Forms, forms, everywhere is forms - 04/30/08 11:29 PM
So, I started at Century 21 All Islands today. It sure feels good. After being in the woods for a few years I realized I forgot what it was like to be part of the corporate world. Century 21 isn't just a company, it's an enterprise. They didn't get that way easily, I am sure. So, now I have so many forms to fill out. Before all I used was a listing agreement and the basic contracts and disclosures ... escrow handled the rest if needed. Now, I have so many forms to fill out for each lising. So, the listings … (4 comments)

A new beginning and a brighter future... - 04/29/08 01:03 PM
Today is a new begining ...I am finally transferred. So, here is the announcement. Patrick J. Lambert is now with Century 21 All Islands. Now this country boy has city power. When I was forced to transfer my license, due to my broker folding down her tent, I decided that this time I was going to do MY homework. I got on the MLS and did a CMA of the companies on this island. I found the company doing the most business and decided I deserve to work with the best ... after all I consider myself to be the best … (6 comments)

I am not ready to give it up, yet. - 04/27/08 03:47 PM
I am getting a few things ready for one of the most important meetings I have had in years tomorrow morning. I start reflecting upon my day and think of my favorite part of my job. As a Realtor I am allowed the freedom of working my own schedule. I am so blessed that my job allows me to be able to enjoy a beautiful drive every morning with my son, who is 7 and in 1st grade. We past the pregnant cows and horses and watch them grow, watch them with their babies after they are born. It's the one … (17 comments)

It's important to do your homework... - 04/26/08 04:28 PM

In Hawaii each section of the island is in a specific lava zone. When purchasing property or a home on the island of Hawaii the lava zone is important because in some areas home owners insurance cannot be had, in some areas the banks will not grant loans. If you are looking to buy in Hawaii make sure you do your homework and find out the facts on lava zones by checking with a local Hawaii Realtor (preferably me!)

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The VOG blog - 04/26/08 04:11 PM
Location, location, location. Most people think "hey, your in Hawaii, there can't be a bad location. These days the VOG coming from the very active volcano of Kilauea has been causing problems for this particular location. The VOG travels from the Kilauea Volcano, travels over Mauna Loa and travels to the other islands in some cases creating more VOG hundreds of miles away on Oahu than there is in the general location of the flume causing the VOG. Volcanoes National Park has closed several times over the past several weeks and those people who have come from all over the world … (9 comments)

Coffee is my drug of choice - 04/25/08 04:21 PM
I love my coffee. I am good for at least 2 pots of coffee a day. Living here in Hawai'i I have tried every coffee available from each of the islands. There is Kona, Kauai (my favorite until now), Maui and more. Now, we have Ka'u coffee. Ka'u is Hawai'i's largest district covering the whole south section of the Big Island. Over the past few years our local Ka'u coffee has traveled the world and quickly become part of the top ten coffees worldwide. I am so proud of our local farmers for putting us on the map. For anyone looking … (21 comments)

Gearing up for change - 04/22/08 03:35 PM
Well, I am getting geared up to switch companies. I am really excited. I just met one of the best Realtors I have met on this island so far. Motivated and motivating. Professional and kind. Talks about Real Estate and not his problems. Believes and works with the same brand of real estate as I do, Mike Ferry. He appreciates my skill and has offered me a great deal. Now I need to get my current broker to release my listings, sign my forms as she promised and move ahead. I have decided to go with the best company on the … (8 comments)

Please, wish me luck. - 04/21/08 01:45 PM
Wow, what a pickle I am in. The industry changes and right now it's killing me. My broker has decided she no longer wants to do Real Estate. I have been with her company for three years and have basically built it up for her... it's just me and her. I have a lot of inventory and am in the middle of several negotiations and obtaining new listings. It cost me a lot to work there for reasons I sure don't want to mention in a public forum out of mutual respect. Now, I have to change my license and this … (10 comments)

Google Webmaster and Analytics - 04/19/08 03:24 PM
I have registered to google and can now track all the activity and key words that lead people to my site. How to? I know all computers are different so here's how it works for me. Open interent Explorer. In the upper right hand corner you can click to register. You will have to verify your site by placing a "meta tag" in the html code and after you verify you will be able to get reports on your site. You can register separate for Analytics which provides tracking on your page. There is also a google blog you can set … (5 comments)

Aloha Friday - 04/18/08 03:01 PM
Well, it's Aloha Friday here in beautiful Hawai'i. I like to say goodbye to the week and hello to the weekend. We have clear skies and my wish from yesterday for the trades to kick up has come true. My plan for the weekend is to take my family to the famous Black Sand Beach at Punalu'u and practice the "just hang loose" thing. Funny thing, and I always get the stink eye from wife over this, I always meet people and spend so much time talking about Hawaii and how wonderful it is here, how much I love living here, … (7 comments)

