Blog posts by Monica Schaefer

For military service members stationed on Oahu, buying a home can be a wise investment and an exciting opportunity to …

An overseas PCS move can be complicated in “normal” times, and this moment in time is anything but normal! So …

UPDATE: After receiving 11 offers on this beautiful home, it sold for $1,187,000 – $37,000 over the asking price of …

It didn’t take long after becoming a military spouse, to recognize that plans on my calendar should be written in …

The majestic Ko’olau range offers some of the most beautiful and dynamic views on the island of O’ahu, and this …

If there is one thing I am absolutely certain of, military families are resilient. Last minute deployment orders, change of …

In Hawaii, non-resident sellers of real property are subject to a withholding, referred to as HARPTA (Hawaii Real Property Tax …

Buying a home is a key component of the proverbial ‘American Dream.’ The home buying process is filled with contemplation, …

When military service members PCS to Oahu, Hawaii, they have an opportunity to utilize their VA loan benefit and Basic …

Aloha is more than a greeting shared between two people, it is a joyful sharing of spiritual energy. So how …

Ewa Beach is a desirable area for military families, stationed in Hawaii, to call home. Planned communities, spacious homes, and affordability …

The truth is, I am a transplant. But it only took a moment after moving to Kailua 4 years ago …