HAWAI'I LIFE
Discover Waimea (Kamuela) Town Property For Sale
Thinking of purchasing property on the Big Island? Discover Waimea. Asking $549,000, this home (MLS# 242815) offers Mauna Kea views from Puu Nani subdivision
Big Island Agility Best in Show and Best Novice Award
And the award goes to… Presenting the award is NADAC judge Amanda Nelson from Idaho. The winner is Lani Shackelton, owner/handler, and her adorable Molly.
The Spirit of Hawaii
In Hawaii, we have many diverse cultures, backgrounds, ways of thinking, and being. It seems that we, together, have been going through a state of transition from being focused on the physical—financially obtaining and surrounding ourselves with things, to reverting back to something our forefathers understood—saving and reusing; Helping ourselves as well as our environment. [...]
Big Island Agility’s 3rd Annual Sweetheart NADAC Trial
Also known as the second annual non-tsunami trial! Named so because of the tsunami threatening our island 2 years ago during the 2nd annual Sweetheart NADAC Trial. Boy was the judge excited – he was staying at a hotel on Alii Dr. Then we had to change from an oceanfront restaurant to a higher ground [...]
The Hawaiian Art of Weaving
Weaving is an art form that has lasted through the test of time Unlike other Hawaiian crafts, weaving is an art that did not die. Yes, it has transitioned. Our ancestors made hats to keep the sun at bay while working in the fields. Fans were made to cool you off during the hot summer [...]
$475K Price Reduction in Pineapple Hill Kapalua
Pineapple Hill sits in the heart of Kapalua. This home is located on the golf course at the 13th fairway on a huge lot of over 1/2 acre. Includes a pool, jacuzzi, and even a wine cellar. Originally listed at $4,275,000 and now listed at $3,800,000 (MLS# 344454). This home is over 4,000 sq. feet [...]
Beautiful Stream Front Home For Sale in Waimea, Hawaii
Serenity and composure on a stream I have to say for anyone who reads this, if you are buyer or know one who really deserves a luxury-style home, this stream front home in Waimea is more affordable than ever. Please take another gander at “The Creek,” a beautiful well-designed home (MLS# 233740) with a price [...]
Hospice of Kona Hosts 5th Annual Memorial “Love to Fish” Tournament
Hospice of Kona The bite is back! Yesterday, Hospice of Kona hosted its 5th Annual Memorial “Love 2 Fish” Tournament at the Honokohau Boat Harbor at 8 a.m., with a $250 entry fee and $100 going towards Hospice, all for a worthy cause. You couldn’t have asked for a better day on the water. Light winds, and flat [...]
Hawaii Fannie Mae Home Path Loans
What does it all mean? You have probably seen this logo on for sale signs, fliers, on foreclosures, in the paper, on the MLS (multiple listing services) and, yes, even blogs. You might understand the basics of this loan, but did you know there are 3 different types of Home Path loans? I didn’t, until [...]
Deals – Big Island Puu Lani Ranch REOs
In this gated community, “deals” are in the making. When I have buyers asking me for land, open space, and not so close to the neighbors, oh, and let’s not forget a 20 minute commute to Kona, all at under $400,000’s, I immediately think of Puu Lani Ranch. Believe me, I use to think “good [...]
Hilo Means New Horizons for Hawaii Life
Last month, Hawaii Life finally ventured past the center dividing line of the Big Island and hired our first salesperson in Hilo, Wailana Herbst, R(S). Wailana is a 3rd generation Realtor born and raised in Hilo who knows the area like the back of her hand, is connected to just about everyone in town, and [...]
Maui Soon to Have Curbside Recycling
And it’s starting in Maui Meadows… I knew there was a reason why I like Maui Meadows so much. Besides the eclectic look and feel of the neighborhood, the newly discovered affordability, and the warm days and cool nights, we are soon to be the pilot test area for curbside recycling. I can honestly say [...]
Hawaii Life Kahala Office Grand Opening
I am proud to say that Hawaii Life has an official “brick and mortar” presence on Oahu. On February 18th, we opened our new office in the heart of Oahu’s luxury real estate market - Kahala. We’ve come a long way…I was the first agent to join Hawaii Life in the fall of 2009. Since then, [...]
Beach Villas at Ko Olina Controversy with Developer
The Beach Villas at Ko Olina is the most grand of the condo projects in Ko Olina. This Ocean Tower unit #306 (MLS# 1102202) was just recently listed for $1,095,000 As grand as this project has been, not everyone is happy. According to a recently article in the Star Advertiser, the homeowner’s association is in [...]
Hawaii Home Foreclosures – REO Buying Tips Part 2
Foreclosures: REO Buying Tips, Part 2 Every Realtor dreams of their clients being proactive as they work towards a common goal together. Check out these 10 tips to take responsibility for making your fortune: It’s all about you! Select a knowledgeable, expedient Realtor—Great REO properties move in and out of the marketplace very quickly. On [...]