The Maui Hunter Real Estate Blog

Have you ever seen a S-T-R-E-T-C-H golf cart? Here it is....

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Sun, 11 May 2008 13:48:03 -0500

Wailea, Maui, HI - on the sunny south shore of Maui.

Why walk when you can ride in style like this. It's a 6-seater, with leather seats no less.

At the Ho'olei Broker's Open event the other day, we were graciously ferried around in these cute buggies, to see the new luxury model vacation condos (more on that later).... FABULOUS vacation condos with outstanding ocean and mountain views. No expense has been spared in these townhouse style vacation homes.

Ho'olei is "the next best thing" right now in Wailea for new developer offerings. I urge you to inquire for more information and pictures from an experienced local Maui Realtor. These are already selling, so don't waste any time securing your own multi-million dollar home-away-from home in the Hawaiian Islands.

I will be posting lots more pictures and information soon, so check back if you're interested.

Aloha from beautiful MAUI.

Georgina M. Hunter REALTOR e-Pro 808 283-0635

CONDOS FOR SALE * ~ * ALOHA * ~ * WAILEA * ~ * MAUI * ~ * HAWAII * ~ * ALOHA * ~ * HOMES FOR SALE

Bamboo Maui - Kahului Maui HI - 96732

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Thu, 08 May 2008 04:04:17 -0500

Bamboo Maui Inc.

On the Hana Highway in Kahului.

PO Box 1433 Wailuku HI 96793

808 244-2299

For that tropical touch...

They have a great selection of bamboo products for building and home improvement. Coconut wood flooring and columns too.

flooring
poles
plywood
fencing
trim
furnishings

cute imported furniture made from natural fibers like wicker and rattan.

carved wood boxed and statues to decorate your island home.

Owner Michael Bailie will help you find what you're looking for.

Open every day except Sunday.

Come on by this easy to find warehouse on the Hana Highway in Kahului.

They have a great website where you can shop for products and prices, and learn why you want to use bamboo in your next home improvement project.

RZ ELECTRIC - for your Maui solar needs - installation and design

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Thu, 08 May 2008 02:23:05 -0500

RZ ELECTRIC

Maui, HI

I'd like to tell you about this small local company that can hook you up! Roland Zeitler is the man. RZ Electric is his company, and they will supply and install your grid tie-in system that will save you money. Specializing in large arrays and commercial applications, as well as home systems.

Call them at 808 876-1389

If you aren't harnessing the power of the Maui sun, then you are missing the bus.... call up RZ Electric and get a quote or make an appointment for your solar installation. We have used this service and been happy with the results. You should too.

Aloha from Maui - Georgina M.Hunter Realtor e-Pro - Paia Maui HI 96779

Got my MAUI garden growing - what's in your garden?

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Wed, 07 May 2008 17:35:36 -0500

Haiku Maui Hawaii - it's a great place to grow things.

We are blessed with an almost perfect climate here in Haiku - and this spring has been one of those years when we get early morning showers to keep everything green and fresh. It was good timing for a veggie garden, so hubby got the tractor out and made me a nice spot right close to the house this time.

Let's see, what do I have growing now.... lettuce, mesclun, cilantro, basil, dill, Vietnamese coriander, lemongrass, marigolds, cosmos, pole beans, brocolli, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, habanero peppers, more kinds of hot peppers, kawelo tomatoes, cucumbers, and sugar peas. And a whole 'nother garden with just corn - which the birds are already enjoying (the sprouts)!

It's all organic, with complehumus fertilizer, bone meal, dolomite lime, chicken manure, composted wood chips with horse manure, and green sand.

The trick is to remember to plant successive crops, every month. Once you start harvesting and eating, it's easy to forget starting some more rows. It takes a lot of space to have multiple garden areas. We are lucky to have lots of space, so no excuses anymore.

There are plenty of pepper and tomato starts that I need to get in the ground now... these will produce for months. In fact some of the pepper plants will keep going for years. The Hawaiian chili pepper is a small red pepper that grows prolifically, and it's fiery hot. Good for making chili-pepper water, a local seasoning.

So this is where you'll find me every morning - tending the garden before it gets too hot.

Then it's on with the Realtor Hat - get out there and show some properties, and make some offers. If you're looking for a place on Maui where you can have your own garden, please give me a call. I'm here to help you find that perfect Maui home.

If you have questions about home ownership on Maui, just contact me by phone or email.

Moving to Maui? .... see the HAIKU relocation package

SEARCH MAUI LISTINGS

Aloha from Maui!

Georgina M. Hunter - The Hunter - 808 283-0635

Maui Hawaii - South Shore Condo Newsletter - May 2008

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Tue, 06 May 2008 18:16:05 -0500

This is a sample of my monthly email newsletter (without the pictures) about the new Maui listings on the south shore - Kihei, Wailea, Makena, and Maalaea. If you're interested in getting it, please send me an email stating so. There are also newsletters for other areas on Maui. Be sure to get all of them.

May 5 - it's Boy's Day here on Maui - that's when you see the koi flags (koi nobori) flying in people's yard to signify how many boys they have. The largest carp at the top represents the eldest son, while the smallest at the bottom represents the youngest boy. Koi or carp banners are placed on a high bamboo pole in front of the house to symbolizes strength, perseverance, and long life. It's a tradition that comes from Japan, and has rooted here in Hawaii.

