hawaii: 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: Jott - 01/23/08 01:05 AM
I use a free online service to get my tasks into Microsoft Outlook. I can leave a voicemail and within minutes I receive an email of the transcribed voicemail and a link to the audio file. I drag the email into the outlook task list, my task is entered and I … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Influence and Persuasion - 01/23/08 12:56 AM
One of the subjects I have been studying lately is influence. It is very useful information for Real Estate and Mortgage professionals. I really admire the work of Dr. Robert Cialdini who teaches ethical persuasion techniques. He publishes a free email newsletter which is available from his website
http://www.insideinfluence.com
You can also get … (1 comments)
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hawaii: Seattle Scrubs Monorail Project - 01/22/08 06:51 PM
Here we are in Hawaii trying to get a train system going while trains in areas more populous than ours are failing and being discontinued and after the governments lose millions and millions of taxpayer dollars. It is really a challenge to try to understand why our genius city council in … (3 comments)
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hawaii: Protect and Honor our Prescious Children - 01/22/08 04:26 PM
I work with an organization, Malama O Kamali'i Makamae, that has asked that I put the following information my my blog in Active Rain for your information. We work to help kids like these. "Malama O Kamali`i Makamae (Protect and Honor Our Precious Children), a nonprofit organization, was organized for the purpose … (5 comments)
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hawaii: Hawaii Mortgage - 01/22/08 04:05 PM
My Name is Brant Holland. I am a Mortgage Consultant based on Maui, Hawaii. I originate loans in all 50 states. The advantage to borrowers on the west coast of the US Mainland is I am available from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm. Please visit my website:http://www.loan24-7.com/branthollandAbout Me:http://www.linkedin.com/in/branthollandhttp://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=725774787http://brantholland.tumblr.com/Aloha,Brant Holland … (0 comments)
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hawaii: 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: URGENT - ACTION REQUIRED NOW! - 01/21/08 02:02 PM
The Hawaii State Bar Association is muscling in on the Real Estate Business in Hawaii BIG TIME! Hawai'i Rules of the Supreme Court, Proposed Rule Regarding the Unauthorized Practice of Law The Legal Profession has just done an end run on us in Hawaii. They are proposing that the Hawaii Supreme … (14 comments)
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hawaii: 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: 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: The Future of Leasehold Properties in Hawaii: A Potential Time Bomb for Lesees - 01/20/08 07:45 AM
This past Friday, the 18th marked a historic landmark for leasehold ownership in Hawaii. The landowner (lessor), Kaneohe Ranch prevailed in a suit between themselves and the individual owners (lessees) of the Kailuan in Kailua. Over a dozen owners will be forced to surrender their homes by Febuary 15, 2008. As … (0 comments)
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hawaii: It’s 8:00am and My Day is Half Over - 01/19/08 11:18 PM
Well not maybe half over, but I have gotten a lot done. How you start your day will set the pace for how productive will be.
In the past I was an evening person. Unfortunately I married a morning person. After 13 years of marriage my wife Darnelle is finally changing me.
By … (42 comments)
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hawaii: Kailua Sunrise - 01/19/08 09:08 PM
A Sunrise in Kailua is like none anywhere in the world! It is just and absolutely splendid.
