Davies earns Associate Broker

JAMESTOWN – Lee Davies, REALTOR Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate in Lakewood,  has been issued an Associate Broker’s license by the State of NY.
Lee, successfully took all of the required real estate courses and passed the required State Broker’s examination.  Said Davies, “I wanted to continue my education so that I can provide the best service to my clients.”
Steve Holt, Sales Manager , “We’re proud of Lee for taking the initiative to advance his career.  Over a third of our agents have achieved their Associate Broker license, it establishes them as an expert in the field, and ensures the customer gets a better experience.”
Lee Davies Auction Services. Licensed in NY and OH, handles storage, on-site, and  real estate auctions as well as contract work for other auction houses.

“I try to provide as many services as possible for my clients, so I can meet their diverse needs,” said Davies.

     Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate is a family owned business and is the leading Real Estate Brokerage in Chautauqua County, with offices in Fredonia, Lakewood, and Mayville serving Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Erie Counties.  They expanded  this year with their new sister company, Howard Hanna Profesessionals, with offices in Olean, and Bradford PA.
Both are franchises of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services, the 3rd largest real estate company in America, the #1 privately owned broker in the nation and the largest home seller in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York.  . With 270 offices across PA, OH, VA, MI, NY, WV, NC and MD their more than 9,000 sales associates and staff are guided by a spirit of integrity in all aspects of the real estate process.

Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate, DBP Realty and Penn Laurel Realty partner through Howard Hanna franchise program

Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate, DBP Realty and Penn Laurel Realty partner through Howard Hanna franchise program

Chautauqua, New York (March 23, 2017) – Pete Holt, Broker/Owner of Chautauqua County real estate company Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate today announced that DBP Realty in Olean, NY and Penn Laurel Realty in Bradford, PA have partnered with Holt through the Howard Hanna franchise program.  DBP Realty and Penn Laurel Realty will now operate as Howard Hanna Professionals.

“Today was a momentous day for us,” said Holt.  “We have after months of negotiation and inspiration, the partnership we have formed with these two companies, that are both #1 in their markets, to give Western New York and Northwestern Pennsylvania a new realty solution, Howard Hanna Professionals. We are honored.”

Dennis Pezzimenti, Broker/Owner of DBP Realty, and Mike DePalma, Broker/Owner of Penn Laurel Realty joined Holt for the announcements.  “We have seen the unique programs and services the Howard Hanna Holt company has been able to provide their buyers and sellers because of their relationship with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services.  We will now be able to do the same in our marketplaces,” said Pezzimenti.

Howard Hanna Professionals will immediately be able to offer the Howard Hanna 100% Money Back Guarantee while also benefiting from the company’s state-of-the-art marketing tools, training, and technology.

“The Howard Hanna franchise program allows us to retain decision-making locally while giving us an invaluable resource to expand our reach and capabilities for our agents and clients,” added DePalma.

Howard Hanna Professionals now has the strength and the outstanding resources of the family-owned and operated Howard Hanna Real Estate Services with 270 offices and more than 9,000 sales associates and employees across the eight states of New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, Michigan, West Virginia, Maryland and North Carolina.

Helping people feel at home since 1957, Howard Hanna is the #1 home seller in Pennsylvania, Ohio and New York and the 3rd largest real estate company in the United States.

DBP Realty, located at 410 Wayne Street, Olean, NY 14760, and Penn Laurel Realty, located at 32 Bolivar Drive, Bradford, PA 16701 will begin to change their signs to Howard Hanna Professionals and Howard Hanna’s green and gold colors.

For more information, Dennis Pezzimenti can be reached at 716-372-1155 or at dennispezzimenti@howardhanna.com; Mike DePalma can be reached at 814-362-7450 or mikedepalma@howardhanna.com.

For more information about franchise opportunities with Howard Hanna, contact Tom Schoeller at tomschoeller@howardhanna.com or at (570)-460-0272.

 About Howard Hanna – Howard Hanna Real Estate Services has been helping people feel at home since 1957, when the family-owned and operated company was founded in Pittsburgh, PA.  Sixty years later, the company is the third largest real estate company in America, the #1 privately owned broker in the nation, and the largest home seller in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York. The company specializes in residential and commercial brokerage service, mortgages, closing and title insurance, land development, appraisal services, insurance services, corporate relocation and property management. With more than 270 offices across PA, OH, NY, VA, MI, WV, NC and MD, more than 9,000 sales associates and staff are guided by a spirit of integrity in all aspects of the real estate process.  For more information, please visit: HowardHanna.com or facebook.com/howardhanna.

Chautauqua County Trick or Treating Hours

Here are dates and times for trick or treating in our Western NY communities.

October 30th
Sheridan 3-5 pm

October 31st
Ashville 6-8 pm
Bemus Point 6-8 pm
Brocton 5:30-7 pm
Cassadaga 5-7 pm
Dunkirk 4-8 pm
Ellicottville 6-8 pm
Falconer 5:30-7 pm
Forestville 6-8 pm
Fredonia: 4-7 pm *7pm curfew
Frewsburg 6-8 pm
Gowanda 5:30-7:30 pm
Jamestown 6-8 pm
Lakewood 6-8 pm
Mayville 5-7 pm
North Harmony 5-7 pm
Randolph 6-7:30 pm
Silver Creek 5-7 pm
Sinclairville 5-7 pm
South Dayton 5-8 pm

Have a safe and happy Halloween.

