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Western New York Showcase of Homes 1/29/2026

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Why use Mainstream Funding?

Winter markets can feel unpredictable, but Mainstream Funding acts as your guide. As a mortgage broker, we work with a broad network of lenders to help match borrowers with loan options that align with their goals, credit profile, and property type without relying on a one-sizefits-all approach.

Mortgage Hack

Getting pre-approved before house hunting is like shopping with a price tag already in hand less guessing, more confidence, and stronger offers

Mortgage Broker Lingo:

AUS (Automated Underwriting System) is the lender’s risk engine. It analyzes a borrower’s credit, income, assets, liabilities, property details, and loan structure to decide whether the loan fits agency guidelines. The two main systems:

DU (Desktop Underwriter) – Fannie Mae

LP (Loan Prospector) – Freddie Mac

Publisher's notice:

Observe Window Frost and Condensation

Cold temperatures reveal how well windows seal. Excess moisture or frost can signal efficiency issues.

Let Snow Highlight Clean Lines and Curb Appeal

Snow creates contrast. A tidy, wellkept exterior stands out more clearly in winter.

Experience the Neighborhood in Its Quiet Season

Winter often brings calmer streets and fewer outdoor distractions.

Buyers get a true sense of everyday noise and activity.

Make Decisions Based on Performance, Not Appearances

Without landscaping distractions, buyers can focus on structure, systems, and layout.

Reduce Buyer Doubt With Winter Readiness

Prepared homes reduce hesitation. Buyers feel reassured when everything works smoothly.

Let Cozy Spaces Drive Emotional Connection

Fireplaces, living rooms, and gathering spaces feel more meaningful in winter.

FOUNDER/BROKER/OWNER metrorobertsrealty@gmail.com (716) 480-3049

ERIKA FRENCH CORPORATE TRAINER erikafrench315@gmail.com (716) 870-6300

cathy@metroroberts.com (716) 844-8591

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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, LANCASTER lancaster@metroroberts.com (716) 668-2500

ryan@metroroberts.com (585) 755-2890

MAINSTREAM FUNDING NETWORK, INC. was founded in Williamsville, NY February of 1991 to provide an alternative to the often insensitive and bureaucratic institutional options that have characterized the mortgage lending industry for decades.

FROM THE OUTSET, WE HAVE PROVIDED a remarkably streamlined and personalized application-to-closing experience for thousands of clients. Over the years as we have grown in size, our veteran administrators and staff continue to function in concert with our original philosophy. Our commitment to making each client feel like our only client continues to earn us respect for our competence, praise for our attention to detail and repeated referrals from satisfied homeowners.

Marty Hackford Kevin Petronio Timothy Collins
Jim Roberts Katie Medina Candy Juzysta
Jeffrey Jess Anthony Rijos
Derek Greiner
Michael Kearns

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Together Achieving More

Western New York Roberts Realty Advantage.

We Handle Your Real Estate, Appraisal and Auction Needs.

We handle both online and in person auctions throughout the Western New York Region

We have the technology and marketing footprint to showcase your property in it’s best light.

NEVER MISS AN AUCTION

Stay up to date on our auction schedule and news, or bid from anywhere. Download our app to your smartphone today. Works for both Apple and Android.

FOR OVER 30 YEARS JAMES ROBERTS has been a fixture in the Western New York real estate market. Mr. Roberts bought his first house when he was 19 years old and never looked back. He owns and operates one of the top real estate companies in Western New York.

Mr. Roberts is a member of the National Auctioneers Association (NAA) along with being a NYS Certified Appraiser and NYS Real Estate Broker. Mr. Roberts has his CREA designation from Certified Real Estate Auction School. Mr. Roberts also holds many real estate certifications and a bachelor’s degree in education and business.

WNY Metro Roberts Realty and its affiliated companies have been in business for over 30 years. We are a full-service brokerage that places our clients’ needs before our own. We have over 360 real estate agents and 5 appraisers. Our group is also home to the largest property preservation company in the area. Our appraisal company has completed valuations for over 3 decades.

SOUTH BUFFALO OFFICE

861 Abbott Road Buffalo, NY 14220

716-828-0005

DERBY OFFICE

6853 Erie Road Derby, NY 14047

716-947-5555

HAMBURG OFFICE

302 Buffalo Street Hamburg, NY 14075

716-646-6400

LANCASTER OFFICE

4721 Transit Road, Suite 18 Depew, NY 14043

716-668-2500

ORCHARD PARK OFFICE

4124 North Buffalo Street Orchard Park, NY 14127 716-662-0449

TONAWANDA OFFICE 2211 Sheridan Drive Tonawanda, NY 14223

716-875-2211

WEST SENECA OFFICE 960 Center Road West Seneca, NY 14224

716-891-1710

WILLIAMSVILLE OFFICE 5687 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14

716-559-9972

WARSAW OFFICE

4694 Broadway Road Depew, NY 14043

585-968-4450

LOCKPORT OFFICE 21 Main Street Lockport, New York 14094

716-727-5680

ELMWOOD OFFICE 1020 Elmwood Ave Ste 101 Buffalo, NY 14222

716-692-9464

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