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1.    Cheap Resort, $160,000.00
- vacation rental studio in north Kihei, partly furnished
- this is the best price I have ever seen in this complex, currently the lowest price

2.     Starter Condo, $253,500.00
- ground floor 2BD/2BA unit with pool and spa, short term rentals are not allowed
- just completed total renovations... paint, new cabinetry, new appliances, wood flooring etc.

3.     Oceanfront Vacation, $325,000.00
- extra large 1BD/1BA vacation rental unit, fully furnished and ready to rent
- ground floor with ocean views, just steps to the beach and tennis, parking right outside the condo

4.    2 Bedroom Vacation, $399,000.00
- 2nd floor, furnished 2BD/2BA unit with good booking history, nice grounds and pool
- walking distance to every imaginable amenity, yet makai of South Kihei Road

5.    Almost Wailea, $439,000.00
- close to Wailea, corner penthouse 2BD/1BA unit with extra side window, washer and dryer
- ocean views and close proximity to beaches, only 18 units in this cozy vacation complex

6.    Fairway Access, $668,000.00
- lowest priced ground floor unit in this fairway complex, heated pool and spa, business center and air conditioned exercise room
- cool and quiet 2BD/2BA condo with panoramic ocean views, come and put your feet up

7.    Rare Oceanfront, $720,000.00
- rarely available 1BD/1.5BA upgraded condo in a very popular oceanfront complex
- gaze upon West Maui Mountains, the Island of Lanai and fantastic sunsets from your lanai, whale watching in the winter

8.    Brand New, $1,249,000.00
- ground floor 3BD/2.5BA luxury Wailea gated community "house" with wonderful mountain views
- high ceilings, granite counters, stainless appliances, clubhouse with infinity pool/spa, workout room, bbq pavilion

9.    Perfect Setting, $3,190,000.00
- direct beachfront, 2nd floor 2BD/2BA oversized unit, unobstructed panoramic ocean views
- secure gated access, two swimming pools, a spa, and four professionally designed tennis courts
- very spacious lanai with pocket doors that disappear for ideal indoor-outdoor living

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Georgina M. Hunter Realtor, e-Pro (808) 283-0635
Jim Sanders Realty Inc. Paia Maui HI 96779

Looking for an ocean view? Call THE HUNTER... Georgie Hunter, your South Maui Specialist.
Search all condo and residential listings on my website...    eastmaui.com

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Aloha from Maui... Georgie Hunter     "I want to help you reach your Real Estate goals."

MAUI GAS PRICES UP - $4.21

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Sun, 04 May 2008 05:31:16 -0500

MAUI GAS PRICES UP

The price of gas today in Paia Maui HI - an all time high at $4.21

What's the price in your town?

You might think this is a lot to pay for gas, but think about this... once you get here to Paia, you don't need to go any further.

You have arrived.

Stay awhile and see what else Paia has to offer....

You can buy your gas for less if you know where to go in Kahului.

If you're moving to Maui, let me help. With many years of experience as a Maui Realtor, I can be your guide.
Just call or email me if you have any questions about what to expect when you get here.
Georgina Ml. Hunter R(S) - 808 283-0635 - mailto:info@mauihunter.com Aloha from MAUI

Paia HI 96779 - Real Estate World Slide Show test - it works!

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Fri, 02 May 2008 20:50:22 -0500

Find more photos like this on Real Estate World

This is a test to see if my RealEstateWorld slide show works here.... and I think it works! This is a new vacation condo listing on the north shore of Maui Hawaii... I posted about it previously, so check that out for the rest of the story. If you're looking for a cute 2 bedroom condo, this could be the one. Attention windsurfers and surfers!

Asking $465,000 FS - what do you think?

Thanks for visiting my blog - be sure to come back and read all the other great articles and local info - Aloha from Maui - Georgie Hunter

Pig Hunting on Maui - it's what's for dinner - (not for the PETA crowd)

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Thu, 01 May 2008 22:38:53 -0500

I got these pictures one day while up in Kula Maui - two trucks stopped at Morihara Store and I grabbed my camera and took a bunch of pictures. It was a weekend - that's when a lot of the local pig hunters take their dogs out in the country to "bring home the bacon". These dogs look tired - it's not easy to run down a large boar like this, and hold it until the boys come with their guns. Check out the tusks!

Conservation efforts are underway to remove a large part of the pig population in Maui County. Read what the Nature Conservancy has to say about this.

On Maui you can find wild and feral pigs in most of the countryside - and especially up in the forests. They are BAD NEWS on the ecosystem, with their rooting and foraging which disturbs the ground and native plants. Don't cry for this little piggie. Locals are doing a good thing by reducing the pig population, and "living off the land".

The truly wild pigs are all black like this. The males have the big tusks, which make nice trophies. Feral pigs are those which have resulted from cross breeding wild pigs with domestic pigs, and they come in all colors including white and red, and spotted. I think the meat is a little tastier than the purely wild ones.

The dogs are crucial for pig hunting here. A good pig dog is very important. The dogs get the scent of a pig and chase it, sometimes for miles. When they get it cornered, one or 2 dogs will grab onto the ears and hold on. Another dog will bark and bark so the hunters can find them. It's a risky business for the mutts, but they love the action. Some dogs get seriously hurt and some get killed by the mean old boars. Those tusks can be sharp!

These hunters were showing off their catches, by strapping them onto the trucks. Some guys like to strap them to the hood and drive home... I don't get it. It's a lot easier to just dress the kill on the spot and pack the quarters out... leave all the "junk" behind in the forest. But that doesn't impress the chicks I guess!

