hawaii real estate: All About Hawaii, Oahu - 03/03/08 11:07 PM
I have been getting lots of call and emails about Hawaii. So, Here You GO! I will work my way around the Island of Oahu and when you are ready to come and visit, you will know exactly where you want to go!
OAHU, "The Gathering Place," is the third largest Hawaiian island … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: What are you willing to do to be successful? - 03/03/08 10:55 PM
Most of us are our own worst enemy's. We set up all sorts of sure fail mechanisms in our lives while at the same time telling ourselves that we want it all. I have no idea why this is the case as I an not an expert on the human psyche. … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Weekly Meetings - 03/03/08 10:10 PM
We have all been to our share of Weekly Meetings. Some of the ones I have been to were a TOTAL waste of time and some were excellent. The ones that I feel are a waste of time are the ones where a middle level manager is in charge of an … (3 comments)
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hawaii real estate: More Canadian Interest in Hawaii Real Estate - 03/03/08 08:42 PM
As a follow up to my last posting, there is still evidence of more Canadians interested in Hawaii. In the Star Bulletin the other day it said that Canadian visitors continued to boost our tourism growing by 27.7% from a year ago! That also helped boost visitor spending to its largest … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Office Time - 03/03/08 08:38 PM
When I started in Real Estate I started working with one of the biggest Real Estate Companies in town. I figured that if they had grown to the size they were, they must know what they are doing and as I had little to no clue, I knew I would need … (7 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Island News March 08 - 03/02/08 07:15 PM
Aloha,
I hope you've been having the same spectacular weather we've been enjoying. The week before last was so wonderful that even the locals (like me!) were saying how rare it was to have one full week of absolutely perfect days. We're back to more normal weather now which is sun, light … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: How many miles do you drive? - 03/02/08 03:13 PM
I love to drive. As a Realtor I get to drive EVERYWHERE! I average about 30,000 miles a year and this is all on a little Island in the middle of the Pacific. Being a Realtor in Honolulu is a BLAST! Rainbows, Sunshine, Lunch sitting on a wall overlooking … (5 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Mr. Haiku Plantations - 03/02/08 02:36 PM
Marketing and branding are such important pieces of what we do. Can you imagine how easy it would have been when you started your carrier if everyone you met knew you were a well qualified Realtor, Shoe Store Owner, Internet Cafe Owner or an Auto Mechanic?
I hear people all the time … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville House update for the week of Feb 24 to Mar 1 - 03/02/08 01:12 AM
Aloha,And warm tropical wishes to you. We've been having great weather which always brings out the buyers. Hopefully it will continue so we can get some of the good values SOLD! Here is your Princeville house update for this week: Copyright 3/1/2008 by Hawaii Information Service
NEW LISTINGS206819 RS A 5 4-5-4-8-4 … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville condo update for the week of Feb 24th to Mar 1st - 03/02/08 01:07 AM
Aloha,
It sure seems to me that real estate activity has suddenly picked up - at least for this past two weeks. I know I've been busy showing property as have several other agents in our office, plus I've had several showing requests which is a welcome change of pace. Perhaps the … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: How do you say $2,500,000.00? - 02/26/08 06:31 PM
It's a funny thing. You can always tell the people who are comfortable with money by the way they speak about it. If you are a Realtor that would like to start representing buyer & seller clients in the higher end homes and properties in your area, and you have to gasp … (6 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Preparing your Home To Sell - 02/26/08 06:00 PM
101 Ways to Prepare your Home To Sell
Would You Like to Sell Your House?
To a prospective buyer, the total value of your home isn't limited to the price paid. The dictionary defines value as "that which makes anything worth possessing". When looking at possible new homes, the buyer is motivated by … (6 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Are you an Expert? - 02/25/08 11:04 PM
A very wise person once told me that people should not offer advise unless asked. In our industry, we sell our experience and know how to our clients. Why is it that so many of us feel the need to sell it to each other? (Blogging does not count because if … (3 comments)
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hawaii real estate: What color is your beachball? - 02/25/08 08:46 PM
I made a rookie mistake the other day. I have two listings in an area and the street names are both Hulupala. The Bigger of the two is Hulupala Place and the Tear-down is on Hulupala Way. A Realtor called and told me she wanted to preview my listing on Hulupala … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Who do people see when you answer the phone? - 02/25/08 08:13 PM
You know when you're listening to the radio and you hear the voice of the DJ, and then at some point later you actually see that person? How often does the person look like the person you had in your mind?
