HAWAI'I LIFE
Talk Story #33 – Kewalo Basin, One Example of Kaka’ako’s Diverse Opportunities
A peaceful setting belays the fact of activity galore available in this prime area between Honolulu and Waikiki.
Talk Story #32 – New High Rise (Waihonua) Offered in Kaka’ako Has Eager Buyers
Kaka’ako is happening!! Action and change continues now with the Kewalo Development LLC, an affiliate of A&B Properties (Alexander & Baldwin) once again changing the skyline in this prime area between Honolulu City and Waikiki. Interest is high, lines have formed at the Waihonua Sales Gallery The ‘Waihonua’ will be the newest high rise joining this area [...]
Talk Story #30 – Changes Continue in Kaka’ako at Ward Center on Oahu
While still studying plans for a major redevelopment of their ownership portion of prime acreage in Kaka’ako, the Howard Hughes Corporation continues to move forward with the completion of a previously stalled and partially finished building opposite Ward Center between Auahi St. and Queen St. New construction near the Ko'olani and other luxury condos Recently, [...]
The Money is Moving to Hawaii Luxury Real Estate
How does Hawaii’s real estate market compare to what is going on nationally? Who is buying on Oahu? We hear statistics everyday about the real estate market and how bad it is, but in real estate, it is very much neighborhood based. Some neighborhoods are selling faster and for higher prices than others. Sometimes, you will [...]
Talk Story #26 Kaka’ako Living – Enjoying the Old and New in a Prime Area
Gigantic Hawaiian mural painted on the side of the Nalu Lani Plaza building The mural above is not a new addition to the area, nor does it have much to do with the modern plans expected in this area, but it does reflect the fact that history is always present in Hawaii no matter how [...]
Commonly Asked Hawaii Public and Private School System Questions – Moving to Hawaii?
I had a client recently ask me a few questions regarding the public and private school system in Hawaii and the Oahu housing market. I think this is truly relevant as I find most of my clients are looking for the same answers. Hopefully, you will find my answers helpful as well. Go for it!! [...]
Talk Story #24 – When Moving to or Downsizing in Hawaii Consider Oahu’s Lifestyle
Seniors, are you downsizing? As the action below depicts, changes are part of the ups and downs of life, and it all depends on which direction one chooses to follow. If you have been considering moving to Oahu, or are downsizing from a current Hawaii property, flow with the excitement of this challenge! ‘Decisions’ are [...]
Own an Ocean View Hawaii Penthouse at an Affordable Price of $439,000
(Honolulu, Hawaii) When I first discovered Hale O Kalani Penthouse 4, I saw it as a diamond in the rough. It is a rare 3-bedroom haven that is conveniently located in Makiki for a bargain price of only $439,000. Imagine a penthouse for less than half-a-million dollars. This newly renovated gem has vintage marble floors. My daughter, Ashley, and I [...]
Canadians Surpass Japanese for Foreign Investment in Hawaii Real Estate
For 2010 and 2011, Canada has taken over for Japan as the #1 foreign country investing in residential real estate in Hawaii. I had the opportunity to hear Dr. Michael Sklarz of Collateral Analytics speak today at the Hawaii Convention Center about foreign real estate investment. He had some interesting data that he was able [...]
Luxury Real Estate Along the Honolulu Marathon Course
The 2010 Honolulu Marathon is coming up this weekend on Oahu. This Hokua unit 30G (MLS# 1014598) priced at $2,160,000 overlooks Ala Moana Beach Park The Start—The course starts at Ala Moana Beach Park and heads towards downtown Honolulu and Chinatown. The runners then loop around on King Street back towards Ala Moana heading east.
Hawaii Five-O (Heihei) Visits Kaka’ako Real Estate
Hawaii Five-O continues to dominate TV airwaves Monday nights, and this week’s episode had some fantastic scenery of Oahu again. This 909 Kapiolani Blvd. condo (MLS# 1011374) is right across the street from armored car heist The episode started off with an armored car heist which in subtitles said was in Waikiki, however, it looks like it [...]
Seller Financing – A Great Tool for Sellers and Buyers on Oahu
Seller financing can open opportunities for both Sellers and Buyers in today’s Real Estate Market. This North Shore home (MLS# 1004616) is 1 of 45 homes in MLS offering seller financing
3 Best Honolulu Condos For Sale Under $300,000 With 2 Bedrooms
Good Things Come in Threes Did you know that you can find fee simple, 2 bedroom condos for sale in Honolulu with parking for under $300,000?