It is not unusual for us to awaken to a site like this from our home in Kaimalino in Kailua! What a wonderful place to live. We are generally favored with this kind of … (23 comments)
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hawaii: Wailea Palms Real Estate ~ Maui Condo Property for Sale ~ Marlene Ritts, Hawaii Realtor® (S) - 01/19/08 10:15 AM
Wailea Palms Real Estate, Maui
This unit has a terrific position within the much desired Wailea Palms Residences, where residential living Wailea-style is afforded with the benefit of gorgeous ocean views from its two bedroom/two bath “B” style preferred floor plan. The condominium is light, has year-round summer breeze and is … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Kapalua Resort Real Estate Maui, Hawaii - Golf Course Frontage Property - 01/18/08 09:58 PM
Kapalua Golf Villas - Maui Real EstateGreat Golf townhouse right on the golf course with mountain and sunset views. Excellent condition as not in rental. Easy to show. This unit is very close to pool, restaurant, beach across the street for an easy walk. End of cul de sac location for … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Maui Oceanfront Home : Hawaii Real Estate at its Best! Kuau Property - 01/18/08 07:50 PM
Kuau Oceanfront Real Estate Maui HawaiiKuau Oceanfront! Minutes from Kanaha, Paia, Hookipa, and Jaws! Luxurious residential condo home on the ocean! Beautifully appointed in style and flair offering the best of tropical living. Surf out the front door. Call for appointment, qualified buyers only please. Looking for Maui Oceanfront Real Estate, … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Unique Maui Bed & Breakfast Property :: Hawaii Investment Real Estate Opportunity - 01/18/08 07:37 PM
Blue Horizons Bed and Breakfast - Lahaina Real Estate, Maui, HawaiiOwn a piece of paradise. The Blue Horizons Bed and Breakfast in Lahaina, Maui Hawaii has a 14 year operating history and a phenomenal location. Located in a cozy neighborhood just 500 feet from the ocean, nestled between the resort towns … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Haiku Real Estate Maui Hawaii: Single Family Home :Jim Sanders Realty - 01/18/08 07:19 PM
85 Puuomaile Road - Maui Real EstateOnly 3 miles past Twin Falls in a very quiet area above the Hana Hwy. Enjoy all the amenities of an Ag parcel without having to maintain such a large property. No CC&R's!!! Build your main home while you live in the custom 1,000 sqft … (0 comments)
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hawaii: 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: Low Travel Budget This Year Meaning No Turquoise Water & Sandy Beach? - 01/17/08 09:46 PM
Well as you belt tighten, sit a little closer to your nice warm bright wide screen monitor and double click Georgina Hunter's site in Hawaii. She commented on a blog advertisement and I learned her husband is from just over the Canadian New Brunswick border from Houlton Maine in a … (3 comments)
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hawaii: West Maui, Hawaii: Things to do :West Maui Real Estate Specialist - 01/17/08 07:06 PM
Things to do while in West Maui:
Historic Lahaina Walking Tour - There are 31 official sites in Lahaina Town that comprise the historic tour created by The Lahaina Restoration Foundation and County of Maui Historic Commission. Atlantis Adventures - This submarine ride is a must!Banyan Tree Park - This tree is … (1 comments)
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hawaii: Great Oceanfront Value! Kihei Real Estate, Maui Hawaii REDUCED PRICE - 01/16/08 01:41 PM
Kihei Real Estate, Maui
PRESENT ALL OFFERS! Million dollar views of windsurfers out front with Maalea Bay and the West Maui Mountains in the background--from both the Kitchen/Living area AND the bedroom! Totally furnished, in great rental program (Resort Quest), and recently remodeled with mirrored and Koa walls, new kitchen cabinets/counters/sink, new … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Doing the Same Thing and Expecting Different Results - 01/16/08 08:49 AM
I see many new agents come and go in our industry. As the market changed in the last two years many inexperienced and weak agents began to find themselves lost. On Oahu our market is much stronger than most in the country, yet we have seen a decrease in the number … (68 comments)
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hawaii: 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: Sales for - Kanaloa at Keauhou - and new listings as of 1/15/2008 - 01/15/08 07:21 PM
2008 seems to starting off as good as 2007 finished!!! Aloha Kona Realty sold 2 more properties in Kanaloa in the last 2 months of 2007, we've had more closings in there - than almost all the other agency's combined.
We have a new listing coming up at Kanaloa - 2304 … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Wahiawa & Whitmore Village - December 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity Year End Report - 01/15/08 02:51 PM
Single Family homes sales in Wahiawa/ Whitmore have shown increases. Average sales prices of single family homes are up over 9%, year to date from over the 2006 levels. Sales volume was within one sale of the 2006 levels. It still appears to be a nice balanced market for both buyers … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Salt Lake, Hawaii Area - December 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity – A Year End Report - 01/15/08 02:16 PM
Salt Lake Area (tax map key 111, includes Moanalua, Aliamanu, Mapunapuna and Airport Area)
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are only the totals and average sale prices.
Single Family homes sales have softened. Average sales price of single family homes have continued to climb, while sales volume … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Kaanapali Hillside Luxury Home: Real Estate in Maui, Hawaii - 01/15/08 02:14 PM
Maui Real Estate: Kaanapali Hillside Luxury Home
This highly desirable Maui home is located on a corner location on Kaanapali Hillside. Beautiful views of West Maui mountains, pacific ocean and sunsets can be seen from many angles. Home is complemented with a large patio and yard area. This is a great buy … (0 comments)
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hawaii: SUMMIT AT KAANAPALI, PH. II - READY TO BUILD HOME SITE, Maui Hawaii - 01/15/08 02:08 PM
Ready to build home site, on private drive in cul-de-sac location, boasting fabulous ocean and mountain views!