First impressions are key, and you know the rule, you only … (5 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Returning Messages - 02/25/08 07:33 PM
A very wise person once told me I should alway return messages and emails, even if I don'y want to talk to that person. It seemed like a good idea, so I always have. But why is it a good idea? Lets take a look at it, shall we?
In our business, … (11 comments)
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hawaii real estate: The Canadian Rockies - 02/25/08 01:03 PM
When you run your own business it seems that that business is just like your child. Leave it unattended and it might be all over! Gayle and I have been in business by ourselves for around 15 years. We live in Hawaii so it could be argued that everyday is a … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Real Estate for International Buyer - 02/25/08 12:18 PM
In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, there is a place filled with White Sand Beaches, Palm Trees and gentle Trade-winds. This is the place of Kings and Queens and warm inviting people. This is Hawaii. 7 islands and hundreds of wonderful communities with one common bond, the spirit of Aloha.
For people … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Talking House - 02/25/08 02:28 AM
Talking House has been around for almost ever. The system is not real expensive but I feel like if it were GREAT, they would be all over the place. In this world of cell phones, a prospective buyer pulls up in front of one of my listings, they like what they … (11 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Market to International Buyers - 02/25/08 02:22 AM
Hawaii! Would you like a home in the Islands? I think most people would. With the drop in value of the US Dollar, international buyers will find these homes "On Sale"! The question I have for all of you, is what do you think is the BEST way for me to … (3 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Start at Home! - 02/24/08 10:25 PM
You know, we all look for ways to get our names out there and to "let the people know what we have to offer them as a Realtor". We spend money on advertising, sit phones in our offices waiting for that person to walk in and become our client, we build websites … (7 comments)
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hawaii real estate: High Tech vs. High Touch - 02/24/08 09:37 PM
I am a HUGE fan of the Internet and websites and I know that 70 some odd percent of all home buyers and sellers start out looking on the Internet for information that will help them to make the decisions they need to make. However I am also a HUGE of … (7 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Move with Enthusiasm and Lightning Speed - 02/24/08 08:54 PM
Have you ever been to a shop or a store where the staff looks like they would rather be home in bed? Ever asked one of these "Professionals" a question only to get an, "Oh, I'm not sure." for the reply? How about the, "Oh, I'll find out for you." only to … (3 comments)
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hawaii real estate: The Art of Self Promotion - 02/24/08 08:42 PM
Did you know that the Coca Cola BOTTLE was a Registered Trademark? How often have you ever asked for a Kleenex to wipe your nose? Snap Crackle and Pop? Branding is the art of maintaining an image so that when people see it thay know who you are without the necessity of words … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville House update for the week of Feb 17 to 23 - 02/24/08 05:47 PM
Aloha,
Here's your Princeville House update for this week:
Copyright 2/24/2008 by Hawaii Information Service
NEW LISTINGS207583 RS A 6 4-5-4-8-47 FS $3,275,000 5045 Kapiolani Lp 16,502 sqft 4,226 5/4.5
UNDER CONTRACT204442 RS U 51 4-5-4-16-21 FS $1,239,000 4070 Kaa'humanu Pl 10,536 sqft 2,334 3/3
PRICE CHANGES206607 RS A 791 4-5-4-19-19 FS $1,045,000- … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo (and house) Update for Feb 17 to Feb 23 - 02/24/08 05:44 PM
I knew it just couldn't last forever.. I mean the weather was so stunningly picture perfect every day last week I just had to go to the beach yesterday. I've been working all week at my home office where I can look out and see the ocean from my condo as … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Move To Hawaii - 02/23/08 07:16 PM
There are many neighborhoods and communities on Oahu. The entire Island is Honolulu County. If you are planning a move to Oahu, and would like to know what areas might be a good fit for you, or which areas are close to where you will be working, just write it here … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: International Real Estate Buyers - 02/23/08 06:58 PM
I have several high end property listings on Oahu. Has anyone found a solid path to international buyers that can take advantage of the weak dollar? If so, will you share with us?