Aloha from Maui - Georgina M. Hunter R(S) - your MAUI Realtor

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MAUI Realtor Caravan - Makawao/Pukalani - April 2008

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 04:53:46 -0500

This is my email newsletter that goes out each month following the Upcountry Realtor Caravan. It starts at Casanova Restaurant in Makawao, and we try to see all of these homes in a couple of hours. The third Thursday of each month is dedicated to the areas of Makawao, Olinda, and Pukalani - all in Upcountry Maui, on the slopes of Haleakala.

Makawao/Pukalani Real Estate Newsletter - April 2008
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What's new on April Realtor Caravan? Plenty of great homes in all price ranges. What's in your budget?

1.    Nice Price, Makawao $447,000.00
- 2BD/1BA cottage on a fenced and gated level lot, tropical landscaping & privacy hedge
- original owner has loved this home and is ready to move on

2.   Plantation Charm, Pukalani $465,000.00
- cute and tidy, renovated 3BD/1BA cottage on large lot with rock wall, ocean views
- detached garage features an extra bath and washroom, storage space

3.    Cute Starter, Makawao   $475,000.00
- 2BD/1BA home with garage, open beam ceilings
- low maintenance yard with a nice retaining rock wall, cul de sac location on outskirts of town

4.    Good Price, Pukalani $510,000.00
- updated 3BD/2BA home with garage, open beam ceilings, tiled living room floor - fenced yard, lower Pukalani Terrace location

5.    Family Size, Haliimaile $529,000.00
- remodeled and upgraded 5BD/2BA plantation home with all the modern comforts
- crown mouldings, slate flooring, original hardwood floors, new kitchen

6.    Make Offer, Makawao $549,000.00
- large 4BD/3BA house undergoing upgrades, garage and huge family room, flexible floor plan - adjacent to elementary school playground, got small kids?

7.    2 Story, Pukalani $728,000.00
- beautifully maintained 3BD/2.5BA home with ocean, fairway, and mountain views
- new carpeting and paint, large lot in a cul de sac

8.    Great Views, Pukalani $763,250.00
- this 4BD/3BA home is located next to vast open space and a fairway, huge covered lanais
- separate apartment downstairs, with 2 car garage, cul de sac privacy

9.    Almost New, Pukalani $789,800.00
- immaculate and very well maintained single story 3BD/3BA in Pukalani's newest neighborhood
- beautiful ocean and golf course views, gorgeous rock walls surround property

10.    Two Homes, Pukalani $795,000.00
- half acre lot with house and detached cottage, coast to coast ocean views
- entire lot is fully fenced and landscaped, yet plenty of room for a pool

11.    Fall in Love, Pukalani $1,050,000.00
- single story 3BD/3BA home with custom upgrades including: 10' ceilings, Australian cypress floors, travertine, stone fireplace
- on the golf course with incredible bi-coastal views, fully fenced back yard with rock walls, tiled covered lanai

12.    Mountain Lodge, Olinda $1,450,000.00
- 4BD/3BA home with finished loft, high open beam ceilings, big windows, big North Shore views, 2 fireplaces - just a few minutes above Seabury Hall, lots of privacy and views, 1BD/1BA cottage with separate driveway

13.    Tropical Home, Upcountry $1,999,500.00
- beach stones, bamboo and pineapple welcome you at the entry to this comfortable home
- 2 acres with a beautiful ship-shape 3BD/2.5BA home, with nanny's apartment downstairs
- landscaping includes a waterfall, foxtail palms, coconut, mango, tangerine, coffee, lilikoi, banana and lime trees in a private parklike setting

14.    Zen Privacy, Upcountry $2,875,000.00
- the ultimate 3BD/4.5BA home with koi pond in center courtyard, private waterfall pool with cave spa and surround sound music - acid-stained concrete floors, granite counters, hickory cabinets, movie theater, 4 car garage, 2 master suites, indoor/outdoor showers - detached matching cottage, beautiful grounds, very private and serene 2 acres with wonderful views

15.    Craftsman Estate, Upcountry $2,995,000.00
- one of a kind 2 acre compound includes a 5,141 sf 2-story main house and a matching 2-story cottage
- high end construction includes exotic hardwoods, hand hewn timbers, cultured marble, fireplace and box beam ceiling, a master suite that will make you cry
- both homes have commanding vistas of the north shore ocean, Haleakala, West Maui Mountains, city lights
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The 35th Annual Seabury Hall Craft Fair is coming up on May 10th. You'll find Seabury Hall on Olinda Rd. just above Makawao town. Call them at 808 572-7235 for more info.
- Maui's premier craft fair with entertainment, auction, food, games and more.  Admission $3 for adults and under 12 free.
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Georgina M. Hunter R(S)
(808) 283-0635

Jim Sanders Realty Inc.
PO Box 792050, Paia, HI 96779   (808) 579-8255 FAX: 579-9004

Looking for an upcountry event?    Call THE HUNTER... Georgie Hunter, your Upcountry Specialist.

Search all land and residential listings on my website... eastmaui.com

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Aloha from Maui... Georgie Hunter           "I want to help you reach your Real Estate goals."       GET THE NEWSLETTERS

VITEC MAUI - New Green Classes offered in Hawaii

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:00:44 -0500

Maui Community College in Kahului has a program called VITEC - Vital & Innovative Training and Economic Development Center.