10 Hunting Properties for sale in Chautauqua County NY

            Chautauqua County is known for being a great area for hunting.  With bow season just kicking off over the weekend, we thought it would be helpful to focus on some hunting property that is on the market.  We've also put together a quick page with our WNY hunting properties.
Camps
3206 CLYMER-SHERMAN RD
            This 29.7 acre is an outdoor haven.  This camp has numerous treestands and feed plots around the property, and black bear, whites tail, and turkey are frequent visitors.  Outbuilding have well, septic, and underground electric.  ATV trails run throughout the property, there is a bass stocked pond, and even 100 trees tapped for maple syrup.  Listed at just under 90k check out this great property for lovers of the outdoors.
4880 Rte 76
36 acre hunting property and camp.  Several tree stands in place.  Cabin has electric, propane heat, well, and septic.  Barn for storage and toys, ATV trails throughout property.
Acreage
Wilbur Road, Dunkirk NY
Over 34 acres of vacant land.
Johnson Road, Sinclairville NY
14.9 acres with 9 wooded acres with small stream.  An established driveway leads way for potential campsite.
Ellicott Road Fredonia
Roughly 28 secluded acres, teeming with wildlife.  Primarily wooded, with clearing near road.
1275 Big Tree-Sugar Grove Rd
Wooded acreage with small stream and updated tree-stand. Could be used as private hunting camp with 12 x 24 Cabin built in 2010 and updated this year in early 2016. Gated entrance with electric at the road.
Stockton-Cassadaga Road
Just down the road from the Marden E Cobb waterway, this 49 acre parcel is mostly wetlands, with a 8 acre buildable area by the road.
Homes with Hunting
8213 Ravlin Hill
Far more of a homestead than a strictly hunting properly, this 3000+ square foot, 4 bed, 2 bath sits on 117 acres the majority of which are wooded.  The property is also conveniently situated by Peak ‘n Peak for skiers and golfers, and by the snowmobile trails.
4587 Parker Road

4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on a picturesque 52.9 acres, with a finished basement and attached two-car garage, has free gas.  f you enjoy outdoor recreation, this is truly a dream come true! You can keep your horses in one of the two barns located on the property. Enjoy riding the trails and seeing the grounds with two ponds or scenic wooded areas and treestands without ever leaving your property.  The acreage is rich with game as many of the trophies around the fireplace were taken on the property.
4600 Fluvanna-Townline Road
Beautiful log cabin home sits back of the road on a 72 acre lot (35 wooded) with creek and waterfall.  Large three car garage, wood burning fireplaces perfect for a year-round home or a hunter’s paradise.

Here is a NYS Hunting Season guide
For more information on licensing, seasons, public land for hunting, and more visit the state DEC site.

Writer Contact Nick Holt

    Fall is here, and while the smell of grapes in the air might make you want to sit back and relax, there are a few pieces of home maintenance you should get done before that harsh WNY winter.  Here’s a quick list from our great Chautauqua REALTORS:

Clean the gutters and drainage areas-  Clogged gutters are an enormous cause of ice buildup on your roof.  You can wait until most of the leaves have fallen, but you do not want to wait until the snow comes.  Make sure they’re secure and replace problem areas.

Paint your home exterior-  With low humidity and temperatures it is a great time to paint.  Check for any areas where paint is bubbling, cracking, or chipping.

Winterize your lawnmowers and yard tools-  Gas will degrade sitting for a few months, so either run it dry or add fuel stabilizer to your gas and any spare gas (run it for awhile to be sure stabilizer reaches your carburetor.

Get your winter tools ready- Make sure that snow blower is up and running, get shovels etc, somewhere they are easily reachable.

Drain and dry exterior water fixtures- Drain and put away the hose and clear any exterior water lines, frozen pipes can do real damage.

Get the garden ready-  Now is the time to plant bulbs for next spring, additionally it’s a good time to divide and move perennials.

Inspect and Maintain Furnaces and Fireplaces-  Make sure that your heating system is ready to go and safe for when you’ll need it.  Great time to change filters and have them serviced.

Caulk and Seal Windows and Doors-  A little draft can make a big difference in your heating bills, make sure they are airtight.

Finally enjoy the colors and the outdoors, Winter is coming.