Kaanapali Real Estate: Land to Build on Maui
This lot is being offered with architectural plans that are in the final review process with the Golf Estates New Construction Committee; awaiting full approval shortly. A $5,000 … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Ocean Pointe Real Estate Sales Activity for December 2007 – Year End Report - 01/15/08 01:27 PM
Ocean Pointe a planned community in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 191). The following report reflects resale's of homes that were reported through the MLS system. New homes sales are not part of this report.
Single Family homes: Year to date sales prices of single family homes … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Military Relocations to Hawaii - 01/15/08 11:24 AM
You are in the Military; you have your orders and will be relocating to Hawaii. What are some of the things you may want to know about moving to Hawaii?
Housing is quite expensive here.
Fortunately you will receive a higher BAH than you probably are used to getting. Here is a … (2 comments)
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hawaii: 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: Hawaii "Big Island" Home Sales - 01/14/08 01:57 AM
Just by way of comparison with the earlier report on the home market on Kauai, Sales on the Big Island of Hawaii show a very different trend. Sales of single-family homes there fell 20 percent and prices are off 6 percent. Condos show a similar trend with sales off 31 percent … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Kauai Real Estate Market - 01/14/08 01:42 AM
Some pretty interesting stuff going on in the real estate market here in Hawaii. There are some indications that off island money is starting to come into the market in increasing amounts as evidenced by some recent advances in prices. Kauai is noteworthy in this regard as condo prices there are up … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Mililani, Hawaii - Real Estate Sales Activity for December 2007 (A Year End Report) - 01/12/08 09:16 PM
This Mililani sales report covers zip code 96789 which covers both the Mililani Area (which includes Mililani Town, Launani Valley) and Mililani Mauka.
Mililani real estate is still moving strong. We are still seeing good real estate activity in the Mililani area. With low interest rates and some selection in the … (0 comments)
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hawaii: My Bucket List: Things I'd Like to Do Before I Kick the Bucket - 01/12/08 08:28 PM
Written by:Darleen McCullen, REALTOR®, BrokerKeller Williams RealtyPhone: 919.454.8864Email: darleen@darleenmc.com Earlier in the week, I watched The Early Show where actor Morgan Freeman talked about the movie "The Bucket List" - which well, is about things the main characters (played by Jack Nicholson and Freeman), would like to do before they kick the bucket.It's strange, … (7 comments)
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hawaii: December 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity for Las Brisas in Ewa Gentry - 01/12/08 04:46 PM
Las Brisas is a development within the planned community of Ewa Gentry in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 191).
Single Family homes: Sales activity in Las Brisas has continued to be softer than 2006. There is a lot of new home construction in the area competing with … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Village Park - Real Estate Sales Activity for December 2007 - 01/12/08 04:29 PM
Village Park is a community in Waipahu, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 194).
Single family home sales volume is down from 2006, while average sale prices remain consistent with that period. With inventory levels reasonably low and interest rates back down, there may be some pressure for prices to … (3 comments)
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hawaii: Custom East Maui Home in a lush Tropical Setting: Haiku, Hawaii - 01/11/08 11:08 PM
Haiku Real Estate: 690 E Kuiaha Road This wonderful custom home in East Maui offers private panoramic views amidst a lush tropical setting. Situated on 1.4 acres of land, this 1 bed / 2 bath single family home in Haiku is filled with exquisite furnishings surrounded by a variety of tropical … (0 comments)
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hawaii: South Maui Home: Kihei Real Estate, Ke Alii Kai - 01/11/08 11:04 PM
Kihei Real Estate: 235 Kulipuu St. With beautiful views of the West Maui Mountains, this exquisite 3bed/3bath South Maui home in Kihei has beauty, comfort, and convenience in one great package. Located on a corner lot in the highly desirable Ke Alii Kai subdivision, this immaculately kept South Maui home is … (0 comments)
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hawaii: New Year, New Featured Maui Homes - 01/11/08 11:00 PM
A beautiful new oceanview Paia Home, quiet Kihei property, and exquisite custom Haiku home Ring in the new year with a new oceanview Paia Home, quiet Kihei property, or exquisite custom Haiku home!
Paia Real Estate: 8 Kaiea Place
Take in gorgeous ocean views in this wonderfully new 4 bed, 2.5 … (0 comments)
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hawaii: December 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity for Montecito/ Tuscany in Ewa Gentry - 01/11/08 09:46 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 are very attractive for first time home buyers … (4 comments)
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hawaii: Royal Kunia Real Estate Sales Activity – December 2007 - 01/11/08 09:35 PM
Royal Kunia is a planned community in Waipahu, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 194).
