Wow, I don't mean to be heavy or anything, but have you ever asked yourself questions like, "Where is the Real Estate market?" and "Will I ever fit in?"
These two questions are actually related...at least they were for me. When I was in my early 2 [...]
Hawaii's lowest 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are on par with the national average according to Lending Tree.
The lowest 30-year-fixed mortgage found for Hawaii and the nation was 4.375% (4.51% APR). Get a pre-approval from Bank of America ?
The ove [...]
Hawaii Military Real Estate Owners Can Qualify for DoD's Housing Assistance Program
For many serving proudly in the military, being assigned to different posts throughout their careers becomes a fact of life. And with such a high influx of Armed Fo [...]
I was just checking out the link from Hawaii Life's Home page to Bank of America's Hawaii mortgage rates and I saw that rates have dropped to as low as 3.75% for an adjustable mortgage and 4.5% for a 30 year fixed.
It would seem now would be a good tim [...]
President’s message for July 2010
Returning back from the California Association of Realtors (CAR) on Saturday June 12, I couldn’t wait to hit my garden and pick some fresh veggies. I picked some chard, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, lettuce and [...]
I recently blogged on the praises of CFL's (compact fluorescent bulbs). Today, I'm addressing the topic of mercury gas in the bulb. Yes, they do contain a small amount of mercury gas, and I have included a chart here to show some of the other household us [...]
Looking for a great deal or a hidden treasure? This Molokai foreclosure is it!
Private end unit at Ke Nani Kai, #156 (MLS# 342707) located in Maunaloa, Molokai
Most out-of-state buyers visiting Hawaii in speculation of a condo purchase are looki [...]
Why in the world would you live in the sunniest place on earth and not take advantage of it? Replacing your electric water heater with a solar water heater system reduces your monthly electricity bill by 40% ... yes, that much money left in your pocket. [...]
Hawaii is now ranked 11th in the nation for foreclosures according to RealtyTrac. Maui and the Big Island led the state with each containing two out of the top five zip codes. Here are the top foreclosure zipcodes for the state:
Kailua-Kona led the wa [...]
Military and certain other federal employees have until April 30, 2011 to buy a home that qualifies for the federal first-time homebuyer credit.
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
You may be aware that the Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistan [...]