Peter Hunt has a weekly show on WBEN NewsRadio 930, which has become quite successful over the years, generating a steady listener base, as well as a buzz in the real estate community. The show has aired for the last 15 years. Its content features a varie
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes NYS Senator Robert Ortt. Listen now to hear their discussion!
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker, Enas Latif and Attorney, Eric Vallone!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including WNY Real Estate trends, the appraisal process, contract negotiations, the value/service provided by a licensed real estate professional, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes back as his guest for the 12th time, Jim Fink, Real Estate and Economic Development Reporter for Buffalo Toronto Public Media! Together, Peter and Jim discuss a variety of topics, the history of development in the Buffalo Central Business District (CBD), current development projects in the Buffalo CBD, post-pandemic changes in work/life spaces, repurposing vacant building in Buffalo, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes two special guests; Jillian Jones, Associate Director of the AKG Art Museum, and Jessica Arends, Executive Chef at Cornelia! Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including the recent AKG expansion project, a brief history of the AKG, Cornelia & the culinary experience at AKG, Rockin' at the Knox, public and private events, educational opportunities, public art initiatives in Erie County and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes back as his guest for the 10th time, Patrick Kaler, President & CEO of Visit Buffalo Niagara!Together, Peter and Patrick discuss a variety of topics, including tourism trends across WNY, economic impacts of tourism, pre and post pandemic tourism/travel, amateur athletics and its effects on tourism,hotel availability in Buffalo and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Karen M. Fuhrey, President of HUNT Mortgage!Together, Peter and Karen discuss a variety of topics, including variables affecting mortgage rates, mortgage rate trends, various roles in the mortgage process, real estate affordability/availability and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Dottie Gallagher, President and Chief Executive Officer Buffalo Niagara Partnership. Listen now to hear their discussion!
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz. Listen now to hear their discussion!
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Brian Posner, Geothermal Specialist at NOCO Energy Corp.!Together, Peter and Brian discuss a variety of topics, including energy generation and distribution in WNY, energy efficient technology, carbon credit usage, the Climate Leadership & Community Protection Act (CLCRA), developments in renewable/sustainable energy systems, state and federal energy incentives and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes back as his guest for the 7th time, Stephen Tucker, President & CEO of Northland Workforce Training Center!Together, Peter and Stephen discuss a variety of topics, including tech hubs and manufacturing developments across NY State, creating generational wealth, technology and manufacturing job opportunities in WNY, the use of AI in technology and manufacturing, higher education in technology & manufacturing and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes back as his guest for the 15th time, Tom Kucharski, President & CEO of Invest Buffalo Niagara!Together, Peter and Tom discuss a variety of topics, including economic development in WNY, urban planning variables, the demographic cliff, bringing new companies (and jobs) to Buffalo, LIVE - WORK - PLAY, small business development opportunities in WNY and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Robert Shibley, Director of the Rudy Bruner Center for Urban Excellence and the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of Buffalo!Together, Peter and Bob discuss a variety of topics, including Queen City Hub development updates, Buffalo Building Reuse Project, post-pandemic changes in living/working demographics, direct and indirect effects of interest rates and construction costs on development, the Rudy Bruner Center for Urban Excellence and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Eric Feldstein, Regional President of Western New York at M&T Bank!Together, Peter and Eric discuss a variety of topics, including post-pandemic banking, economic development projects in WNY, technology and innovation, community involvement at M&T Bank and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes two special guests; Carlos Pegado, Chief Technology Officer of HUNT Real Estate, and Dan Mirsky, Chief Marketing Officer of HUNT Real Estate! Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including changes in real estate marketing trends, the use of AI for consumers in real estate, using AI for market forecasting and risk assessment, behavior targeted marketing and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes several special guests – Susan Ballard, Regional Vice President of HUNT Real Estate, and Licensed Associate Real Estate Brokers Mary Peyton and Helen MastrionTogether, they discuss a variety of topics, including real estate inventory in WNY and the Capital region, mortgage rate trends, pros and cons of condos vs new builds and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Jacob Tierney, commercial real estate, banking, finance and energy Reporter for Buffalo Business First!Together, Peter and Jacob discuss a variety of topics including the WNY commercial real estate market vs national trends, post-pandemic changes in workforce populations, mortgage interest rates, commercial development projects in WNY and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Kelly Spurlock, President of the Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS®!Tune in now to hear their discussion on the National Association of REALTORS® settlement and its effects in WNY, local versus national real estate market trends, new construction trends in WNY and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Morgan Hardy the CEO of Leadership Buffalo!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including education and economic development in WNY, community engagement and service project opportunities, post-pandemic leadership development and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes David Weber, President of HUNT Insurance!Together, Peter and David discuss a variety of topics, including homeowners insurance and deductibles, bundling insurance policies, natural disasters and their effects on insurance rates, umbrella liability coverage and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Tom Wiley, President of the Buffalo News!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including a brief history of advertising and real estate marketing, challenges of modern day marketing, using artificial intelligence to create targeted marketing strategies, the value of a professional real estate agent in the homebuying process, optimization of digital advertising and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes former Congressmen and community leader Chris Jacobs. Listen now to hear their discussion!
