As family-owned real estate companies merge, morph & disappear, HUNT thrives     WESTERN, N.Y. (Aug. 31, 2016) – HUNT Real Estate today announced a new campaign push as the company celebrates 105 years in business. The Upstate New York-based, family-owned and operated real estate firm has more than 40 branches throughout Western, Central and Northern New York, and the Capital Region, and employs nearly 1,200 sales associates.   HUNT’s new outreach campaign, HUNT Thrives , comes at a time of a major real estate market disruption in the Upstate New York region. The campaign aims to remind customers of the company’s longevity and stability through the tagline “as real estate companies merge, morph and disappear, HUNT thrives.”   “With recent acquisitions of other local competitors by a larger, Pennsylvania-based firm, we’re keenly focused on reminding our customers and agents that HUNT is steadfastly committed to the future with a solid succession plan in p

A Forbes Capretto exclusive community on Grand Island, NY, offers a tranquil escape with ample nearby amenities GRAND ISLAND, NEW YORK, AUGUST 24 - Forbes Capretto is delighted to inform everyone about their newest community on Grand Island, New York. New England Estates is within minutes of several marinas and state parks, Interstate 190, and the Canadian border. Located on the Niagara River between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, Grand Island Estates is perfectly situated for fans of boating, fishing, scuba diving, and stunning natural scenery. This fantastic community is also within easy reach of Niagara Falls and the City of Buffalo. New England Estates is perfectly positioned for both workday commutes and weekend fun. Additionally, New England Estates is within walking distance of both Grand Island Senior High School and Veronica E. Connor Middle School. It is also a short drive from Kiddo’s Korner Preschool and Huth Road  Elementary School. Half of the available home sites in the

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers to stay vigilant against an increase of IRS impersonation scams in the form of automated calls and new tactics from scammers demanding tax payments on iTunes and other gift cards. The IRS has seen an increase in “robo-calls” where scammers leave urgent callback requests through the phone telling taxpayers to call back to settle their “tax bill.” These fake calls generally claim to be the last warning before legal action is taken. Once the victim calls back, the scammers may threaten to arrest, deport or revoke the driver’s license of the victim if they don’t agree to pay. “It used to be that most of these bogus calls would come from a live-person. Scammers are evolving and using more and more automated calls in an effort to reach the largest number of victims possible,” said IRS Commissioner John Koskinen. “Taxpayers should remain alert for this summer surge of phone scams, and watch for clear warnin

David Homes is kicking off their Summer Grand Opening at their River Oaks Landing Lifestyle Community on Grand Island. Located adjacent to the private River Oaks Golf Club, on the convenient Southeast corner of Grand Island, David Homes has created a low-maintenance community featuring a number of new designs including ranches and two-story homes. A low monthly HOA fee takes care of all grass cutting, landscape maintenance and snow removal. “We are proud to offer new homes at River Oaks Landing starting in the mid $200’s, an almost unheard of price range in this hot real estate market.” Said David Stapleton, Owner of David Homes. The new David Homes Sales Center at 9 Greenside Drive, off Whitehaven, is a First Floor Master design showing over 2,400 square feet of open concept living space. As you approach this home, note the covered front porch, a great spot to relax and enjoy nature. Upon entering, you will see a two-story foyer along with an adjacent Flex Room. Currently set up as a