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716 Realty Group Commercial Real Estate
2025 Year in Review and Looking Ahead to 2026 Buffalo New York As we close the door on 2025, I find myself incredibly proud, grateful, and energized by what our team at 716 Realty Group accomplished this past year. Commercial real estate is not a side business for us. It is a core discipline that... Read More
Snowy Buffalo, Serious Market Signals
Western New York Real Estate Market Update | December 2025 Hello Western New York, and welcome to Snowy Buffalo! Snow has arrived and Santa is coming….If you’re from here, you know this is just part of the deal and we love the snow. If you’re thinking about moving back home, welcome. You picked a very... Read More
Buffalo and Western New York Real Estate
Buffalo and Western New York Real Estate Navigating Growth, Opportunity & Local Trends Introduction The real estate market in Buffalo and Western New York is undergoing a meaningful transformation. Against the backdrop of shifting economic dynamics, changing buyer expectations, and technological advancements, this region’s housing landscape is more dynamic than ever. As home equity rises... Read More
How Real Estate Investors Use 1031 Exchanges and DSTs to Buy Time, Cut Taxes, and Simplify Life
If your finances were a house, would the rooms connect, or are you stuck remodeling in the dark? At a recent investor meetup, one big idea came through: every financial decision, including protection, assets, liabilities, and cash flow, should fit together like rooms in a well-designed home. When you look at your full financial layout,... Read More
Is the Real Estate Market Cooling or Gearing Up for a Hot Winter?
If you’ve been wondering what’s really happening in the real estate market right now, you’re not alone. Between shifting interest rates, changing inventory, and seasonal slowdowns, it can feel hard to read the signs. But looking closely at the data, the story is far from gloomy. It’s one of balance, opportunity, and a possible surge... Read More
How to Stay Relevant as a Real Estate Agent in the Next Six Months
After training nearly 200 real estate agents and closing more than 4,000 transactions through my brokerage, I can tell you this with absolute confidence: real estate is not what it used to be. The days when someone could take a 75-hour licensing course, post a few photos online, and instantly become an “Instagram Realtor” are... Read More
Time Is of the Essence: Ellicottville Market Outlook
Time Is of the Essence: Ellicottville Market Outlook Ellicottville has always been one of Western New York’s most desirable destinations. It’s a place where year-round residents, skiers, second-home owners, and rental investors all intersect. Heck, its even the first place I ever bought my own home, so I get it as both an owner and... Read More
Earn $625/Hour as a Real Estate Referral Agent—From Home
Earn $625 an Hour as a Real Estate Referral Agent Working from Home If you’ve ever told a friend about a great restaurant or shared the name of a good contractor, then you already know how to be a referral agent. Now imagine getting paid real money to do something that comes naturally. I’m a... Read More
4 Things To Expect from the Spring Housing Market
Spring is in full swing, and the housing market is picking up along with it. And if you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to buy or sell, here’s the inside scoop on why this spring may be a great time to make your move. 1. There Are More Homes for Sale After... Read More
The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?
The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready? If selling your house is on your to-do list this year, the time to start prepping is now. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is coming up fast. A recent Realtor.com study analyzed years of housing... Read More