Hawaii is made up of of just about group of people on the earth. Sometimes we all melt together and … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condos - List vrs. Sales price - 02/22/08 08:40 PM
I alway wonder when sellers raise their price or come back on the market at a higher price when they can't sell their property. The logic there simply escapes me, unless perhaps the seller feels the market is moving upward and it's time to move up with it. If this is … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Real Estate Blog - 02/21/08 05:56 PM
Welcome to the Hawaii Real Estate Blog. Please post your questions here or feel free to email them to me at Mike@GreatHawaiianHomes.com and I will reply and post them here for you. You can always call me at 808-630-1828 for a quick response.
Hawaii and more to the point, Honolulu, is … (5 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville condo (and house) update for the week of Feb 10th to Feb 16th - 02/19/08 12:59 PM
Aloha,
Welcome back from a long holiday weekend. I know I'm late with this week's update but it was a very busy weekend for me....and yes, I just had to go to the beach for a couple of hours yesterday. You would have done the same if you were here; it was … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: An explanation of Condo Maintenance Fees - 02/13/08 01:38 AM
One of the first things I discuss with condo buyers are the maintenance fees, also referred to as HOA fees (Home Owners Association) or AOAO fees. (Association of Apartment Owners) All of these terms refer to a monthly fee charged to each condo owner for the management, insurance, upkeep, maintenance and … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Property Inspections : Scope of the inspection - 02/13/08 01:33 AM
I recently had a client point out to me during our final walk-through that the shut-off valves for the bathroom sink were frozen. The client was concerned since he'd had a property inspection and wondered why the inspector did not "catch this problem." The answer, while simple is often misunderstood or … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: The first resale Ka'iulani goes into escrow..... - 02/13/08 01:21 AM
The news today is that what I believe to be the firse resale Ka'iulani went into escrow after 307 days on the market. This unit is priced at $1,685,000; down considerably from the original $2,150,000 it was listed for in 4/07. Unfortunately, this unit was purchased for $1,861,490 in 3/07, which … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo (and house) Update for Feb 3 to Feb 9 - 02/11/08 10:38 PM
Aloha from Sunny Kauai! We finally have a perfect day with everything you'd expect from a tropical paradise. Sun, blue sky, fluffy white clouds and of course, the tradewinds. I live in a complex (Cliffs) that not only has whole ownership but also timeshare, and I often feel sorry for the … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Financing Your Hawaii Dream ~ Lisa Ledesma at Wells Fargo on Kauai - 02/08/08 09:59 PM
Financing ~ Lisa Ledesma at Wells Fargo
When you are ready to talk about financing your dream, Lisa can help you with every aspect! Lisa is one of the premiere loan officers that I have worked with and she clearly strives for 110% customer satisfaction! Contact her today for all your … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: 04-464 Kuhio Hwy unit 148, Kapaa, HI - 02/07/08 08:36 PM
Oceanfront condo in Paradise! Check out these views!
First floor unit ~ beautifully appointed, fully-furnished ~ tropical furnishings, with private lanai, island-style artwork, coffee maker, telephone, and refrigerator.
On-site computers with internet access, laundry facilities, soda machines, BBQ grills, and ice are just steps away.* Unit is currently a successful … (1 comments)
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hawaii real estate: 380 Papaloa Rd, unit #21, Kapaa, HI 96746 - 02/07/08 08:34 PM
Life is too short to pass up on this fabulous and rare opportunity!
Kapaa Sands #21 is a townhome style condo in boutique complex ~ just 21 units! Ocean views abound upstairs and down from this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath unit.
Open concept living area downstairs and bedrooms upstairs ~ … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: 04-464 Kuhio Hwy unit 146 and 147, Kapaa, HI - 02/07/08 08:30 PM
Oceanfront condos in Paradise!
Side by side ADJOINING units being sold TOGETHER!
Offering units 146 and 147 with TMKs 4-4-3-2-13-125 and 4-4-3-2-13-126 combined...
