Your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Edward Forbes, Senior Director, Opinion and Engagement for the USA TODAY Network’s Atlantic Group
Together, Peter and Edward discuss the media industry and its transformation from a legacy print business to a digital business, challenges facing upstate and downstate New York politicians, and the role of the media today in an intense competition for content.
Sarah talks with Lorenzo Murray, Team Leader of the Your Home Team, based out of the Capital Region. Lorenzo chats about how important it is to form and be a part of a team in the realm of real estate, and how being a part of a team has helped him and many others grow professionally.
Your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Patrick Kaler, President and CEO of Visit Buffalo Niagara.
Together, Peter and Patrick discuss the impact of the pandemic on tourism and travel, recovery of the industry throughout this year and the outlook for 2022, and the impact of the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center on the community.
So your decision to sell your home in the off-season paid off, and now all you have to do is prepare for your upcoming move to your new living space – in the middle of winter.
While winter moves aren’t always ideal, depending on your individual situation, there are some factors that could potentially make the timing work and actually be a benefit to you. Here are some of those upsides – and downsides – that can help you make a plan to ensure your move during cold-weather seasons is as stress-free as possible.
With fewer people moving in winter, prices tend to reflect that lack of demand, reducing your moving costs. If you’re looking to save some money after purchasing your home, moving during the off-season may be a plus for you and save you money on your move.
Winter tends to be a slower season for movers, and unlike in spring and summer months when movers tend to be booked quickly, you may have more of an opportunity to choose the date that’s right for you to move, or to adjust your date or time if needed. With all the stress that goes along with a move, it can definitely be beneficial to have that flexibility available for your moving date.
Make repairs to any loose bricks or hazards that may be on your walkways, as they may become less visible with any sort of ground cover (think leaves, sticks, etc.). Check your HVAC system and make sure you don’t need a tune-up before the winter season. Check your roof and make sure there aren’t any leaks. Falling leaves can clog up your gutters which can lead to flooding outside and inside your home, so make sure you are cleaning them on a regular basis.
The primary reason that moving during the winter isn’t ideal is because of inclement weather that can affect your move. If you live in an area where it snows, or where the roads and walkways can become icy or slippery, there is more potential to slip while carrying or moving heavy boxes or to have difficulty driving a moving truck on slippery roads.
‘Tis the season – it may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also the time of year for holiday hours and/or closings, which can definitely affect schedules and your planned moving day, causing delays for when you were looking to be in your new home.
If you have school-aged children, moving during the school year can be challenging. Whether their virtual learning space is being moved and changed in the middle of their school year or getting used to a new route to in-person school, there can be lots of disruption for children in school during a winter move.
Whether you choose to move in the chill of winter or on a sunny day in summer, make sure you choose a reputable moving company to help make your move into your new home. When you buy or sell with HUNT, you can take advantage of your full access to our HUNT Homeowners Club, including our preferred moving vendors, so you can enjoy peace of mind during your move no matter what the season.
We are pleased to welcome the following sales professionals to the HUNT Real Estate ERA family. Their association further affirms our commitment to offering the highest level of service to our clients.
If you’re ready to take advantage of everything we have to offer AND make more money, join HUNT Real Estate ERA today!
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Your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Dr. Kriner Cash, Superintendent of Buffalo Public Schools
Together, Peter and Kriner discuss the challenges and impact of the pandemic on the public school system and on local communities, along with the differences in education within the city center versus out in the suburbs.
Chip Murphy & Danielle Gruttadaurio
Sarah chats with Chip Murphy and Danielle Gruttadaurio, two members of the HUNT Real Estate leadership team. They speak about relationship building, the importance of strong leadership, and how their focus on bringing in the right people has led to increasing success in the Rochester, New York region.
There may be a chill in the air, but holiday and winter happenings across New York State are just heating up. Looking for something to do in your area this winter? We’ve put together a list of activities to get you in the spirit of the season!
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Your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Corey J. Hogan, attorney with HoganWillig Law Firm.
Together, Peter and Corey discuss current events, including the new mask mandates in Erie County.
Matthew Frazee joins Sarah today to talk about why he chose to start his career in real estate right out of college. He shares his experiences (so far) and offers his advice as a new agent to others considering the same move.
