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REFPNY holds first Annual Bowling Fundraiser & Networking Event

Shown are members from the “Revival Properties Group & Advantage Partners” team. Back row (from left) are: Thomas Stallone, Summit Public Adjusters; Steve Rivera, Revival Property Group; Michael Sellis, Advantage Partners; Steven Tsiolis, Lane Associates; Chris Guzzello, CV Auto Transport; Vinny Galiano, Minion Made; and Emmanuel Zisis – North Shore Benefit Services. Front row (from left) are: Youssef Elsayad, Cuff & Collar; and Gina Mcneely, Revival Property Group

Melville, NY Real Estate and Financial Professionals of New York’s (REFPNY) held its first Annual Bowling Fundraiser & Networking Event held on October 18th at Bowlmor Long Island. Partial proceeds were donated to Habitat for Humanity Long Island Chapters in support of raising money to build new homes for the less fortunate. The “Revival Properties Group & Advantage Partners” team took home the trophy for highest overall team score. Some of REFPNY’s upcoming events include the following:

• November 7 – Webinar: “How Tax Reform Affects the Real Estate Industry” from 1 - 2 p.m. Guest Speaker: Matthew Rappaport, Esq., LL.M

• December 12 – 3rd Annual Holiday Party from 6 - 8 p.m. at Jewel Restaurant, 400 Broadhollow Rd, Melville, NY.

To register for these events, visit: https://www.refpny.com/events

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