sole proprietor to a team of twenty-five professionals who are certified in their particular skills and many have been affiliated with the firm for more than 15 years.  Robitaille offers specialized Relocation and Destination Services for corporate transferees and new hires as well as full real estate services for the local buyer and seller of homes.  The Robitaille trademarked tag line “Welcome Home” carries a special meaning for all those associated with the firm.  The only unique company in Western New York that offers this specialized service.