March 15, 2022 (Clarence, NY) – Essex Homes of WNY is pleased to announce the promotion of Greg Nanula to Vice President of Sales & Marketing. The announcement was made by Philip J. Nanula, president & CEO of Essex Homes. Nanula has over 17 years of experience in sales and marketing. He joined Essex Homes in 2012 as a Regional Sales Manager, with responsibilities for overseeing new customer home sales across the WNY region, in addition to all leases for The Villas at Brompton, a high-end community of more than 25 luxury villas in Hamburg, NY. He has also been instrumental in furthering the firm’s marketing initiatives, including oversight of the firm’s strategic advertising and social media programs. In his new role, Nanula will continue to oversee all company home sales, as well as the entire Essex Homes sales force, while furthering the firm’s marketing presence across the WNY region and beyond. Prior to joining the firm, Nanula worked his way from a college intern to Nationa...

Employment, local businesses, and tax dollars benefit from the home construction industry. BUFFALO, NY—The home building industry has been working diligently for nearly two years to keep up with the intense demand for new homes throughout the country. The Buffalo-Niagara region is no exception. More than providing residences, the addition of homes to the region is demonstrating short- and long-term benefits, according to a current economic study. Dr. Elliot Eisenberg, an internationally recognized economist, analyzed the depth of the impact that new homes contribute to the local economy. According to Dr. Eisenberg’s study, the residential construction industry accounts for 4,202 jobs in the region, making it the fifth largest employer, larger than Wegmans Food Markets, General Motors, and GEICO. “This total number is disbursed around town in various companies, so no one appreciates how big the overall enterprise is,” explains Dr. Eisenberg, who was formerly the Senior Economist for the...

Amherst, NY – On February 2, 2022, Joel HusVar was inaugurated as the 2022 president of the Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS® (BNAR), a trade organization with more than 3,700 local members whose mission is to promote professionalism, real estate property rights and values and the voice for real estate in Western New York. A Grand Island resident, HusVar was born and raised in the Town of Tonawanda. Real estate has been a longtime passion of the new president. He founded 716 Realty Group 2.0 several years ago and has been an active member of the BNAR, serving on numerous committees and as a board director.  HusVar is working closely with the Evan Wood Fund. Named after the brother of former Buffalo Bills All-Pro Eric Wood, the Fund serves as a critically important resource for the patients and families at Oishei Children’s Hospital. Funds raised have an immediate, positive impact on the comfort and care of chronically ill children and their families  In addition to Hus...

  January 20, 2022 (Clarence, NY) – Essex Homes of WNY is now celebrating its 30th anniversary as a leading custom home builder headquartered in Clarence, New York. Founded in 1992, Essex has consistently ranked among the top five, premier homebuilders in Western New York and is the recipient of multiple local, state, and national awards for building excellence. The firm has built over 2,000 upscale and moderately priced, single-family homes, patio homes, and one and two-story villas ranging from approximately 1,600-5,000+ sq.ft. in communities across the Erie and Niagara regions, including Amherst, Clarence, Grand Island, Hamburg, Lancaster, Lewiston, Lockport, and Orchard Park, among others. The announcement was made by Essex Homes president & CEO, Philip J. Nanula. To mark the firm’s 30th anniversary, Essex Homes recently launched a new website aimed at improving communication and responsiveness with existing and potential customers while increasing brand awareness. The firm...

Pleasant Creek to add third phase of single-family homes BUFFALO, NY —The Town of Hamburg recently approved road dedication that will enable Forbes Capretto Homes to expand Pleasant Creek. The local homebuilder will be adding 11 homesites in the third phase of the community it launched in 2018, bringing the total to 61 homes sold. Located off Rogers Road in the heart of the Southtowns, Pleasant Creek is just minutes from the historic and charming Village of Hamburg. Nearby shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation enhances the convenient location that combines accessibility with a quiet atmosphere of the private cul-de-sac community. For recreation and other activities, Hamburg Beach, Hamburg Fairgrounds, Cloverbank Country Club, and Seaway Trail are also nearby. Pleasant Creek is situated just minutes from both Route 5 and the 90 Expressway, making it easy for commuters. The quality of Hamburg’s school system is another benefit for families living in Pleasant Creek. Students are...

 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 pre...

  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...