This year they are offering for the first time, GREEN classes, and here's what's available:

Go Solar and Save - about PhotoVoltaic equipment, costs, government incentives $39.
Energy and Environmental Efficiency: Cost Saving Applications in your Home and Business - decrease your energy bills, new technologies and practices for home and business, overview or an array of sustainable living options, conservation, design principles, green building, passive solar $44.
BioFuel Industry Expands - biofuel and biomass development updates, ethanol, Maui use and lifestyle $34.
Wind Power for your Home or Business - innovations in wind turbine tehnologies, practical info, feasability, zoning, tax credits, how to start and finish a project $34.
Green Building Certifications - overview of green building certifications used in Hawaii, LEED, Energy Star, benefits of going green $34.
Starting a Green Business - how to get started, products and services, basic start-up skills, business planning, promising areas and market trends $59.
Green Real Estate - various levels of green home options available on Maui, green building, energy saving appliances $39.
Organic Gardening - principles and practices, healthy soil and plants, basics of soil composition and biology, composting, weed management, pests and diseases $89.
Edible Landscaping - design and maintain edible landscape around your home, beautiful and nutritious results, basic organic gardening principles, soil testing, design principles and procedures $101.

With the exception of the last one (2 consecutive Saturdays), all of these are 1 day classes. Register early and save 10% - Some restrictions do apply, for details call 808 984-3231.

For more info about living on Maui - contact your favorite Maui Realtor - Georgina M. Hunter R(S) - 808 283-0635

Kaheawa Wind Farm, Maui HI - energy captured from the tradewinds

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 18:33:22 -0500

Kaheawa Wind Power - is a 30 MegaWatt wind farm located in the West Maui Mountains high above Maui's scenic shores, and very visible from the resort areas of Maalaea, Kihei and Wailea. They are owned and operated by UPC Hawaii Wind Partners, a Massachusetts-based wind farm company.

The U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) have agreed to join forces with UPC Hawaii Wind Partners to study the integration of wind technology into the Hawai'i utility system. This is the first such partner site for the National Renewable Energy Laboratory's wind technology program outside of its base in Colorado. We are lucky to have this opportunity on Maui.

Taken from a beach in North Kihei, this picture shows the 20 wind turbines on the ridge above the strip of Maalaea Bay condos at the shore.

We have strong tradewinds on Maui, and they get funneled through the central valley, picking up speed. The location of the wind farm takes advantage of these accelerated winds. About 10% of our energy needs is currently being met with the power produced here at Kaheawa Wind Farm. This translates to saving the island of Maui 600 barrels of oil per day.... and that's what the alternative is... diesel generating plants!

Since Maui is such a great place to embrace with power, many homeowners are taking advantage of this sustainable and free resource. What about you? Will windpower work for you?

If you'd like to know more about Maui County Real Estate sales, please let a long time Maui resident help you.

Georgina M. Hunter R(S) - your Maui real estate agent (808) 283-0635 mailto:info@mauihunter.com ~ SEARCH MAUI LISTINGS

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Grilled Mahimahi on Caesar Salad - how about that?

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 05:14:09 -0500

DINING OUT ON MAUI - WHAT'S GOOD IN PAIA?

I like to take pictures of food.... how does this look? It was the grilled mahimahi on a huge Caesar salad, at the Paia Fish Market Restaurant. It's only $13.99 ... how can you beat that?

I already wrote about this restaurant not long ago.... check it out for more info. Paia is a small town on the north shore of Maui. We get a lot of tourists here, and we have a lot to offer them. If this doesn't make you hungry then I don't know what to say. Cheers.

Other DINING CHOICES in oceanfront Paia Maui HI.

Aloha - The Hunter - www.mauihunter.com Moving to Paia Maui HI? Give me a call... 808 283-0635

Maui Hawaii - Upcountry Event Guide 2008

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 22:32:30 -0500

Maui - Upcountry Event Guide 2008

Mark your calendar for these fun Upcountry events:

April 25, 26, 27
St. Joseph Church & School Annual Feast
1294 Makawao Ave. Makawao 808 572-7652
- great food, country store, games, entertainment, auction and more

May 10
35th Annual Seabury Hall Craft Fair
Olinda Rd. Makawao 808 572-7235
- Maui's premier craft fair
- entertainment, auction, food, games and more
- admission $3 under 12 free

May 10 & 11
Holy Ghost Feast
Lower Kula Road, Kula 808 878-1261
www.kulacatholiccommunity.org
- free admission
Saturday - food and game booths, farmer's market, plants, entertainment, lau lau sales
         - mass & procession 5 pm
         - small good auction 6 - 10 pm
Sunday - food and game booths, farmer's market, plants, entertainment, lau lau sales
         - mass 9:30 am
- free lau lau meal starts at 11:15 am
         - small good auction 11 am - 4 pm
         - animal auction 2:30 - 4:30 pm

June 14 & 15
28th Annual Upcountry Ag Fair
Oskie Rice Field & Arena, Olinda Rd. Makawao 808 572-7143
- Maui County 4H Championships & auction
- Maui Farm Bureau Farmer's Market, plants, flowers, keiki games
- made in Hawaii vendor tent
- food booths, Maui Cattle Company cook-off
- Piiholo Stable horse rides
- livestock competition and exhibit
- Piiholo Ranch's Roy Rogers Wild West Show
- truck trailer and tractor lane
- free admission
- parking $5

July 3,4,5,6
53rd Annual Makawao Rodeo
Oskie Rice Arena, Olinda Rd. Makawao 808 572-0386
- presented by the Maui Roping Club
Thursday & Friday - qualifying runs - free admission
Friday - Bull Bash at 7 pm - $15 adults
Saturday & Sunday - Rodeo 1 pm $10 adults