Step out your door and onto the beach! These first floor units are beautifully appointed, fully-furnished ~ tropical furnishings, with private lanais, island-style artwork, each with its … (1 comments)
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hawaii real estate: 410 Papaloa Rd, unit #231, Kapaa, HI 96746 - 02/07/08 08:29 PM
Lae Nani
This third floor end unit with panoramic ocean views is luxurious and spacious ~ 1 bedroom 1.5 bath ~ new stainless steel appliances, beautiful furnishings with tropical flair, and a HUGE lanai to enjoy the views. Perfect for Kauai living or vacations.
Oceanfront complex makes it a breeze … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: 4771 Pepelani Loop #1112, Princeville, HI 96722 - 02/07/08 08:27 PM
Plantations at Princeville ~ tastefully decorated and painted with tropical care and flair!
Plantations at Princeville is one of the newest luxury condo complexes in the magnificent Princeville north shore community.
Your spacious two bedroom, 2 bath condo awaits! Fabulous furnishings, attention to detail, new appliances, and more. Ground floor … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: 4825 Emmalani Drive, Princeville, Kauai, HI - 02/07/08 08:23 PM
This is it! Brand new home on Princeville’s pristine Makai Golf Course …
Views, views, views… Revel in the views of the lakes on the links & the 8th hole or be awed by the mountain and waterfall views.
Attention to detail unrivaled… Eucalyptus hardwood floors, granite countertops, crown molding, … (6 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Islander on the Beach ~ Adjoining Units - 02/07/08 04:20 PM
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hawaii real estate: What is a taxkey number? - 02/07/08 09:46 AM
You've seen them on the Multiple Listing Service- a 5 or 6 digit number separated by dashes. Have you ever wondered what that number is? Every piece of property in the entire State is identiifed by a unique number known as the taxkey number. If you know what area the numbers … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: What about sellers in today's market? - 02/07/08 09:44 AM
One client asked me how to make sense of what is going on in the market and I have to admit, it's not easy. Not only do you have the external factors impacting the market (i.e. the negative news, continuing problems with the sub prime loan market, overdevelopment in certain areas … (1 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Why even buyers don't like a buyer's market! - 02/07/08 09:40 AM
I've talked about seller's in today's buyer's market. Now I'd like to turn the focus onto the buyers.
Every single buyer out there right now is a bargain hunter, as they should be in this buyers market but it's a very hard time for sellers. I was reflecting on the seller's market of … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Fee Simple vs Leasehold Ownership in Hawaii - 02/07/08 12:46 AM
Fee Simple vs Leasehold
FEE SIMPLE: Fee simple ownership is probably the most familiar form of ownership to buyers of residential property, especially on the Mainland. Fee simple is sometimes called fee simple absolute because it is the most complete form of ownership. A fee simple buyer acquires ownership of the entire … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Financing Your Dream Property in Hawaii - 02/07/08 12:44 AM
Financing Your Dream Property
Eliminating the mystery...
The first step is to talk to a Mortgage Lender or Banker to find out what price range you are best suited to, also known as getting "pre-qualified".
The most difficult part is making the call!
The loan officer will ask you questions and have … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Pets! Pets! Pets! Moving your Pets to Hawaii - 02/07/08 12:40 AM
Pets! Moving your pets to Hawaii...
Hawaii Pet Quarantine
When you are ready to move, don't forget your loved ones ~ including your pets!!!
Hawaii has a pet quarantine and detailed information is available on the state website.
They have made some changes to the quarantine regulations which may allow your pets into … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Planning and Permitting in Hawaii Real Estate - 02/07/08 12:38 AM
Planning & Permitting in Hawaii
Each County Planning Department offers the most accurate and up-to-date information to confirm the potential use, zoning, density, restrictions and possibilities for a parcel; more specifically what you can build, if you can subdivide, what zoning designations allow, and specific information pertaining to each parcel.
Occasionally the … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Property Mangement for your Vacation Rental - 02/07/08 12:34 AM
Property Management for your Vacation Rental
Property Management:There are essentially two types of property management: on site and off the premises.
