Top Things to Avoid When Building a New Home
Published August 18, 2023 46 Views
Building a new home allows you to customize everything to your liking, from the layout down to the smallest details like the doorknobs. At Sortino Properties, we know it can be an exciting process, but it can also be overwhelming. Building a house requires attention to detail, patience, and time. Yo...
Sortino Properties Named Best Builder of 2022 by Democrat & Chronicle
Published February 6, 2023 225 Views
The team at Sortino Properties in Rochester, NY is excited to announce that we were recently named Best Builder in Democrat & Chronicle’s 2022 Community Choice Awards. After decades of hard work and a staunch commitment to those we serve, this is an honor which we’re very proud to re...
Choosing a New Construction Floorplan Ideal for Your Evolving Needs
Published June 23, 2022 439 Views
Buying a new construction home, regardless of whether it’s your very first home or the dream home you’ve been working a lifetime for, is obviously one of the most significant decisions anyone will ever make. In addition to location, surrounding amenities, and access to work and travel, c...
Spring 2022 Continues to Be a Strong Seller’s Market
Published March 23, 2022 538 Views
Over the past year, the interest in the Rochester, NY real estate market has been almost beyond belief. With Spring approaching, there’s no indication that the trend will be slowing down any time soon. Many are leaving the big cites, and ongoing economic incentives, coupled w...
Choosing the Perfect House Design for Your Future
Published December 10, 2021 799 Views
Whether you’re shopping for your first new home or looking for a larger house that’s suitable for a growing family, one of the most important aspects of the home buying process is choosing a house design and construction style that will be as pleasing today as it is many years down the r...
Tips When Choosing Exterior Colors for Your New Home
Published October 4, 2021 613 Views
Whether you’re shopping for new construction homes in the Rochester area, or elsewhere in the state of New York, choosing an exterior color scheme is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during the process. Keep in mind, each builder is different when it comes to exterio...
Customize Your New Construction Home with Sortino Properties
Published August 9, 2021 631 Views
There’s nothing quite like being the first ones to occupy a brand new home. Everything is new, unscathed, and just waiting to provide years of enjoyment and reliable function. As many new homebuyers learn, however, not all builders offer the freedom to customize some elements durin...
New Construction Homes in Rochester NY Available Right Now
Published June 19, 2021 891 Views
For those in the process of looking for a new home, you don’t need any reminders of how competitive the market has become. The combination of historically low interest rates, corporate investor buying frenzies, and a mass exodus from many urban centers has made it increasingly difficult for fa...
Building Material Costs are Driving Up New Home Prices
Published April 26, 2021 866 Views
Many who are shopping for homes have surely noticed that new construction prices have been steadily rising, and there are several reasons for this. First, there’s been an increased demand for new homes in light of how many people are leaving urban areas nationwide. Also, interest rates remain...
Finding HOA Maintained Communities in Rochester with Low Fees
Published February 28, 2021 1130 Views
It’s no secret that more and more prospective home buyers are choosing HOA communities these days based on their convenience, appearance and extended amenities. Of course, it’s important to do your research when choosing the right community, as the fees can range quite drastically. Here...
Building the Perfect Forever Home in Rochester NY
Published October 19, 2020 1134 Views
2020 might possibly go down as one of the strangest years on record, but that hasn’t stopped many from pursuing the goal of building their dream house in the Rochester area. For some, this entails setting into a new development or established community, while others are planning a custom...
Making the Decision to Build a Room Addition
Published August 11, 2020 1257 Views
Adding a room addition to your home can be an exciting endeavor, and one that offers a wide range of benefits in terms or space, distinction, curb appeal and increased value. They can serve as home offices, reading or sun rooms, media areas, greenhouses and countless other possibilities. And, should...
Choosing a Home Builder Who Sees What Others Miss
Published June 18, 2020 1293 Views
We’ll be the first to admit that we’re not the only home builder in Rochester. There are many reputable builders in the Western NY region, many of whom are respected colleagues of ours. That said, there are just as many who remain 100% focused on profit, notoriety and complet...
Benefits of Expert Planning During New Home Construction
Published April 20, 2020 1338 Views
Just as realtors can assist greatly when it comes to finding an existing home, working with an builder who understands the ins and outs of new home construction can be an asset of immeasurable value during the planning and building phases. For those who’ve been through the process, you a...
Choosing Between Townhomes and Single Family Homes
Published March 8, 2020 1267 Views
Regardless of whether you’re a first time home buyer or well-versed in the process, choosing the perfect place to call home is a decision that will ultimately affect the way you live for many years to come. And like so many others, the question of whether to purchase a townhouse or singl...
Finding the Right Plot of Land for Your New Rochester Home
Published November 1, 2019 1509 Views
While there are many important steps when it comes to building a new home, one of the most crucial is choosing the perfect site for your residential build. Too often, homeowners choose a site without doing all the necessary back-end research to make sure that it’s a good fit. This...