Robitaille Relocation & Real Estate was recently listed in Business First as one of “Western New York’s Most Admired Companies for 2013". The nominations were selected by, considering company growth, success as an employer and connection with the local community. Isabel J. Robitaille, President and CEO, stated that she contributes the success to the professionalism of her employees and agents, their adherence to the mission statement and overall esprit de corps.

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 Pleasan...

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....