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On Site Management:
Many condo projects have on-site property management. Property management in the sense that you can reserve and pay for stays - like a front desk. (The majority … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: January Princeville Condo / House Perfomance - 02/06/08 04:13 AM
January Princeville condo / house market performance
Everyone is always asking how the market is here. I am very visual and think one picture is worth 1000 words so I am showing you what went on for the last month with Princeville Real Estate. These are all the new listings, properties back … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Agent Responsibilities - 02/04/08 12:28 PM
Most people, when buying real estate, have an "agent." Few however, seem to know the duties owed to them by their agent, nor do they recognize the value of having their own agent as opposed to "dual agency." Agent is defined as "A party who is authorized to act in the … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo and House Update for January 27 to Feb 2 - 02/04/08 12:23 PM
Aloha,
One of my fellow agents told me that I was less likely to get a real estate call on Super Bowl Sunday than on any other day of the year. In other words, she was letting me know that I'd have plenty of uninterrupted work time today. Who am I kidding- … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Vacation Rental Ordinance on the way to becoming law... - 02/03/08 09:28 PM
Although there's always an assortment of Kauai happennings, I am going to focus on what I consider the be the biggest news to come down the pike in a LONG LONG time-and that is, the County Council has FINALLY passed a vacation rental bill! This issue, (like many others on the … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: January 2008 Real Estate Sales Activity for Montecito/ Tuscany in Ewa Gentry - 02/01/08 09:29 PM
Montecito/ Tuscany an Ewa Gentry planned community in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 191).
Single Family homes: Sales volume is still too low to draw conclusions. Most of the homes are less than 2 years old. The resale prices have gone down making them quite attractive for … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Conveyance tax facts you need to know - 02/01/08 03:30 PM
As of July 1, 2005 there was a change in the amount of conveyance tax that sellers pay when transferring property. A conveyance tax, much like the name implies, is a tax paid to the state of Hawaii "for all transfers or conveyance of realty or any interest therein..." (Section 247.2 … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: My best advice for sellers in a buyer's market - 01/31/08 02:43 PM
In this buyer's market where offers are few and far between compared to a couple of year back, and those that are forthcoming are often falling short of seller's expectations, it is the wise seller who can see beyong the perceived insult of a low offer and respond in a postive … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Kai'ulani snapshot for Jan 30-31 - 01/31/08 02:13 PM
Kai'ulani is the newest condo complex in Princeville and is undoubtedly the most luxurious and beautiful, with pricing to match. It is located at the end of Queen Emmas Bluffs Road, on a parcel which sits just beyond the Villas on the Prince. While looking at the MLS daily updates for … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo (and house) Update for January 20 to 26 - 01/27/08 11:03 PM
Aloha,
Last week was pretty slow for condo. Take a look at last weeks activity and you'll see what I mean:
Copyright 1/27/2008 by Hawaii Information Service
NEW LISTINGS
206307 T A 4 4-5-3-11-1-18 FS $999,000 Villas On The Prince #18 1,800 #18 3/3206549 T A 2 4-5-3-6-22-3 FS $1,900,000 Kaiulani Of Princeville … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Real Estate, MLS Statistics, Median Sale Price, Lance Owens Realtor Kailua Kona, HI - 01/24/08 02:46 PM
There is a lot more to this than meets the eye, so please, if you are looking to buy or sell real estate in Hawaii - give me a call
Aloha, and have a great day
Lance Owens (RS)
(808) 936-8383
Lance@KonaHomeTeam.com
http://www.konahometeam.com/
Aloha Kona Realty Inc.
78-6740 Alii Drive
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Real Estate, MLS Statistics, Sales Volume, Lance Owens Realtor Kailua Kona, HI - 01/24/08 02:42 PM
There is a lot more to this than meets the eye, so please, if you are looking to buy or sell real estate in Hawaii - give me a call
Aloha, and have a great day
Lance Owens (RS)
(808) 936-8383
Lance@KonaHomeTeam.com
http://www.konahometeam.com/
Aloha Kona Realty Inc.