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Christopher P. Scanlon the Mayor of the City of Buffalo!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including urban planning and developing the Central Business District (CBD), affordable housing opportunities in the City of Buffalo, public services and natural attractions in WNY.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes David Colligan, Attorney and member of The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Board of Trustees!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including rural land values and valuation process, buying timberland, working with a licensed forester, the history of the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, the Ralph Wilson Park Conservancy and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Catherine Shick, PR manager at FeedMore WNY!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including the history of FeedMore WNY, resources and services provided by FeedMore WNY, donation and volunteer opportunities, public and private funding, the new headquarters and warehouse project and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Susan Ballard, welcomes Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Michelle Winer!Together, Susan and Michelle discuss a variety of topics, including the value/service provided by a Licensed REALTOR®, building a client relationship, changes in buyer and seller demographics, real estate market trends in WNY, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Will & Bill Severyn of Severyn Development, and Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker, James hoffman!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including Severyn Development and new construction projects in WNY, the benefits of new construction, design trends in new construction, modular and pre-fabricated homes, pros and cons of buying an existing home vs. new construction.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Jim Fink, Real Estate and Economic Development Reporter for WBFO!Together, Peter and Jim discuss a variety of topics, the history of development in the Buffalo Central Business District (CBD), current development projects in the Buffalo CBD, post-pandemic changes in work/life spaces, the Queen City HUB development project, repurposing vacant building in Buffalo, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes three special guests; Mary Peyton, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker & Branch Director, and Nicki & Bob Miller, Licensed Real Estate Salespersons! Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including continuing education for Licensed Real Estate Agents, house "flipping" and renovations, renovation recommendations, real estate market trends in the NY Capital region, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Alex Vidal, President of ERA® Real Estate!Together, Peter and Alex discuss a variety of topics, including national real estate market trends, pricing recommendations for sellers, mortgage interest rate trends, the value/service provided by licensed real estate professionals, building a customer/client relationship and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Rebecca Gandour, Executive Vice President of the Buffalo Urban Development Corporation!Together, Peter and Rebecca discuss a variety of topics, including the Northland Corridor Development project, the Brownfield Opportunity Area (BOA) Program, factors affecting urban development opportunities and challenges of development in WNY, the Northland Workforce Training Center, the Ralph Wilson Park project and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker and head of the House Hoffman Team, James hoffman!Together, Peter and Jim discuss a variety of topics, including Severyn Development and new construction projects in WNY, the benefits of new construction, navigating wetlands and flood zones, differences and similarities of townhouses and condominiums, the value/service provided by a licensed real estate professional, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes David Weber, President of HUNT Insurance!Together, Peter and David discuss a variety of topics, including homeowners insurance and deductibles, bundling insurance policies, natural disasters and their effects on insurance rates, umbrella liability coverage and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Trina Burruss, President and CEO of the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County!Together, Peter and Trina discuss a variety of topics, including connecting low-income populations with food, housing transportation and health resources, ALICE — Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — promoting financial stability and financial education in WNY, civic engagement and the Next Generation United program, United Way volunteer opportunities and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Susan Ballard, welcomes President of HUNT Mortgage, Karen M. Fuhrey!Together, Susan and Karen discuss a variety of topics, including interest rate trends and factors, home financing and natural disasters, HUNT Mortgage special financing options, financing recommendations for first-time homebuyers, working with HUNT Insurance and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Susan Ballard, welcomes Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Kathleen DiMillo!Together, Susan and Kathleen discuss a variety of topics, including homebuying for first-time buyers, updates to the buyer/agent compensation agreement, mortgage interest rate changes, building a new home, new construction developments in Niagara County, recommended updates and preparing your home for sale and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes two special guests; Robert McDonnell, the President of HUNT Commercial Real Estate, and Steve Fitzmaurice, Professor at the UB School of Architecture and Planning! Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including changes in the post-pandemic workforce, promoting creativity, productivity and socialization in the workplace, development of the Buffalo Central Business District, repurposing commercial real estate properties, recent updates at the Brisbane building including the HUNT Art Gallery and event center, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes back as his guest for the 14th time, Tom Kucharski, President & CEO of Invest Buffalo Niagara!Together, Peter and Tom discuss a variety of topics, including economic development in WNY, determining factors in drawing new populations to Buffalo, development pros and cons of the new Bills Stadium, bringing new tech-hub companies (and jobs) to WNY, small business development opportunities in partnership with 43 North and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Brian Posner, Geothermal Specialist at NOCO Energy Corp.!Together, Peter and Brian discuss a variety of topics, including energy generation and distribution in WNY, updating insulation and energy technology in older homes, heat recovery ventilation (HRV) systems and energy recovery ventilation (ERV) systems in newer homes, the Climate Leadership & Community Protection Act (CLCRA), potential renewable/sustainable energy options available in WNY, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Susan Ballard, welcomes Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker and head of the Enas Latif Sales Team, Enas Latif!Together, Susan and Enas discuss a variety of topics, including the NAR settlement and its effects in WNY, home financing options through HUNT Mortgage, tips for preparing your home for sale, establishing contingencies and additional terms during the home buying/selling process, and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes New York State Senator Robert Ortt. Listen now to hear their discussion!