Back to Basics - 04/17/08 08:11 PM
Back in 1996 I attended the Mike Ferry Seminar in Palm Springs California. It was so exhilarating to be part of that setting and the training was so enlightening. The following year I took the Floyd Wickman Sweathogs Program. Different but the same. Two different guys as far as personality but the result the same. While both promote the cold call, most think that is just out of touch anymore. Since the "do not call list" and the ridiculous fact that licensed Realtors do not fall under the protected status as politicians do I think that telemarketing for Real Estate has … (0 comments)

Hawaii VOG: why we have a VOG disclosure - 04/17/08 03:29 PM
How are you being affected by the VOG?
I have a 7 year old son who is having breathing problems. He keeps getting what the doctor is calling "viral pneumonia" he believes is caused by the VOG. So, I checked out the information at this link http://volcano.wr.usgs.gov/kilaueastatus.php
It seems we have some major activity. Though I was aware of this from the news I did not realize just how much. As I live about 40 miles south, 20 as the crow flies, this is making me a bit worried. I see the sky, the vog in the sky. I am … (4 comments)

Wood Valley, A mystical wonder - 04/15/08 09:03 PM
Wood Valley
Wood Valley is a mystical place. Hills and valleys of green, lush land where anything can grow. Located beyond Pahala and located close to a well known Buddhist Temple that has been frequented by the Dalai Lama, Wood Valley grows some of the best coffee on earth. Mostly larger parcels between 10 & 35 acres, some with views of the ocean, the mountains, the valley with prices starting around $495,000, $650,000 for a home. Wood Valley is a very special, a very spiritual place. Wood Valley has it's own water source and the water is said to be the … (0 comments)

5 secrets lenders don't tell you - 04/15/08 04:34 PM
I found this awesome article and clicked on the link at the bottom. It's great reading and very informative.
5 Secrets LENDERS Don't Tell Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
by Derrick Ali
My name is Derrick Ali, and I'm a RE Investment Manager and Consumer Mortgage Loan Advocate. I assist both homeowners and owners of small businesses here in Michigan and throughout the United States.
Statistics say that 1 in 4 homeowners will experience a delinquency leading them to 70% to default on their mortgage loan this year.
Being a former mortgage professional, I also still talk with lenders from Banks and/or Mortgage companies … (1 comments)

International Buyers across America - 04/15/08 03:36 PM
I found this article at NAR.org and was very surprised by the national numbers. Being in Hawaii we have a large international market ... I was not aware that the international market spread so far. I found this article interesting and hope you all do as well. Aloha
REALTORS® Reach out to International Buyers Washington, April 11, 2008 - As the falling dollar makes the U.S. second-home market more attractive to international buyers, the National Association of Realtors® is joining with the Salon Immobiliario de Madrid, Europe’s largest home and resort exposition, to educate potential buyers about U.S. real estate investment … (0 comments)

Your Web page activity - 04/14/08 06:10 PM
Web Page Activity
I get a lot of acitivity on my web page and have found that most of my seller and buyer leads come from my web activity. Since I have been tracking my numbers in January I have seen over 2,000 unique visitors per month on my various pages in total. I have to admit, I am shocked by these figures. I thought maybe 20 people a month, tops. But as the bar rises every month and I get more and more activity it becomes more clear that the web has opened doors that never existed before in selling Real … (0 comments)

Broker Open Houses - 04/14/08 03:33 PM
Broker Open Houses
I recently did Realtor caravan for the first time in a VERY long time. Normally this is just not my gig. However, I really have to say that the momentum that was created for the other agents to work hard for me to sell my listings was incredible. I have had several showings in the past couple weeks since this caravan from the very agents I was networking with at the homes we saw that day. Truthfully, someone else asked me to go and I was very negative about wasting my day chatting around with a bunch of … (5 comments)

The "Credit Crunch" and your business - 04/14/08 12:53 PM
Hello fellow Realtors, I am curious how the credit crunch is affecting you.
Me, well in my personal observation I have, as everyone, seen a HUGE decline in the quantity of buyers in the current Real Estate Market. However, on a positive note, I have noticed that the quality of buyer has risen. Those who are looking now are more serious and more qualified than most have been in years. I am encouraged by this and hope that this continues to be the trend. The days of order processing are over and it is time to go back to basics. … (1 comments)

Tips for Buying lots that I promote - 04/12/08 05:06 PM
TIPS FOR BUYING YOUR LOT
1.) How much can you spend? Do you need financing? Talk to a finance specialist about your plans, you may have more buying power than you think.
2.)If you find something you like go for it. Iron out the details later, but start negotiating now. Chances are if you "think about it for a while" the property will be sold.
3.) Utilities are very important. Water, electric, phone, cable...where are they and what are your options? Working with a local Realtor,who is familiar with the area, can help answer those questions. … (1 comments)

Tips for Selling Land I Promote - 04/12/08 05:02 PM
TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR LOT
1.) It is important to clearly mark your property...if the buyer can't find your lot...they will find the next one.
2.) Price your lot accordingly. Overpricing can cost you in the end should prices decline. If you want to sell your property...price your property to sell.
3.)When choosing a Realtor, go with a local agent who works your area and will be available for showings. Remember, maps do not sell Real Estate...Realtor's do. … (0 comments)

