Forbes Capretto Homes puts finishing touches on Birdsong Estates showplace. BUFFALO, NY —Homebuyers have been eagerly looking for new construction homes at a pace that was accelerated with the onset of the 2020 pandemic. As we head into 2022, the dream of a new home continues, and local homebuilder Forbes Capretto Homes is helping people to see this vision, with the finishing touches completed on a model home in their Orchard Park community, Birdsong Estates. The two-story home  is located at 7424 Jewett Holmwood in Birdsong Estates, a coveted community just minutes from the Village of Orchard Park. The neighborhood is located in a pastoral area, among parklands, nature trails, horse farms, and rural scenery. Yet, it’s still just 10 minutes from shopping, dining, entertaining, and other amenities that are plentiful in Orchard Park, including the exceptional schools. The 3,372-square-foot model has been professionally decorated throughout. The model is now a showplace that presents the

  The reimagined Bethlehem Church is now home to 12 unique lofts. Buffalo, NY (October 8, 2021) – Combining historic architecture and modern design, Buffalo’s newest high-end city condominium project - Cornerstone Lofts - is pleased to announce that the new lofts are now available for purchase. Built in 1909, Bethlehem Church was the cornerstone of its community. Over a century later, the legacy of this landmark has been restored and brought to new life as Cornerstone Lofts. Lofts are ready for viewing, with an open house being held on Saturday, October 9, 9am-12pm at 340 Bird Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14213 . Nestled in a close-knit residential community in the heart of Buffalo at 340 Bird Avenue, the development offers a variety of spacious, open floor plans beaming with natural light and featuring original exposed brick, custom designed cabinetry, luxurious finishes, full appliance packages, and private parking. “Neighboring Buffalo State, and just steps from the art galleries, re

  HUNT Real Estate ERA acquires Great Spaces ERA located in the Boston suburb of Dorchester. Buffalo, NY (October 6, 2021) – HUNT Real Estate ERA, the largest brokerage firm in the ERA Real Estate network, has acquired Great Spaces ERA located in Dorchester, Massachusetts.  Great Spaces, which has 12 agents, was founded in 2014 by industry veterans Nadine Fallon and Jamie Iacoi, and has been in the top 5% of Boston agencies for transaction volume each year since 2017. HUNT Real Estate already operates 14 offices throughout central and eastern Massachusetts under the name ERA Key Realty Services. The addition of Great Spaces expands the reach of the combined companies, increasing options for homebuyers and sellers, especially in the Boston market. Great Spaces will benefit from the suite of digital tools and best-in-class infrastructure provided by HUNT and ERA Key, according to Fallon. She added that the company’s emphasis on training, seller services and other suppor

  HUNT Mortgage donates $15,000 in grants to housing-related nonprofit organizations BUFFALO, NY – July 15, 2021 – HUNT Mortgage is teaming up with the Buffalo Bills and Sabres Foundation for Give716 Day, Western New York's community-wide day of giving. HUNT Mortgage is a Power Hour Sponsor and will contribute a total of $15,000 to local housing-related charities: PUSH Buffalo ( https://www.pushbuffalo.org/ ), Buffalo Urban League ( https://www.buffalourbanleague.org/ ), and Heart of the City Neighborhoods ( https://hocn.org/ ). Give716 gets underway on Thursday, July 15 at 7:16 p.m. and runs through 11:59 p.m. on Friday, 716 Day. According to the Give716 website ( https://give716.org/ ), the goal of Give716 is simple, to unite Bills and Sabres fans with the Western New York community in an epic day of giving. It also aims to bring awareness and develop deeper, more meaningful connections between nonprofits providing vital supporting services to our community. “We are

Having solid investments is a great way to enjoy the peace of mind that only financial security can bring. No doubt, real estate is among the   most lucrative   ones to consider, making an investment property or two really great additions to your financial portfolio. In fact, some of the   world’s richest   actually made their fortune in real estate, and yes, they all had to start somewhere. But before you spend all your hard-earned savings on investment properties, it’s prudent to take the time for due diligence and set yourself up for success. Here are some tips to get you started.   When you’re ready to find that perfect Western New York property to begin your adventure in rental investment, visit   2FindYourHome   to view the latest listings!   Get your ducks in a row.   Unless you’re made of money, real estate   investments   should not be taken lightly. It’s only wise, therefore, to take stock of your financial capacity before taking the leap. Moreover, you should also get to kno

  Buffalo, N.Y. – June 23, 2021 – Respected real estate industry publication REAL Trends has released the 2021 America’s Best Real Estate Professionals list honoring the most productive real estate agents and teams by state and metropolitan area based on transactions and closed sales volume totals in 2020 . In total, 17 HUNT Real Estate ERA sales professionals and teams were recognized by REAL Trends with two teams ranking in the Top 5 for all of New York State. The Magguilli Team of HUNT’s Brighton-Pittsford branch ranked #4 in the Large Teams category with 216.5 transactions in 2020, and the CNY Key Team of HUNT’s CNY East branch ranked #5 in the Small Teams category with 161 transactions in 2020. HUNT Real Estate sales professionals and teams recognized on the REAL Trends 2021 America’s Best Real Estate Professionals list: John Denniston (Perinton branch) Kathleen DiMillo (Lockport branch) David Duskee (Liverpool branch) Brian Hillery (West Seneca branch) Carol Kl

New parents have plenty of great reasons to go house-hunting. Perhaps you need more bedrooms to accommodate your growing family, a bigger yard for outdoor play, or a location that's closer to schools and extracurricular activities. Whatever you’re looking for, selling a home and buying a new one can be stressful enough without a baby on the way. Take the time to prepare so you can ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible. The following list of resources will help you navigate the selling and buying process and find the perfect place to spend your parenting years.     Find a Fantastic Real Estate Agent   A great real estate agent is crucial to navigating the process of selling and purchasing in tandem.     Hire a real estate agent.   Know how to choose the right real estate agent for your needs. Ask these key questions.   Get Your Financials in Order   Purchasing a new home can be a fairly complex process. To make sure you’re on the right track, it’s best to follow a few impor