kailua realtor: Aikahi Living at its Finest! 223 Aiokoa St-SOLD OVER ASKING IN 7 DAYS - 06/27/13 04:22 AM
This is a follow up to my article when this awesome property was first listed. There was one broker's open, and one open house and then 7 offers were presented to the Seller's. This was one of those transactions that was pleasurable. The Seller's were agreeable to all of my suggestions from start to finish. We met a month or so before and set our game plan. The seller decluttered, did some finishing touches on fixtures in the house, gave it a good cleaning inside and out, and finally staged it to sell.
The Buyer's were pleasent, and the Buyer's … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: Coconut Grove Property SOLD With a Challenging Appraiser! - 06/14/13 05:46 AM
Coconut Grove is located in Kailua on the island of Oahu. It is in the heart of Kailua just blocks away from the beach which is the attraction for this community. It is also one of the most affordable areas in Kailua. The general median price range for Kailua is in the mid $800,000's and Coconut Grove's current median price range is $698,600. The homes are older, built in the 50's and 60's, and the lots are small as well. There are also some lots CPR'd which means that there may be two or more houses on one lot.
This property … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: The Highly Anticipated Ka Malanai Condos in Kailua - 05/01/13 02:09 PM
The highly anticipated Ka Malanai condos in Kailua are coming soon! Here is the latest announcement.....Estimated sales will begin this summer. I also took a picture last week from Kailua Road. Not the greatest pic, but it shows the construction site of the first of 6 buildings being built. The project has posted 4 floor plans so far. There are 2 bedroom floor plans, one 1287 sf and the other 1270 sf interior. Then there are 3 bedroom floor plans, one 1515 sf, and the other 1529 sf interior. Compared to the other condos in the area, these tend to be … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: 223 Aiokoa Street Open House Feedback - 04/29/13 05:10 AM
This is a follow up blog about this new listing that entered the market last week Monday. Broker's open had over 70 brokers and public groups that came through this past Thursday. This Sunday there were 40-50 groups. I was fortunate enough to get featured on the Honolulu Star Advertiser, and a BONUS ARTICLE below from the Honolulu Magazine which was a pleasant surprise! The writer was nice enough to email me the link to her article.
The interesting thing that I experienced on this Sunday open house, was that people lingered at the house. By 5:00pm there were still people … (4 comments)

kailua realtor: Aikahi Living at its Finest! 223 Aiokoa St - 04/24/13 05:43 PM
Just listed! There is a new listing that is creating buzz around town. Aikahi living at its finest!! The Aikahi area is close to Kailua beach and has a highly rated elementary school which makes it one of the more desirable places in Kailua to live.
Its an immaculate property that has been cared for with fine materials and quality workmanship. Listed by Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties for $995,000. It is a 4 bedroom 3 bath home with two master suites. One of which has a separate entrance with a wet bar. It is 1818 square feet of interior space, and … (5 comments)

kailua realtor: UPDATE: IMAGINE HAVING ACCESS TO YOUR OWN SECLUDED BEACH IN LANIKAI - 03/12/13 10:36 AM
I like to give you an update on this below article I wrote last year. The price was reduced to $8,950,000 awhile ago. It just closed for $8,000,000. Wouldn't it be nice to be the happy owner! For the majority of us.......we can at least DREAM :) Imagine having access to your own secluded beach in Lanikai?  Lanikai beach is recognized to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It is a small community located in Kailua on Oahu. A long strip of sparkling white sand, endless sunshine and the deep turquoise water make Lanikai simply irresistable.
It … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: Enchanting Hawaiian Home in Keolu Hills, Kailua - 03/12/13 03:56 AM
This enchanting Hawaiian home has been maintained well and ready to move in! Listed by Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties for $789,000. A spacious 4 bedroom 3 bath home with 2010 square feet of interior and 7915 square feet of exterior. Expanded and renovated in 2004 with new cabinetry, electrical, plumbing and more! Completely fenced in and surrounded by tropical plants and mango, tangerine, mountain apples, lemon fruit trees. This lovely house is just waiting for you and your family!! Hurry!!
For more information call Lila or visit my website www.KailuaRealEstateOahu.com



