With a number metrics showing signs of a recovery in the Maui real estate market, some experts have said that we have scraped the bottom of the market and will be experiencing stabilization (which will hopefully be followed by long-term appreciation). And while on a previous Maui real estate update general trends were analyzed, it [...]
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Wailea, HI 96753
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Maui Spotlight: Honua Kai
Kaanapali is redefined by Honua Kai While some areas of the Maui real estate market remain stagnant, Honua Kai in Kaanapali has been setting a high pace for the high-end tier of the market. As the first Fee Simple beachfront condominium complex in West Maui in over 20 years, it received tremendous interest by potential [...]
Information for Foreign Nationals
For many foreign nationals, purchasing properties in Hawaii is the perfect mix of business and pleasure: Buy an investment property in one of the best long-term equity markets in North America and enjoy basking in the sun on ‘trips’ (vacations) to perform due diligence on said investment. A weak US dollar (compared to many foreign [...]
Real Estate Disclosure
A seller recently asked what is the scope of facts that require disclosure during a real estate transaction. In Hawaii, Revised Statue Chapter 508D requires that all sellers (with exceptions given to REO’s) of real property must disclose all known material facts that can be easily be observed from accessible areas. That’s a good [...]
Agent Reboot – Yes or No?
This past week, with much fanfare Inman’s Agent Reboot came to Hawaii for the first time. It was highly publicized event and, as expected, attendance was high with many professionals flying in from the outer islands to join their fellow Oahu Realtors. On the flight home, I overheard a couple of agents discussing whether it [...]
Investing in a Vacation Property?
Practicing real estate sales in a destination location, many of the inquiries received are from potential buyers interested in buying a second home. For many who have the financial means, purchasing a vacation home/condo has the allure of being a solid ‘investment’ and providing accommodations for those family vacations. However, before purchasing a second home, [...]
Status of the Real Estate Market?
There are economic indicators that point to a volatile real estate market which could be hurt by high unemployment and low consumer confidence.
Customer Service? Yes, Please.
What is your take on customer service? A recent experience has me wondering whether ANYONE believes in providing the same level of service that they would expect.
Is It Worth Waiting For Market to Bottom Out?
There are many analysts/experts who are predicting a double dip, the merits of which are debatable on a number of points. But the general consensus is that a interest rates are going to rise in the very near future, after all historically low rates are not meant to be sustainable on a long-term basis. How [...]
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FHA 203k Loans: For many homeowners remodeling could be a better a...
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Rob@Jupiter Real Estate: In Florida we have many condos located on oceanfro...
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Larry: It should almost be a necessity to have a swimming...
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New Media 4 Agents: I think we are past the stage of wondering if it w...
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Jim Wagoner: Good information we all should try to live by....
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$10000 California First Time Home Buyer and New Home Tax Credit Extended
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Unite Against the Sarasota MLS Board
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Short Sale Heaven Coming April 5th 2010
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The Lones Group – Real Estate Social Media Marketing Firm – Sues Agent For Being A Zebra
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California Senate Bill 94 (SB94): Passes; Not even Attorneys can do it!
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