July 5
43rd Annual Paniolo Parade
Downtown Makawao info 808 572-9565 volunteers 573-0422
Theme "The Great Waiomina - Honoring All of Our Paniolo"
- no parking in town - roads will be closed
- park at the Rodeo Grounds and take the free shuttle

August 2 & 3
6th Annual Timmy Cambra Memorial Roping
Glen Souza Memorial Arena 808 572-8954
- starts at 9 am
- stick horse race 8:45 - parade 9 am

April 6 - June 29
Maui Polo Club
Manduke Baldwin Polo Arena - Haleakala Highway, Makawao 808 877-7744
www.mauipoloclub.com
- sponsored by Haleakala Ranch Company - Maui's largest and oldest family owned ranch since 1888
- adults $5, under 12 free
- traditional polo matches as played for the past 100 years
- visiting pros
- Memorial Day events include food, music and dancing

And don't forget about these ongoing events:

Farmer's Market
Eddie Tam Gym, Makawao Ave, Makawao
- every Saturday from dawn til noon, rain or shine
- fruits, veggies, flowers and other goodies

Maui's Winery
Ulupalakua 808 878-6058 http://www.mauiwine.com/
- free tours and wine tasting
- tranquil and beautiful setting
- historic grounds and display
- no reservation needed, daily 9 am - 5 pm

Ulupalakua Ranch Store
Ulupalakua 808 878-2561
- right across from the winery
- burgers hot off the grill, sometimes buffalo and elk available
- country store and souvenirs
- open daily 9:30 am - 5 pm

Aloha from MAUI - The Hunter - Georgina M. Hunter R(S) - Paia HI Maui 96779

Maui IDX - Search for ALL Active Real Estate Listings - Maui Hawaii

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 03:38:45 -0500

MAUI IDX, ILD, MLS - ( Internet Data Exchange, Internet Listing Display, Multiple Listing Service)

On MAUI we offer WEBSEARCH for consumers to view current real estate listings on the islands of Maui, Molokai and Lanai.

It's free and easy for the general public to use, and provided by Maui Realtors as a service to buyers and sellers.

See the NEW MAUI LISTINGS for the week.

If you're curious about a listing, you can request more info with just a few clicks.

Search for Maui real estate listings:

homes for sale
condos for sale
oceanfront properties for sale
vacant land for sale
commercial and business listings
vacation homes
apartment buildings
pre-construction offerings
new listings

Search Maui properties by:

city, town, district
waterfront - oceanfront, beachfront
views - ocean, mountain, garden
price range
lot size
square footage
bedrooms and bathrooms

LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. If you'd like to know more about Maui County Real Estate sales, please let a long time Maui resident help you.

Georgina M. Hunter R(S) - your Maui real estate agent (808) 283-0635 mailto:info@mauihunter.com ~ SEARCH MAUI LISTINGS

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Paia Maui Hawaii - North Shore Maui Vacation Condo for Sale - Kuau Plaza #105

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:19:33 -0500

KUAU MAUI HAWAII

On the north shore of Maui - just a short way from Paia Town, you'll come to the neighborhood of Kuau. This small community boasts beautiful beaches, ocean access for windsurfers, the Kuau Mart, and Mama's Fish House Restaurant.

NEW LISTING FOR SALE - Kuau Plaza #105 asking $465,000 FS

It's a 2BD/2BA ground floor unit, with a parking spot right outside the door. What makes this special is that the 2 bedroom units hardly ever come on the market - they are just too precious to sell... until now!

SEE THE SLIDE SHOW

VACATION RENTALS - Maui has some areas that allow for short term rentals, and usually these are in the resort areas. The Kuau Plaza is unique - short term rentals are allowed here due to a zoning variance which allows for transient accommodations on this one street only. There are NO other condo buildings in Paia and Kuau - which makes this a rare opportunity indeed. Windsurfers, surfers, kiteboarders and more will love the convenience of this location. A new owner can take over the VRBO website and start taking bookings, or use the fully furnished condo themselves. Vacation rentals on Maui are really needed in areas away from the resorts - why not secure your own north shore vacation condo today?

PAIA MAP ~ HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PAIA ~ NEW LISTINGS NEWSLETTER

KUAU PLAZA - It's a 3 story, 30 unit concrete building built in the '70s. There are only 6 2BD/2BA units, and the rest are 1BD/1BA. Each unit comes with it's own covered lanai looking out over the lush lawn and coconut palms.

Located on the makai side of Hana Highway, and just a short walk to a white sandy beach where you can launch your windsurf rig and spend the day ripping up the waves.

Mama's Fish House is nestled under the coconut palms on this very same beach, so drop in for a fabulous lunch or dinner.

NORTH SHORE BEACHES - Maui's north shore has some of the best beaches, especially if you love to windsurf, surf, paddle, kiteboard, or just swim and sunbathe.

Ho'okipa Beach Park is famous, and it's less than a mile away from the Kuau Plaza condos.

Thinking about moving to Paia or Kuau? You know you want to! Let me help.... please feel free to contact me and ask some questions.

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Social Networking the Old Fashioned Way - Get out and walk around your town!

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 11:03:54 -0500

Social Networking at Street Level - Paia Maui HI

Sometimes it's good to get out and walk about your town. Yesterday I was in our Paia Maui office and decided to walk up to the Post Office to check the mail, even though it was hot and sunny and I could have cruised up in air conditioned comfort (but how lazy is that?).