78-6740 Alii Drive
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hawaii real estate: Hanalei Valley Hike - 01/23/08 10:58 PM
I've been on the Hanalei Okolehau Trail before but its been so long I'd forgotten how beautiful it is. I also was not aware of how far the trail actually goes. The trailhead is accessed by driving up the Hanalei Valley road (Ohiki Road) located at the one lane bridge as … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Market Activity for Monday, January 21st. - 01/22/08 02:12 AM
Aloha,
Each day as I scan through the daily update, I look to see what has gone into escrow and how many new properties came on the market. Most of the time, there's plenty of new listings but little in the way of properties that received accepted offers. I'm happy to report … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condos vs. Homes - 2007 snapshot - 01/21/08 12:12 PM
Aloha,
I'm always talking about condos - If you've been wondering what Princeville homes have been doing, the answer is not too much. Right now there are 59 properties on the market, with only 5 in escrow. Here are the available properties:
Copyright 1/21/2008 by Hawaii Information Service
204102 RS A 56 4-5-3-12-42 … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo and House update for the week of Jan 13th to 19th - 01/20/08 11:13 PM
Aloha,
And welcome to your weekly update. Today ended up sunny with cooling breezes although this morning, as I watched wave after wave of rain come in off the ocean I wasn't so sure we'd see much of the sun. However, it did end up as a perfect winter day with temps … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Poipu's PiliMai is alive and well - 01/18/08 03:54 PM
Aloha,
I'm going to divert from my usual Princeville focus and switch down to Poipu for a moment to pass along some information received from Brookfield Homes, the developer of Princeville's Nihilani. Brookfield just announced they have received their builidng permits for their Poipu condo project, PiliMai, which I thought might have … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: After 593 days on the market..... - 01/15/08 11:45 PM
FINALLY, FINALLY, FINALLY......
Some astute buyer has put in an accepted offer on the Leasehold Pali Ke Kua #238 listed for $350K! - after only 593 days on the market and price reductions that started out at $699,900 and gradually moved downward over the years! Am I surprised? Yes, but only because … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Free time? Blog from your Phone! - 01/15/08 07:39 PM
Right now I'm between appointments (my first appointment went surprisingly fast) and here I find myself with plenty of time to check emails and blog. I've never blogged before from my Blackberry, so I thought I'd give it a try. Having this phone/computer/day planner/modem is the best tool I've ever come … (6 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo Update for January 6 to 12 - 01/14/08 05:12 PM
Aloha,
I'm going to get right down to business this week so here it is: your update for this past week:
Copyright 1/13/2008 by Hawaii Information Service
NEW LISTINGS205059 T A 3 4-5-3-11-1-3 FS $850,000 Villas On The Prince #3 1,737 #3 3/3205685 T A 4 4-5-4-15-21-21 FS $459,000 Sandpiper Village I #121 1,042 … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Kauai Condo statistics for year end 2007 - 01/11/08 07:03 PM
The end of year statistics are out and overall for Princeville condos it was a good year after all, despite all the gloom and doom news heard on every new channel and in every newspaper. For Hanalei Zone, which includes the condos both in Princeville as well as Hanalei Colony Resort … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Nihilani - final phase pricing vrs. resales + Pili Mai - 01/09/08 07:55 PM
Aloha,
I think most of you are familiar with Nihilani at Princeville - one of the newer condo developments in Princeville. This complex shares the center of Pepelani Loop with The Plantations, a complex built a year or two earlier. Nihilani is the only complex to offer 2 car garages with the … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo Update for December 30th to January 5th - 01/07/08 04:46 PM
Aloha Elaine
Aloha, And one final Happy New Year. Everyone is planning on more stabilization in the marketplace this year with plenty of opportunity for any buyer looking for it. Here on Kauai, I continue to feel that one of our major "problems" is a surplus of inventory, which coupled with … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Count Whales, not sheep........ - 01/02/08 08:30 PM
If you're one of those Island visitors who come for several months during the winter, perhaps you'd like to volunteer for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Annual Whale Watch count that starts on January 26th and continues on February 23rd and March 29th. This shore based count, held throughout the … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: A restaurant to try in 2008 - 01/01/08 08:09 PM