Single Family homes average prices have softened. Sales volume of single family homes has shown some slippage year to date from the 2006 levels. Average sales prices year to date are within 2% of the … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Westloch - Real Estate Sales Activity for December 2007 - 01/11/08 08:18 PM
This Westloch sales report covers both Westloch Estates and Westloch Fairway (part of zip code of 96706) have seen a flattening of the market when comparing with 2006 numbers. Sales volume has stayed steady with last year, while average sale prices have slipped slightly.
Interest rates have gone down a little along … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Oahu (Honolulu County) - Sales of Existing Homes & Condominiums for December 2007 - 01/11/08 08:01 PM
Single Family Home Sales began to slow the end of the year. Sales volume is down from the same period last year, while the median prices have stabilized.
Condominium Sales had a drop in volume while the median price saw a small increase from the previous month.
With interest rates lowering, both … (0 comments)
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hawaii: State of Hawaii – December 2007, State Wide Resale Home Sales - 01/11/08 07:37 PM
Single Family Home Sales have shown decreases in volume for the month of September compared to the same month in 2006 in all of the counties. Median prices of homes had slight decreases of less than 1% compared to the same time in 2006, with the exception of Maui which showed … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Ok - the best DEAL in Kona - just got better 2/2 HOME in Kailua $349,000 - 01/11/08 07:30 PM
You may have seen this one previously - but it just got better !!!Great Location, - needs cosmetic remodeling, but nothing major, complete repaint and flooring, kitchen cabinets, and appliances (small home - so not much money in cabinets) 2,000 feet from the ocean!!!And an Elementry School right around the corner … (0 comments)
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hawaii: 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: Bureau of Conveyances to Automate - 01/11/08 02:30 PM
It appears that we may get our Hawaii State Bureau of Conveyances to move into the modern era as they are planning to convert to an on-line records system. This will allow owners to opt out of a manual process beset with bureaucratic logjams of the first order. This may also help … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Happy New Year! Maui Events at the MACC - 01/10/08 03:39 PM
Happy New Year!!! Here are some great ideas for fun ways to kick off the new year at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center:
January 4th: Cyndi Lauper! (Go with 'girls who want to have fun'!) January 10th: Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen (I haven't seen them since … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Big Brothers Big Sisters Gingerbread Event: Maui, Hawaii - 01/10/08 10:12 AM
Special Announcement Whalers Realty, Inc. was a proud sponsor of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Gingerbread Event held on Saturday December 15th at the Sheraton, Maui. The annual event allows children in the program to spend the day creating castles from confections which are then displayed in the hotel over … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Kauai Sunshine Market Schedule ~ Farmer's Market - 01/09/08 07:26 PM
Kauai Sunshine Market Schedule ~ aka Farmer's Market
Come to Kauai and follow the Sunshine Market across the island ~ great food, great fun, and great local items.
ENJOY!!!
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hawaii: Custom Beachfront Home in Makena - 01/08/08 12:02 PM
Elegant, custom beachfront home in Makena Tropical pool and jacuzzi, outside bar. This 3 bedroom/3 bath home has been appointed with every detail. Breathtaking views, impeccable design elements, wine cellar, state of the art kitchen and sound systems, cherry wood cabinets throughout, marble countertops, travertine floors, Wolf & Subzero appliances, Mahogany … (2 comments)
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hawaii: 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: Dreaming of Tropical Climes? 3 Acres of Paradise Can Be Yours! - 01/05/08 07:19 PM
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hawaii: Incredible Value on PAVED Hapuu Road! Nanawale Estates in The Big Island Of Hawaii's Puna District! - 01/05/08 05:39 PM
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hawaii: Amazing Value in Ainaloa! Hibiscus Drive, 4 lots from Paved Ainaloa Blvd! - 01/05/08 05:33 PM
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hawaii: Those pesky termites - 01/04/08 09:22 PM
I am in awe of the insect world. In my past life in Kansas, termites, termite inspections and the occasional termite repair were transactional inconveniences which were most commonly a call to the seller with the bad news. A mud run on the foundation or an infested fence post near the … (1 comments)
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hawaii: Tax Legislation Kicking In in 2008 - 01/04/08 03:15 PM