Tips For Buying your Home I Promote - 04/12/08 04:44 PM
TIPS FOR BUYING YOUR HOME
1.)Do you need financing? Talk to a finance specialist about your plans to see how much buying power you have before you start looking. If you need a good finance person, a good Realtor would know who is doing business in your area.
2.)Not sure if you are paying too much? Find out what properties sell for before you overpay for your new home. Ask a local Realtor for information on closed properties in your area.
3.)If you find a home that suits your needs, put in a contract right away. You can always iron out … (0 comments)

Selling tips that I promote - 04/12/08 04:36 PM
TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOME
1.)Time to start packing. Get rid of clutter, inside and out, and show the potential buyer that there is room to grow.
2.)No need to remodel, but a fresh coat of paint, inside and out, can brighten things up where needed. On the bright side...you may net more money for your home.
3.)When choosing a Realtor go with a local agent who can be there to service you during the marketing and the closing of your home. Go with an honest, hardworking, full time agent who you can trust with your most valuable asset. Don't just … (2 comments)

Hawaii Real Estate Subdivision North West Kau District Big Island - 04/11/08 09:52 PM
Kona Gardens, Kula Kai View Estates, Kahuku Country...
These three gated communities offer 3 acre lots and incredible views of South Point, whitewater coastlines, incredible sunsets, vast open skies.
Kona Gardens
is located between mile markers 78 & 79 and offers views from almost every lot. Prices start around $59,000 for 3 acres with electric & paved roads, around $350,000 for a home. Gate code needed.
Kula Kai View Estates
is located between mile markers 77 & 78. The views above are from Kula Kai View Estates. Some lots have caves or lava tubes, some are full of Ohia trees. … (0 comments)

Hawaii Real Estate for Sale Ka'u district Updated 4/11/08 - 04/11/08 09:08 PM
Updated List of available homes in Kau. Patrick J. LambertRealtor / Salesperson808-937-1188866-7575-PATwww.kaurealtygroup.com 
www.kaurealtygroup.com for more information on these areas and homes.
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Black Sand Beach Hawaii Kau District Big Island - 04/11/08 07:40 PM
Black Sand Beach:
Soft black sand beaches, swimming with the hawai'ian sea turtles, monk seals, golfcourse, incredible sunrises, fishing, camping, boating, surfing, BBQ, gift shop, beautiful picture taking, perfect spot for a wedding. That's all I have to say about that.
Located between mile marker 56 & 57
Patrick J. Lambert
Realtor / Salesperson
808-937-1188
866-7575-PAT
www.kaurealtygroup.com
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Volcano Hawaii Real Estate and Visitor information - 04/11/08 07:08 PM
Volcano:
A golf course community, a private fern village, a drive through volcano are all part of this desert rainforest. Tour the Volcano Winery or stop at the Lava Rock Cafe for a great meal before a breathtaking drive down the slopes of Kilauea to the lava flow. Hiking to the lava flow was one of the most exciting and difficult experiences of my life but worth every step I took. A MUST for all.
Located: Entrance to park between mile markers 28 & 29. Entrance to Village mile markers 27 & 28
Patrick J. Lambert
Realtor/Salesperson
direct line 808-937-1188
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MY PLEDGE - 04/08/08 11:39 PM
MY PLEDGE...
to work hard, with honesty, with integrity, with moral & ethics, and to look out for your best interests. With hard work and good old fashioned communication I will get the job done. I know what it's like to need a good Realtor, that's why I take pride in being a GREAT one.
Patrick J. Lambert
Realtor/Salesperson
Toll FREE 866-7575-PAT direct line 808-937-1188
www.kaurealtygroup.com … (0 comments)

Hawaii Realtor ... About Me and My Ka'u - 04/07/08 03:47 PM
I am Patrick Lambert. I live in the Ka'u District of the Big Island of Hawaii. In my opinion Ka'u is the best place on earth. I have worked hard to become the best, most honest and caring Realtor and my hard work has paid off. Simply go to www.kaurealtygroup.com for printable subdivision maps, to search the mls for land or homes in the Ka'u area, to find out about Ka'u and why it is so special. My site is not all about me, it's about Ka'u. I represent Ka'u and all that it includes from Miloli'i (milolii), Kona Country Gardens, … (0 comments)

Mark Twain Estates South End Big Island Kau District Hawaii Real Estate Information - 04/04/08 09:13 PM
Mark Twain Estates
These views of whitewater coast are just some of what you get in Mark Twain Estates. Some lots offer views of the volcano flume, Waiohinu hills, pastures, distant bays. Some offer it all. Prices start around $35,000 for these 1/2 acre lots of lush, green land, $120,000 for a small home. Being centrally located between Hilo and Kona makes it easy to enjoy the entire island and all it has to offer it's residents. There are two points of entry to this area. Kamaoa Rd, between mile market 65 & 66 and South Point Rd, between mile marker … (0 comments)

 

Patrick Lambert ( Hawaii Real Estate Expert )

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