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kailua realtor: HONEY, LETS GO TO ACROSS THE STREET TO KALAMA BEACH!!! - 02/25/13 10:58 AM
This is what I call LOCATION LOCATION!!! This property is literally across the street to the beach at 259 North Kalaheo. Noted as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Just listed by Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties for $1,400,000. A lovely 3 bedroom 4 bath home with 2470 total sf interior and 10,001 exterior.
This classic and charming Hawaiian beach home is yours for the taking. Privately enclosed by high hedges with a large grassy front yard & a sweet back yard-fenced in. There is also a studio with a separate entrance currently being rented month to month. Open … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: Oahu Real Estate Market Update for January 2013 - 02/15/13 02:23 AM
Aloha Friends,
This is a report that is generated for Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties agents to distribute and share.
Existing home sales soared in January — up nearly 30 percent, while the inventory of active listings continues to drop.
The Honolulu Board of Realtors (HBR) reports the pace of single-family homes sales on Oahu is well ahead of figures from last year. There were 227 single-family homes sold onOahu last month, up 29.7 percent from 175 home sold in January of 2012.
Inventory, both active listings and the number of new listings, is down considerably from last year. There were 25.3 percent fewer single-family homes on … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: Your Simple Guide To Preparing Your House To Be SOLD!! - 02/10/13 02:09 AM
Your Simple Guide to Preparing Your House To Be SOLD!
 So you are planning to sell your house. Of course you want top dollar right? Here are a few tips on preparation to get it ready to be shown and sold.
 Approximate Time Required: 7-14 days
 Here’s How:
 De-Personalize and Emotionally Detach From Your Home:
 *You need to make the mental and emotional decision to “let go”.  Look forward to the future and remember why you are selling.
 *You should go to your local packaging/box store and purchase boxes that you will be able to store the things you plan to … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: Ka MALANAI IN KAILUA (NEW CONDOS) UPDATE: Floor Plans - 02/05/13 09:20 AM
UPDATE: HERE ARE THE CURRENT FLOOR PLANS THAT HAVE BEEN POSTED FOR THIS COMPLEX BY DR HORTON. I CAN TELL YOU THAT FROM WHAT I SEE, GROUND HAS BEEN BROKEN AND THE FRAMING OF THE STRUCTURE HAS BEGUN. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, AND I WILL KEEP YOU POSTED AS TO THE PROGRESS OF THIS PROJECT. IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT IT WILL BE SOLD ON LOTTERY BASIS PROBABLY BY THE FALL OR WINTER OF 2013.  IF YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH KA MALANAI, LOOK BELOW THE FLOOR PLANS FOR MY PREVIOUS BLOG TO GET UP TO SPEED. … (2 comments)

kailua realtor: This Keolu Hills Home Has It All! - 01/30/13 04:11 AM
Kailua's Keolu Hills is an older neighborhood (most homes built in the 60's era which are generally single wall construction homes) that sometimes offers lovely views of Kailua's Enchanted Lakes and the neighborhood below. It is located just a few minutes from Kailua Beach. In the past six months there have been 20 listings that have sold with the average price of $714k. To date, Kailua's median price range is just below $800k, so Keolu Hills is somewhat affordable for the area.
There is a new listing that has popped up last week that is a little out of character since … (2 comments)

kailua realtor: Beautiful Oceanfront Lanikai Property for a cool 10 Million - 01/25/13 02:51 AM
Lanikiai is recognized to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. A long strip of sparkling white sand, endless, sunshine and the deep turquoise water make Lanikai simply irresistable. it is considered by many local residents to be the best swimming beach on Oahu. Many people kayak to the nearby popular Mokulua Twin Islands, both noted bird sanctuaries. It is also popular with boaters, surfers, paddlers, and sailers. Lanikai Beach truly lives up to its translated name of "Heavenly Sea".
There is a beautiful oceanfront Lanikai Property for a cool 10 Million that just came on the market … (2 comments)

kailua realtor: Someone will be "moving on up to the penthouse in the sky" in Kailua - 01/21/13 02:29 AM
Kailua only has two highrise condominiums in its community that affords its residents a fabulous view from the higher floors, Windward Passage and Meridian East. Last week Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties listed this Meridian East property and I couldn't wait to see it. I visited it on our Thursday broker's open with a client (investor). When I was in the elevator going to the unit, I  couldn't help but sing that song "Moving on up to the penthouse in the sky" :)
It is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath PH that has the potential of being a 3 bedroom if you … (2 comments)