There are a couple of new laws taking affect this year in Hawaii that we all need to know about. Our legislature passed two tax cut laws last year that will grant a tax credit up to $160.to our low end wage earners The state will try again to regulate health insurance rates. I … (6 comments)
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hawaii: St Petersburg and Honolulu are connected by softball - 01/03/08 10:29 PM
On December 21, 2007, there was a softball game at Hans L'Orange Field in Waipahu, Oahu, Hawaii. The score was 14-2. Friends were made. Nightmares were put to rest. This historic softball game was between the Kids & Kubs team from St. Petersburg, Florida and the Over The Rainbows team from … (11 comments)
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hawaii: 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: Hawaii Hotel Room Occupancy Drops - 12/31/07 09:16 PM
Our hotel room occupancy in December was approximately 9 per-cent lower than in December 06. As of last week our occupancy was just over 60 per-cent. This is not good. Kauai increased their occupancy rate to 56.6%, just behind Oahu and Maui dropped 8.7% to come in just a little higher … (2 comments)
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hawaii: 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: 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: How I Made It Into The Top 4% of Hawaii Real Estate Agents - 12/30/07 12:05 AM
By: David Kucic, RACRS, GRI, ABR, e-PRO, AHWDFirst Sergeant, USA (Ret)Tropic Lightning Real Estate
This is my recipe for success:
ITEM NUMBER 1
Start with the greatest wife on the planet. She has been by my side for 20 years of my 22 year military career. Prior to that time, she spent her life as … (8 comments)
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hawaii: Maili Real Estate Sales Activity for November 2007 - 12/29/07 05:03 PM
Maili, Hawaii is located on the Leeward (west) side of Oahu. (tax map key 187).
Maili Single family homes sales volume has been down from the 2006 levels, year to date. In November we saw an increase of activity over the same period in 2006. The average sales prices were the reverse. … (4 comments)
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hawaii: Mortgage Rates - 12/29/07 01:07 AM
Mortgage rates trended upwards again at the largest banks in Hawaii. After dropping below 5.75% last week, we saw rates offered at 5.875 percent and 1.5 -1.625 points on a thirty year fixed rate loan. American Savings Bank and Central Pacific Home loans both offered a six percent rate with 1.75 points. This followed … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Identity Theft - 12/28/07 02:08 PM
It appears as though the government, particularly here in Hawaii, has a lot to do with protecting our identity. I had mostly thought it to be a personal problem, but a report issued by Hawaii's Identiy Theft Task Force identifies a ton of things the city and state government can do to … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Home Prices Down for TEN Months - 12/27/07 02:24 PM
Home prices continue to drop in the good old USA for ten months now. The latest drop of 6.7% was the largest drop since April of 1991. This is discouraging consumer spending, and we might soon see it impacting our tourist industry here in Hawaii. I guess this could impact our home sales … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Makakilo, Hawaii: 2 BR, 2 BA Condo for Rent/The Second City of Kapolei - 12/27/07 01:53 PM
By: David Kucic, RACRS, GRI, ABR, e-PRO, AHWDTropic Lightning Real Estate, Oahu, HawaiiMilitary Relocation Experts and VA Specialists
Your Hawaii Military Relocation Team continues to take care of Soldiers and their families as we have always done.
With the recent departure of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team (Stryker Brigade) of the 25th ID … (0 comments)
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hawaii: 3 Br, 2 Full Bathroom Condo For Rent in Mililani, Hawaii/Minutes to Schofield Barracks - 12/27/07 01:48 PM
By: David Kucic, RACRS, GRI, ABR, e-PRO, AHWDTropic Lightning Real Estate, Oahu, HawaiiMilitary Relocation Experts and VA Specialists
Your Hawaii Military Relocation Team continues to take care of Soldiers and their families as we have always done.
With the recent departure of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team (Stryker Brigade) of the 25th ID … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Mililani, Hawaii 2 BR Condo For Rent/Minutes from Schofield Barracks and Wheeler AAF - 12/27/07 01:33 PM
By: David Kucic, RACRS, GRI, ABR, e-PRO, AHWDTropic Lightning Real Estate, Oahu, HawaiiMilitary Relocation Experts and VA Specialists
Your Hawaii Military Relocation Team continues to take care of Soldiers and their families as we have always done.
With the recent departure of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team (Stryker Brigade) of the 25th ID … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Mysterious Tropical Fruits revealed - 12/27/07 02:36 AM
Just in case anyone was wondering, "what's a rambutan", wonder no more...
