There are so many questions for people who are thinking of buying a house and it really can help to have some knowledge before embarking on such a huge endeavor. Most people have careers and families already taking up a majority of their time and attention. Adding the task of buying a home can seem like [...]
I love the Maui lifestyle—I am a bit of a throwback from the old Maui days. I have always had a little of the farmer in me, which I get from my mom’s side of the family. I use to raise my own chickens, love fresh eggs. These days, in my spare time I am into [...]
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Isn’t that the burning question? That and…“Have we hit the bottom?” No one, and I mean no living person, has THE crystal ball that can predict the future, but we can track the cycles of the Oahu luxury real estate market with some idea of what comes next. One thing we know is that when [...]
Now that the world stock markets have had their way with you and your plans for growing your wealth by investing with them, I want to tell you about another, more appealing way to invest. There is a way to actually own something you can put your soul into and love, and not lose sleep [...]
Congratulations to Richard Morgan and Linda Fess of Boise, Idaho as they are the new owners of Lahaina Shores #420, a studio vacation condo unit located on historic Front St. in Lahaina, Maui. The Stice Team took great pride in representing Richard and Linda on their recent purchase. Comparable condos like their purchase were going [...]
Understanding the tax implications of your real estate dealings can be most useful to your financial future. Many times, by applying the tax benefits of home ownership, it turns out that buying a home is often less expensive than renting. When you acquire a home you are entitled to acquisition debt, that is, the debt you [...]
Most of us are looking for a sustainable lifestyle. Whether you live on a large or small property, this is something that may be obtained. Here are ways to live sustainably: A good start may begin with solar water heating; check with your local county provider for rebate/incentive programs Start a garden Start a compost [...]
Stop your debt cycle! Many Americans are living month to month, just one emergency away from financial disaster. A recent study from the National Bureau of Economic Research states that 51% of Americas would be unable to come up with $2,000 cash in case of an emergency. In spite of this, the average American family is [...]
We are still seeing a lot of short sales on the Big Island—especially along the Kohala Coast. Wake up to these views from (MLS# 233717)—Kohala Estates short sale asking $550,000 For our buying clients and customers, here’s a guide to the pitfalls and benefits of short sales in Hawaii: Short sales and foreclosures made up [...]
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