I'm glad I did. I ran into a friend who is a property manager and learned of a cute home coming up for rent in the North Shore Village subdivision - at a good price too. I'll keep that in mind for any clients who are looking for a nice 3 bedroom home to rent in Paia, for $1,900/month.

I noticed a new coffee shop has opened, actually HAZ BEANZ relocated from a few doors down. They have a much bigger space now, and will soon be offering free wi-fi internet access. This is always popular in Paia. I had a chance to schmooze with the counter person and give her my card and let her know I'll be blogging about their new location soon. "Brilliant" she said!

On my way back I popped into Mana Foods for a couple of spring rolls and bumped into another Realtor I know. She told me about her upcoming price reduction on a really sweet house and ohana in Makawao - only $599,000! I had shown it to a client and I'll pass it on that the seller is more motivated... keep her updated. I informed her of my fresh new listing, before it was even entered into our Maui MLS system. We both benefit from the chance encounter.

I noticed plenty of smiling tourists walking about town, and could have started a conversation with any one of them, inquiring about their melting gelatos, or where they might have had their lunch. Today I chose not to, but what a good opportunity to meet people who are visiting and will possibly end up here when they retire.

So take a break from the keyboard, get out there and mingle - you'll get some hot tips about other properties for sale or rent, see some things to blog about, and get some exercise too. What's wrong with that?

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Got a good deal on some batteries... for power on Maui.

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 03:53:07 -0500

Got a good deal on some batteries... $20 bucks each.

Somebody knew somebody - they were dismantling a back up power system for a high tech facility on Haleakala, Maui, and hundreds of these perfectly good batteries were being unloaded for cheap. My husband got 20. He got a solar panel from another friend, and a old inverter we had kicking around, and made himself a free-standing power system - this one for the barn in Haiku. No more starting up the generator to run the grinder or compressor! And lights at night too.

Many places on Maui rely of off grid technology for their power needs. When it comes to off the grid systems, batteries are the weak link in the chain - you can only store so much energy - and they are usually not cheap. When setting up an off grid system be sure to consult with a licensed electrician.

HAIKU MAP ~ WILL WINDPOWER WORK FOR YOU?

Maui is going to be a leader in the green energy movement and is well positioned to take advantage of sun, wind and waves to meet the growing demand of energy for Maui homes. We get by quite well with our off grid system that includes a wind generator on a 60' tower.

If you have questions about off grid living in Hawaii, give me a call.

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Aloha from Maui!

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Alaska Airlines wil fly to Maui beginning in October - first time ever!

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 20:40:49 -0500

Alaska Airlines will begin direct service from Anchorage to Kahului Maui twice a week, beginning in October. They will also begin a year-round direct Maui to Seattle service on July 17 2008. This is the result of ATA and Aloha Airlines pulling out of Maui. This is exciting news for our neighbors to the north! I hope this means we'll see plenty of Alaskans on our beaches this winter.

Flying to Maui directly, as opposed to changing planes in Honolulu is a real benefit for travelers... it shaves a couple of hours off your travel time, making for a much more pleasant experience.

Alaska Airlines is offering introductory one way fares of $249.00 for Seattle to Maui and Anchorage to Maui flights, if you buy your tickets by April 24 and travel by Dec. 17. Other restrictions apply. Flights from Anchorage will depart Fridays and Saturdays. Take advantage of this inaugural new service to Maui.

Call 1 800 ALASKAAIR or visit their website for more details. See you at the beach!

You've already booked your flight? Here's what to expect when arriving at Kahului Airport on Maui.

Maybe I'll even be tempted to fly to Alaska now, that's something I've always wanted to do!

Aloha from MAUI - The Hunter - Georgina M. Hunter R(S) - Paia HI Maui 96779

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MAUI home prices are up, MAUI home prices are down - who can you believe?

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:38:19 -0500

The Maui News online published a story yesterday (April 10, 2008) that states Maui real estate sales numbers and prices were holding steady for the first quarter. Condo sales appear to be having the most success. Read the whole story here. The interesting thing about statistics on Maui is that we are a small island, with a small set of statistics (currently there are about 1,200 residential properties in our Maui County MLS system). All it takes is one sale at either end of the price spectrum to throw off the numbers. If there are only 3 sales in a geographical area, what does that tell you? All it tells you is that there were 3 sales. A person can draw their own conclusions, and can spin the facts in various ways.

What's important is that a buyer needs to get more detailed information, more historical data and a better understanding of the situation in order to make an educated decision about buying a home on Maui. Buyers - ask your favorite Maui Realtor to provide sales comps for the area. Get the facts before you jump to conclusions. Sellers - your property will sell at the market price, if it gets enough exposure... price it right and it will get exposure. Again, you need to consult with an experienced real estate professional to get the big picture.

Here are some other points to consider:

median price - is the point at which half the sales were for more, half for less
average price - the sum of all the items, divided by the number of items
DOM - days on market - the time it takes to sell a home

See the current YEAR TO DATE statistics for single family homes in Maui County, then ask some questions.

If you'd like to know more about Maui County Real Estate sales, please let a long time Maui resident help you.

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Shopping for a Bargain on Maui - Elise! a consignment store in Kahului Hawaii

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 19:19:36 -0500

My Blog to-do list is getting so long, I am trying to get caught up - so here's a quick shout out for a store I discovered over the holidays...

ELISE!