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Robert McDonnell, the President of HUNT Commercial and HUNT Property Solutions!Together, Peter and Robert discuss a variety of topics, including post-Covid commercial real estate trends, changes in workforce populations, promoting connectivity in the Buffalo Central Business District, property mangement and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes John Gavigan, the CEO of CrediVault & Founder of WireVault!Together, Peter and John discuss a variety of topics, including information technology, cyber security, wire fraud and ransomware protection, transaction technology, title fraud protection and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Susan Ballard, welcomes President of HUNT Mortgage, Karen M. Fuhrey!Together, Susan and Karen discuss a variety of topics, including interest rate trends and factors, home financing myths and specialty programs, financing recommendations for first-time homebuyers, how sellers can prepare for closing/reviewing offers, home refinancing, financing for condos/townhomes and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes the CEO of the Buffalo Niagara Association of REALTORS®, John Leonardi!Together, Peter and John discuss the recent class action lawsuit involving the National Association of REALTORS® and how it will affect the homebuying/selling process going forward, such as changes in commissions, buyers and sellers agreements, viewing homes for sale and more.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Susan Ballard, welcomes Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker Colleen Brunelle and Mortgage Consultant Brian Feldman!Together, they discuss a variety of topics, including current mortgage interest rate trends, HUNT Mortgage programs and special financing opportunities, new home construction process and financing options, the Buffalo Bills, and tips for homebuyers in the current real estate market.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Susan Ballard, welcomes Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker and luxury real estate specialist, Beth Klipfel!Together, Susan and Beth discuss a variety of topics, including steps to take to prepare for the home buying and home selling process, the post COVID real estate market, the correct time to buy or sell a home, luxury real estate market trends, and design trends in luxury real estate.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes Catie Stephenson, the Executive Director of the Buffalo Olmsted Park Conservancy!Together, Peter and Catie discuss a variety of topics, including community involvement and the impact of public parks on communities around Buffalo, operations and standards of care for the Olmstead Park system, funding and budgeting for park maintenance, and the effects of park development on real estate value.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes the Executive Director & Waterkeeper at Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper, Jill Jedlicka!Together, Peter and Jill discuss a variety of topics, including environmentalism in the Buffalo/Niagara region, the effects of environmental development on real estate values, the environmental and coastline recovery process for the Buffalo and Niagara Rivers and watersheds, current and future projects for the Lake Erie waterfront, and the impact of environmental assessments on regional development projects.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes the Executive Director of the Office of Strategic Planning for the City of Buffalo, Brendan Mehaffy!Together, Peter and Brendan discuss a variety of topics, including the process of strategic planning and the development of communities within the city of Buffalo, how approved projects are funded, the long-term effects of how the pandemic has changed the workforce and the development of metropolitan areas, and initiatives for the development of significant projects in the region: Buffalo's Central Business District, Theatre District, Chippewa District, Seneca One Tower, and The Statler.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes the President of Canisius University, Steve Stoute!Together, Peter and Steve discuss a variety of topics, including the value of higher education, redefining the traditional college experience, Division I athletics, and the future of higher education in Western New York and beyond.
On this episode of r-House, your host, Peter Hunt, welcomes return guest Rocco Termini, President of Signature Development. Together, Peter and Rocco discuss a variety of topics, including the challenges of getting development projects done in the region and throughout the country such as the conversion of buildings to bring new life to the properties.