A landmark home (due to its unique color) on the border of Diamond Head and Kahala is now available. 4205 Kahala Ave. (MLS# 1016051) is the 2nd lowest priced listing in Diamond Head at $1,398,000 Although I can’t say I’m fond of the color, this home has served as a great landmark, or reference point over the [...]
I woke up yesterday morning to this beautiful sunrise on Kauai. The heavens were starting this Kauai New Year by showing us the bountiful wonders of nature. January 1, 2011 7:00 a.m. on Kauai, Hawaii
A donkey round-up is underway. A recent aerial survey over the Waikoloa area found a donkey population estimated at 400-600. Severe drought conditions have been forcing donkeys to forage for something to eat or drink. Donkey’s have started coming into people’s backyards in the Village.
Selling stumbling blocks in today’s market. In an effort to maximize their proceeds from the sale of their home, some sellers are looking for discounted commissions, limited Broker services, and still overpricing their homes so they “have room to negotiate.” Are these good strategies for 2011? Here are a few things to consider when deciding [...]
“I’m waiting for the market to reach bottom before I buy!” I hear that a lot these days. People are out there looking. They are finding homes they like that are priced much lower than they were 2 years ago, but some are hesitating because they aren’t sure that the “market has hit bottom yet.” Waiting [...]
Lease-hold (LH) ownership of real estate vs. fee-simple (FS) ownership of real estate in Hawaii. If you are browsing Hawaii real estate for the first time…you may notice that there are some AMAZING properties listed way cheaper than seems reasonable. You’re probably thinking to yourself whether that unreal price is tied to some type of [...]
A wonderful new luxury condo (MLS# 240736) found oceanfront in Kona. This beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom has an exceptional location and was designed by renowned architect Vladimir Ossipoff! New to the market, and a ‘rare find’! It is completely and exquisitely renovated to the finest detail. The kitchen is designed for the most discriminating [...]
So, you’re thinking of buying an exotic animal, or you are moving to Hawaii and want to bring your ferrets…which pets are legal? Don’t let your loved ones get locked up…know the law!
No one holds a crystal ball that can look into the future, but here are some real estate predictions and advice made by leading real estate expert Barabara Cocoran for 2011. Excerpts taken from a recent interview she held with Aol Real Estate:
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