While reviewing The Garden Island newspaper in preparation for writing my newsletter, (which can be seen on my website) I came across an article in the Business Section of the Dec. 16th issue that surprised me. I didn’t realize that “The Mediterranean Gourmet, located beachfront at the Hanalei Colony Resort in … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hau'oli Makahiki Hou from Kauai - 12/31/07 10:58 AM
Wishing you and yours a wonderful New Year or as they say in Hawaii - Hau'oli Makahiki Hou! … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Princeville Condo Update for December 23rd to 30th - 12/31/07 02:04 AM
Happy Almost New Year or Hauole Makahiki Hou! Not much has happened this past week, due primarily, in my opinion to rain, rain and more rain. Does this sound like last weeks intro to the condo update? If so, it should because we have now had two weeks of rain which … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Best Deal in Hawaii - 1 Acre - Fee Simple - On Power/Phone/Cable - Ocean Views - 12/26/07 04:17 PM
Ok here it is - a 1 acre - fee simple (you own it outright) - low in subdivision, new homes around you, 45 miles south of Kona. As the market has slowed in Hawaii also, this developer has decided to sell some of his lots. He had paid as much as … (3 comments)
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hawaii real estate: supperferry protest - 12/16/07 03:24 PM
December 15th 2007 9:00 am; yesterday I was on floor duty and the Superferry protestors were in full occupation of our property. Century 21 did not give them permission to be on the property and has no alliance what so ever with the superferry. Neither pro or anti. We remain neutral. … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Buy When Everyone One Else is Selling ! - 12/16/07 03:24 AM
Spread the word...or words as the heading goes "Buy When Everyone Else is Selling" Every person older than 20, knows this saying. Put this in all your advertising and marketing, Real estate home buyers know this, and can relate to the saying, we all like a bargain we just need a … (10 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Be Proactive: Know Your Lender (Part II- From Call to Contract) - 12/12/07 08:11 PM
After posting From Call to Contract: Doing My Homework yesterday, I thought I would tell you all about why it took so long to submit an offer for my buyer when she was adamant about the condo she wanted on Sunday.
My client had already started the process with the lender of … (45 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii ranks 3rd in country for healthiest state - 11/24/07 03:53 PM
According to a recent article published in Pacific Business News, Hawaii is ranked 3rd in the nation by a National Health Study. Factors that contribute to this are our low cardiovascular, & cancer death rates, our high number of insured residents and our immunization coverage available to our keiki (children).
These and … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: “Kuleana: Knowing Your Responsiblity” - 11/03/07 12:38 AM
There's a fine line between common sense and KNOWING what I am responsible for.
Kuleana (Koo-lay-ah-nah). basically means "Knowing Your Responsiblity" and used in the context of Leadership.
We all have a responsibility for the preservation and conservation of our land and water. So we abide by the laws set forth by our state.
Previously, I … (31 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii – State Wide Resale Home Sales for September 2007 - 10/25/07 02:01 PM
September 2007 numbers are in.
Single Family Home Sales have shown decreases in volume from last year in all of the counties except Maui. Median prices of homes decreased on the neighbor islands, while Oahu (Honolulu County) showed a modest increase over the same time in 2006.
Condominium Sales have also seen declines … (4 comments)
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hawaii real estate: More doom and gloom from the Mainland - 10/24/07 04:33 PM
The Honolulu Advertiser decided to publish an AP article titled, "Home Sales Plunge by 8 percent". It's about time for some more of that doom and gloom from the Mainland that makes all of the media outlets so happy - and make your prospects nervous. This one has sales plunging once … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Real Estate - Hawaii Kai - 10/24/07 02:32 PM
Our latest September Oahu Report shows that resales for Hawaii Kai condo rentals went up about 5% compared to the same 3 month period (July to September 2006) from last year. Although prices for the area went down about 8%, you should measure statistics based on each building. At Prudential Locations, we … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: I Love being a REALTOR® in Hawaii - 10/10/07 02:05 PM
I love being a REALTOR® and I love Hawaii. How many people can say they love what they do for living?
Hawaii for many years had the reputation of being one of the places with the lowest percentage of home owners. The American Dream was not enjoyed by most here. Most … (26 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Why I am “Not Just Another Pretty Face” - 10/08/07 04:43 AM
"Not Just Another Pretty Face" is my slogan.