kailua realtor: Another Fabulous Kailua Beachside Home "Upgraded & Ready to Move In"-2 - 01/15/13 09:43 AM
JUST WANTED TO GIVE YOU A BRIEF UPDATE ON THIS PROPERTY THAT I BLOGGED ABOUT A FEW DAYS AGO LISTED AT $1,695,000. THERE ARE THREE TO FOUR OFFERS IN HAND. ONCE THIS SELLS, I WILL POST THE CLOSING PRICE.
 
JUST GOES TO SHOW YOU, IF YOU PRICE A PROPERTY AGGRESSIVELY, STAGE IT BEAUTIFULLY, AND MARKET IT CORRECTLY, IT WILL SELL IN A MATTER OF DAYS IN KAILUA!!!! IF THIS IS ANY INDICATION TO WHAT IS TO COME, 2013 IS GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR FOR REAL ESTATE.
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kailua realtor: Another Fabulous Kailua Beachside Home "Upgraded & Ready to Move In" - 01/11/13 04:13 AM
I attended Broker's Open yesterday and there was a stand out Kailua Beachside property that was immaculate! A home that is ready to move in and upgraded down to the "indoor/outdoor" carpet in the garage!! A Coldwell Banker Paciific Properties listing that is well priced at $1,695,000. I wouldn't be surprised if they got their asking price or a bit higher.
This is a 3/3 with 2836 sf interior and 13,988 exterior. Gorgeous pool and waterfall in the backyard, surrounded by a lush green garden and a lava rock wall for privacy.




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kailua realtor: Kailua's Lanikai Ocean View "Simple Living" Home - 01/09/13 07:53 AM
Kailua's Lanikai is recognized to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. A long strip of sparkling white sand, endless sunshine and the deep turquoise water make Lanikai simply irresistable. It is considered by many local residents to be the best swimming beach on Oahu. Many people kayak to the nearby popular Mokulua Twin Islands, both noted bird sanctuaries. It is also very popular with boaters, surfers, paddlers, and sailors. Lanikai Beach truly lives up to its translated name of "Heavenly Sea".
Lanikai's median price range is considerably higher than Kailua in general. Kailua's median price range is … (0 comments)

kailua realtor: What is the difference between Leasehold vs. Fee Simple - 12/04/12 01:45 AM
Most people only know of one type of real estate ownership; fee simple, also known as freehold.  There are a handful of states that have another form of ownership known as leasehold.
The difference in these two types of land tenure is very different and affects the value of the real estate.  It is important to know the difference, especially if you're buying real estate in a leasehold state (i.e. Hawaii, New York, Florida).
 What is the difference between leasehold and fee simple?
FEE SIMPLE:  Fee simple ownership is probably the most familiar form of ownership to buyers of residential real estate. Depending on … (2 comments)

kailua realtor: Different types of home loans to choose from - 11/30/12 03:15 AM
Getting the right type of real estate home loan is an important part of the home buying process. I have put together some very basic information regarding the types of real estate home loans that are common in the market today:Fixed-rate mortgages: Fixed rate mortgages are mortgages where the interest rate stays the same for the entire term of the loan. The advantage to a fixed rate mortgage is that if you lock a relatively low rate, your payment won’t go up when rates do.Adjustable-Rate Mortgages: With an adjustable rate mortgage, the rate of the loan can change throughout the term … (2 comments)

kailua realtor: Kailua's Kalama Tract, Charming Island Style Home - 11/28/12 02:22 AM
Coldwell Banker Pacific Properties has a great property on the market in Kailua's Kalama Tract area. It is a 4/2 with 2216 interior and 10,000 sf exterior. It has a bonus family room and a 2nd kitchen which comes in handy for extended family. It is listed for $1,179,000 which is a great price for the area.
Charming island style home in desirable Kalama Tract neighborhood, located one block from beautiful Kailua Beach. Great floor plan with large spacious kitchen with granite countertops, separate family room and dining area with polished concrete floors. New house wiring & meter installed in 2012. … (2 comments)

 


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