It's a consignment and overstock clothing store on Maui.

They are located in Kahului (the main city) at:

310 Alamaha St. Unit 3/4

808 893-5473

They even have a website!

I checked them out a few months ago and bought a few tank tops - the prices are good and the clothing is in very good shape. Mostly women's things, but there was some stuff for kids and men too. Nice friendly little store with a pretty good selection of smaller sizes.

If your husband is nearby buying paint or floor tiles, drop in and see if there's anything you like. I guarantee you will like the prices. Living on Maui is not cheap, so it's always good to know how to stretch a dollar... and recycle too.

When you're looking for a bargain in Maui Real Estate - just ask a local Realtor where to find the best deals....

Georgina M. Hunter R(S) Jim Sanders Realty Inc. Paia HI 96779

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Historic Downtown Paia - Maui Hawaii - Sugar Plantation Town

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Sun, 06 Apr 2008 23:18:49 -0500

(I don't think I have blogged about this yet, but have already blogged plentyabout Paia - so here is my entry into the Historic Towns contest for ActiveRain REALTOR LIFE...)

Welcome to Paia Maui Hawaii, 96779 PAIA MAP

If you come to Maui and drive east from the airport, along the Hana Highway, you'll come to the small oceanfronttown of Paia. It's all historic! Paia Maui was once a thriving sugar plantation town in the 1800's with a sugar mill, hospital, train station, worker housing and commercial district. Paia was actually 2 towns back then... Paia with the mill, the railroad station (now a retail home furnishings store) and the housing, and Lower Paia along the shoreline, where the shops and restaurants and movie theaters were located, serving the community.

I guess you could say the whole downtown oceanfront area is pretty much the historic district, as there has not been a lot of new construction in the center. New buildings, like our Post Office are built to keep the character of the town consistent. Old and new mix it up for special events.

Being an oceanfront location, Paia has experienced tsunamis in historic times. In April 1946, Paia experienced the largest tsunami in Hawaii's recorded history, which was the result of an earthquake originating in Alaska. Only 1 person in Paia perished in that event.

Once upon a time, Paia was a busy place, with one of the biggest populations on the island, and the oldest sugar plantation on Maui. Before Kahului was built - this is where a lot of the sugar cane workers lived. The very first phone line in the Hawaiian Islands was installed in Paia, according to old timers. A lot of the old stuff has gone already, like movie theaters, most of the camp houses, and shops.

Even in the 28 years I have been frequenting Paia I have noticed a lot of the old time shops close their doors and become Real Estate offices! Our office is located in what used to be a gas station back in the day. The local Thai Food restaurant is also in an old service station, at the other side of town, about a block away. Get your hair and nails done in a unique setting.

A lot of the shops in Historic Paia were run by Japanese and other immigrant families who originally came out as indentured workers to work in the fields. Paia's local people were a mix of Americans, Asians, Puerto Ricans, Portuguese, and Native Hawaiian who lived and worked together in harmony, as they do now. As they prospered, some would start their own enterprises to serve the needs of their neighbors. You can still see some of these names on the stores:

Horiuchi Market
Nagata Store
Ikeda Store
Bersamin's
Quinsaat
Garcia

Aerial picture of Paia now, which isn't a whole lot different from this perspective.

Old is new in Paia... some things never change. You can shop for so many timeless things in such a small place:

surfboards - sport of Hawaiian kings
aloha shirts- keep cool in the tradewinds
hula skirts - classic beach wear
jewels and gems - from around the Pacific Rim
shells souvenirs - from the seven seas
coconuts by the truckload
fresh fish and fish tacos
fish prints - a Japanese art goes Maui style
local pottery - hand thrown and built in Haiku workshops
glass art - creations for the home

If you're thinking about moving to Paia, check out some other posts in the Paia relocation package.

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Maui Realtor Georgina M. Hunter R(S) 808 283-0635

Team member: Jim Sanders Realty Inc. Paia HI 96779

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Showing Feedback - Have you tried it yet?

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:13:29 -0500

Showing Feedback

We all like to get some feedback from buyers who see our homes for sale. And we all know that leaving a voice message for the other real estate agent just isn't working. Here's a great solution that makes it easy for everyone..... Showing Feedback^TM .

It's a service that you can use to help your business grow, and it's FREE. With honest third-party feedback you can help sellers to get a better grip on what buyers are saying about their home. After a showing, the buyer's agent gets an email link to a short multiple choice questionaire - just half a dozen questions and a box for comments. I like to give some comments.... you know, the golden rule... I would appreciate getting some comments and feedback. It is SO easy to do.

Is the price too high? What did the buyer like? Will the buyer want another showing? Did the home show well?

These are the kinds of questions that are automatically sent out to showing agents after the scheduled showing. You don't have to make calls that might not get returned. You will have a report to show the seller.

So here's the question:

Agents - have you tried it yet? What did you think of this free service?

Sellers - does your agent use this? Did it help you to make some decisions about your pricing, or the condition of your home for sale?

Aloha from Maui - I hope to get some feedback too! Please leave your comments here. MAUI AGENT - Georgina M. Hunter R(S) - Paia Maui HI 96779

No More Aloha in Hawaii

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 04:26:04 -0500

Hawaii News Update - Aloha Airlines halting passenger service - It's a sad day for all of us.