Since getting back in the business I added that slogan to my marketing and it has stuck. I use the slogan in publication ads, business cards, vehicle lettering, mall signs and web marketing including Active Rain.
Many know my slogan, but may not know how … (25 comments)
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hawaii real estate: 909 Kapiolani - 10/02/07 02:26 PM
The Hawaii Real Estate market is more balanced today than it was a few years ago. If you haven't seen 909Kapiolani yet, check out the video tour below. Prudential Locations, http://www.prudentiallocations.com/, is the broker in charge and you can contact their sales team http://www.909kapiolani.com/posec.nsf/contact.
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hawaii real estate: The mortgage crisis: Is Hawaii in trouble? - 09/14/07 04:18 PM
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hawaii real estate: Is Oahu real estate the last seller's market in America? - 09/13/07 02:37 PM
It's easy to make a case for Oahu being the last place that sellers are still in control. While most mainland areas are declining or flattening, prices of Oahu homes are still going up in most areas. Our inventory is down from last year, and the average home sells in only 44 … (2 comments)
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hawaii real estate: The Prudential Locations Foundation - 09/07/07 08:46 PM
Members from the Prudential Locations Foundation give back to the community by donating backpacks to over 200 children.
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hawaii real estate: The Waikiki of the Big Island - Kailua Kona, HI, Alii Drive - 09/06/07 07:45 PM
Can you imagine having bought a place like this in Waikiki, 20 years a go?
Here's you're opportunity - it doesn't usually knock twice!
Even though its not Ocean front - it might as well be, the only thing between you and that fabulous Beach, surf spot - is - A grass … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Rising Market for Hawaii Real Estate - 09/04/07 02:55 PM
Behind the Mainland US, Japan, and Canada, South Korea is expected to grow to be Hawaii's fourth largest source of tourism. The Hawaii Tourism Authority predicts that annual visitors could skyrocket from 37,000 to more than 200,000. By early 2009, South Korean visitors could have U.S. visa waiver status which would … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Vertical Search in Real Estate - 08/30/07 02:11 PM
The real estate industry lends itself very well to vertical search. In other words, instead of searching for real estate through the main search engines, google, yahoo, msn, ask, and aol, new companies have entered the market to focus on the real estate niche. Online Marketing in real estate requires constant … (1 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Coastal Land: *Ponder Before Purchasing* - 08/23/07 01:15 PM
http://www.localism.com/ featured article
In Hawaii, not only do we have a responsility to take care of our environment but we have a responsibility to understand the potential risks and consequences of purchasing coastal land. Ahhhh. Hawaii is surely a paradise with its beautiful trade winds, blue sunny skies and panoramic breathtaking scenery. A … (32 comments)
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hawaii real estate: All Island Hawaii Real Estate search - 08/22/07 04:22 PM
Have you ever tried searching for your dream home in Hawaii to buy a condo or home in Molokai, Lanai, or Maui from a single site? It can be difficult because the Hawaii MLS data is divided amongst several boards of realtors amongst several islands, it's not centralized. PrudentialLocations.com has successfully … (0 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Real Estate: Online Marketing - 08/21/07 04:04 PM
At the Search Engine Strategy conference in San Jose this week. Learning about the rapdily changing market of search engine optimization and search marketing as it relates to Hawaii real estate. Our SEO partner from Akamai Search is here with us and working with us to pull together our strategy. So … (1 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Aloha Spirit on the Big Island of Hawaii - 08/18/07 06:03 PM
Aloha,My name is Lani Quinting, I'm a Realtor Associate with Century 21 All Islands in Hilo on the East side of the Big Island of Hawaii. Yes, I sell Big Island Real Estate! I was born and raised on Oahu and now I live on the Big Island. I love living … (1 comments)
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hawaii real estate: Hawaii Homes - 08/17/07 02:18 PM
The NAR recently reported that Oahu homes prices are the fourth highest in the country of 149 metropolitan areas during the second quarter of 2007. San Jose, San Francisco, and Anaheim took the top three positions. International investors keep the demand strong. I know there are a lot of people waiting … (0 comments)
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