HHH Welcomes Sandra Moss to Lakewood/Jamestown Sales Team

     Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate services is pleased to welcome licensed salesperson Sandra Moss to the sales team at their Lakewood/Jamestown office.  Moss brings over 20 years of property management and hospitality operations experience.  She is a UNLV certified hospitality purchasing & property management specialist as well as a member of the: Chautauqua County Board of REALTORS, the NYS Association of REALTORs, and the National Association of REALTORS.
     “We are excited to welcome Sandra Moss to our Lakewood sales team,” said Sales Manager Steve Holt.  “She goes right at any task or obstacle placed before her and is fitting right in at the office.”
     An accomplished violist for over 40 years, Sandra gives back to the local music community serving as a board member of the Persell Music Boosters and the Jamestown Suzuki Strings.  She is also an avid fitness enthusiast and is a certified:  Schwinn Cycling Instructor, American Aerobics & Fitness Association Kickboxing and Group instructor, and an American Council on Exercise Elite Trainer.  Sandra is quick to point out that her proudest accomplishment is her three daughters .
     “Sandra’s energy and enthusiasm are clear from the moment you meet her,” said Broker/Owner Pete (George) Holt.
     Sandra’s love for the community led her into real estate.  “I've entered the real estate profession to help sell and turn around some of our blighted income properties downtown, be a part of revitalizing Jamestown.
     When asked why she chose Howard Hanna Holt Moss replied, “[…] because of their serious dedication to their agents success and ability to stay competitive while also being the most integrity-filled Real estate company in the region. I felt a true connection when I interviewed and knew I'd love to be a valuable part of this successful and caring company.”
      Moss is exited to put her professional experience and passion for real estate to work for you.  She can be reached at our office across from the Jamestown Mall, by calling 716.484.4040, or by email sandramoss@howardhanna.com
     Chautauqua County-headquartered Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate (howardhannaholt.com) offers comprehensive residential and commercial real estate sales, leasing and related services, including real property appraisals, property management, development services, vacation property rentals and traditional rentals.  Founded in 1983 by the Holt family, the privately owned affiliate of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services has grown substantially in the past decade, with offices in Fredonia, Lakewood/Jamestown, Mayville, and virtual offices for the Chautauqua Institution and Peek ‘n Peak communities.

     Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is the top real estate company in Pennsylvania and Ohio, and ranks nationally as one of the four largest real estate companies. The family-owned and operated real estate company specializes in residential and commercial brokerage service, mortgages, closing and title insurance, land development, appraisal services, insurance services, corporate relocation and property management. With 171 offices across PA, OH, VA, MI, NY, WV, NC and MD their more than 6,500 sales associates and staff are guided by a spirit of integrity in all aspects of the real estate process.
Writer Contact Nick Holt

The Chautauqua County Board of REALTORS held its annual awards meeting at the Webb’s Captain’s Table in Mayville, NY.  The members and guests in attendance had lunch and listened to speakers including John Jablonski III, Executive Director of the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, as well as a quick overview of Board Business before the main event, the presentation of Presidential Sales Awards. 

For the second year in a row, Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate was honored to have more award-winning agents than any other real estate brokerage. 16 of their agents received more than 1/3^rd of the awards.

“I was tremendously pleased at how many of our agents collected awards this year,” said Sales Manager Steve Holt.  “When agents work hard and utilize our Marketing program we can do great things.”

Presidential Awards are given based on sales volume or total transactions.

Recipients of the Bronze Presidential Award for a sales volume of over one million included: Lisa Barber, Doug Hooper, Jennifer Wohler, Tammy Schmitt, Tarrin Nocero, Greg Buckley and Lisa Nielsen.  Bill Corsi was honored with a Silver Award for over two-million dollars.
Half of the Gold award winners (3 million) were from Howard Hanna with Bill Carlson, Catherine Brooks and Sandy Haines earning honors.  Matthew Wroda and Cynthia Rosenbloom earned the platinum award for exceeding 5 million dollars in sales volume.

The Diamond Award is the highest level of Presidential Award with agents needing to reach a whopping 10 million dollars in sales or 60 transactions.  Half of all winners were from Howard Hanna Holt, with Renee Pchelka, Ed Miller, and Anne LaPaglia taking home honors.

Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate had two of the top three agents in the area in transaction sides.  Renee Pchelka was second in the county with 85 points, while Anne LaPaglia was third with 76.  Anne also was third in the board in total dollar volume with 9,368,257.

“I continue to be amazed at what our top producing agents accomplish” said Broker/Owner Pete (George) Holt.  “To sell over a property a week anywhere is impressive, to do it in a rural area like Chautauqua County is inspiring.

Chautauqua County-headquartered Howard Hanna Holt Real Estate (howardhannaholt.com) offers comprehensive residential and commercial real estate sales, leasing and related services, including real property appraisals, property management, development services, vacation property rentals and traditional rentals.  Founded in 1983 by the Holt family, the privately owned affiliate of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services has grown substantially in the past decade, with offices in Fredonia, Lakewood/Jamestown, Mayville, and virtual offices for the Chautauqua Institution and Peek ‘n Peak communities.

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services is the top real estate company in Pennsylvania and Ohio, and ranks nationally as one of the four largest real estate companies. The family-owned and operated real estate company specializes in residential and commercial brokerage service, mortgages, closing and title insurance, land development, appraisal services, insurance services, corporate relocation and property management. With 171 offices across PA, OH, VA, MI, NY, WV, NC and MD their more than 6,500 sales associates and staff are guided by a spirit of integrity in all aspects of the real estate process.