Aloha Airlines have filed for bankruptcy on March 21 2008. Its last day for inter-island passenger travel will be Monday March 31st. They have been unable to compete with go! Airlines which were the new provider of Hawaiian inter-island flights of late. Aloha Airlines, the second largest Hawaii carrier, has operated here for 61 years, currently with a fleet of 26 Boeing 737s serving Hawaii and six mainland U.S. cities. Rising jet fuel costs were also a contributing factor to the failure. Cargo operations will continue, and negotiations are underway with a Seattle company to take over that part of the business. Aloha AirAwards credit cards are still valid. Read more details in the Honolulu Advertiser Story.

This news comes as a shock and huge disappointment for many people in Hawaii. Over 500 Maui employees will lose their jobs, as Aloha has been the county's 11th largest employer. Hawaii's economy will suffer when the airline closes. Federal law requires that most workers be given 60 days notice under the closing of a plant or business. Governor Lingle challenges Aloha shutdown - Pacific Business News Story

Still flying between the islands is Hawaiian Airlines who have been in business since 1929 . Hawaiian Airlines are offering extra flights to accommodate stranded inter-island travelers. Mainland bound passengers can fly standby on Hawaiian, if seating is available. Hawaiian Air Fills Void - KGMB9.com story

Do you have tickets already? What Aloha Passengers Need to Know

Traveling to Maui anyway? Would you like to know more about arriving at the Kahului Airport?

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Dining in Paia Maui HI - Paia Fish Market Restaurant

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 18:10:03 -0500

Paia Fish Market Restaurant PAIA MAP

If you're looking for a place to eat fresh fish on Maui, try the Paia Fish Market Restaurant on the corner of Hana Highway and Baldwin Ave. call them: 808 579-8030

Seating is casual - family style large tables and benches. You need to walk up to the counter and place your order and they call out when it's ready.... it's self serve. This helps to keep the costs down, and you can get first class food for really reasonable prices. My favorite is the Seafood Caesar Salad - a huge mound of Caeser Salad topped with a slab of grilled Mahi Mahi and a couple of large prawns... side of cocktail sauce and tartar sauce, slice of lemon.... for under $15. Beer and wine available.

Also available:

fish and chips
hamburgers and mahi burgers
fish tacos (mmmm!)
pasta dishes
fajitas, quesadillas
skinny french fries

There are lots of other restaurants and places to eat in Paia.... come on by and try them all! Have you tried the Authentic Thai Food yet?

When relocating to Maui, please contact a North Shore Maui Realtor - Georgina M. Hunter R(S)

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The WWOOFer series - Part 3 - Haiku Maui WWOOFer Week 1

Georgina Hunter Maui Realtor (Jim Sanders Realty Inc. - Maui) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 03:09:16 -0500

Previously on the WWOOFer series:

I want a WWOOFer - Where Can I Find One What's a WWOOFer?- I got a WWOOFer!

PART 3 - We got our first WWOOFer, let's call her Karen, about 10 days ago. I drove to Kahului Airport and picked her up. She came from Taiwan! We had each other's cell phone numbers and pictures. It was perfect timing, she called me just as I was pulling up to the curb to meet her... right on time. Her bags hadn't arrived yet so we had a little time to drive around Kahului and sister city Wailuku on a quick tour of "town"... or the "big city" around here on the of the Isle of Maui.

Karen has her own little cabin down in the banana patch, by an intermittent stream on our Haiku Maui farm. The MiniPad is a cute 2 room efficiency unit with an outdoor shower, and many people have enjoyed staying here. The arrangements we have agreed upon will be 4 hours of farm work a day Monday thru Friday - weekends off. In exchange, Karen has room and board. She is independent with her own living space and meals, but we provide her with food. In addition, because she is so well behaved, she can bring her computer by and use the wireless to check her email and BLOG (she was blogging on her first day here - on MySpace - in Chinese!) She loves this arrangement, and we all know it's important to be connected every day! So for a couple of hours a day she gets her internet fix too.

The work she's doing is nothing terribly strenuous... nothing I wouldn't do myself:

cutting small guava bushes with long handled loppers
gathering and piling brush, yard work
picking up fallen palm fronds
farm building maintenance
feeding the chickens and geese
some painting projects

It sure help us out. She even helps with laundry and car cleaning!

She's a good worker and this is her first WWOOFing experience too. If we can always be this fortunate we will be happy.

We got an email today from the WWOOF USA people... there's a couple of fake WWOOFers out here in the islands, a couple posing as WWOOFers! They aren't doing a good job we hear. I'm so glad we got the real thing!

When Karen's not WWOOFing, she's studying English at University. Her English is already quite good and she's practicing while here.

FIELD TRIP - Today we had to visit our tax preparer in Wailea and brought Karen along for an afternoon off the farm. (It's hard not treating her like a visitor and guest) We dropped her off at the Shops of Wailea for a couple of hours. She compared the upscale shopping mall to Scottsdale Arizona! On the way back we took a more scenic route back along South Kihei Road, and through Wailuku so we could stop at John Deere, and Home Depot to pick up some paint. While waiting for the paint Karen commented that in Taiwan the paint colors come already mixed up. She was quite impressed with the paint clerk mixing up colors on the spot... she took pictures of him... maybe she will blog about it!

So all in all, it's working out just great so far. The Maui weather has been mostly cooperating, with only a few days of showers making it a little difficult to work outdoors. If it rains I can get her doing cleaning inside the office, and windows. I love it!

And Russell likes her too!

At this point I would recommend getting a WWOOFer, if you get the right one.

When buying on Maui, please contact a specialist in the area - Georgina M. Hunter R(S)

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