I have pictures of some of those exotic sounding fruits that we encounter when submitting comments. So here for your enjoyment are some tropical delicacies:
On the right you see papayas in the back row, and mangos and starfruits in the … (24 comments)
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hawaii: Golfing in Hawaii: Kapalua, Maui, Waialae, Oahu and Poipu Bay, Kauai - 12/27/07 01:47 AM
By: David Kucic, RACRS, GRI, ABR, e-PRO, AHWDFirst Sergeant, USA (Ret)Tropic Lightning Real Estate, Oahu, Hawaii
PGA Golf Hawaii: the Plantation Course at Kapalua, Maui and Waialae CC Honolulu, Oahu
The beginning of the 2008 PGA golf season is approaching within the next week when the Mercedes Benz Championship is played at the … (8 comments)
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hawaii: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to All! - 12/24/07 04:34 PM
Best wishes from the Ultimate Hawaii Guide, featuring a complete condominium guide for Maui, plus information on beaches, and more! We look forward to expanding and much more to the guide in 2008, including more tools for Real Estate Professionals, and more information about Vacation Rentals on Maui. http://www.ultimatehawaiiguide.com
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hawaii: Princeville Condo Update for the week of December 16th to 22nd - 12/24/07 03:17 PM
Happy Holidays to all of you! MELE KALIKIMAKA ( pronounced like may lay caw lee key maw caw.) Now don't hold me to this pronunciation as I am but a realtor and not a Hawaiian language expert - but at least you get the general idea. Rain rain go away was … (5 comments)
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hawaii: Pukalani Superette - Pukalani Maui Hi 96768 - 12/24/07 03:37 AM
Pukalani Superette is a great little store in upcountry Maui. It's on Makawao Avenue, at the intersection with the old Haleakala Highway. Locals know where it is. If you can't find what you're looking for in this grocery store, you better head down the road to the Pukalani Terrace Center.This store has … (8 comments)
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hawaii: Government Spending in HAWAII is Outta Control!!! - 12/23/07 12:19 PM
In the aggregate, the people of Hawaii had income of $34.6B in 2006. Government is the biggest employer in Hawaii. From us the government took enough revenue to pay $12B in wages, salaries and benefits to our bureaucrats. WOW! If we are going to shell out more than a third of our … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Kailua Real Estate Sales Activity for November 2007 - 12/22/07 06:23 PM
The Kailua communities (zip code of 96734 and some connecting neighborhoods) have seen changes in the real estate market.
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are only the totals and average sale prices.
Single Family homes sales: The month of November saw strong average sales prices. Year to … (6 comments)
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hawaii: November 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity in the Makaha, Hawaii - 12/22/07 05:42 PM
Makaha, Hawaii is located on the Leeward (west) side of Oahu. (tax map key 184).
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are only the totals and averages.
Here are number of single family homes sold in Makaha:
Single Family homes: Sales activity in Makaha has continued to be softer … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Pearl City Region Real Estate Sales Activity for November 2007 - 12/22/07 05:23 PM
This report covers areas including: Halawa, Foster Gardens, Aiea, Aiea Heights, Waimalu, New Town, Royal Summit, Pearl City, and Pacific Palisades.
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are only the totals and average sale prices.
Single Family homes sales have softened. Average sales price of single family homes … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Real Estate Sales Activity for the North Shore of Oahu – November 2007 - 12/22/07 04:50 PM
The North Shore of Oahu includes communities from Kaena Point to Laie (Mokuleia, Waialua, Haleiwa, Kawailao, Waimea, Pupukea, Sunset, Velzy, Kahuku, Malaekahana, Laie. (tax map key 155 to 169).
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are only the totals and average sale prices.
Single Family homes sales have … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Salt Lake, Hawaii Area - November 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity - 12/22/07 04:04 PM
Salt Lake Area (tax map key 111, includes Moanalua, Aliamanu, Mapunapuna and Airport Area)
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are only the totals and average sale prices.
Single Family homes sales have softened. Average sales price of single family homes have continued to climb, while a little … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Was 2007 Fun? It Was For Me. - 12/21/07 02:27 PM
As I get to the end of 2007 I felt I needed to reflect on this past year and get ready to hit the ground hard for 2008.
For 2007 it was a year with some highs and some lows. I will be finishing the year below the aggressive goals I set … (24 comments)
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hawaii: Customizable Maui Condo Guide for Real Estate Professionals! - 12/21/07 04:51 AM
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Your own self-branded version of the Ultimate Guide to Maui Condominiums section from the Ultimate Hawaii Guide. Completely ad-free, you can add your name, photo, logo image, location and … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Incredible opportunity! 5 side by side one acre lots in East Hawaii's desirable Leilani Estates! - 12/19/07 09:01 PM
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hawaii: IF $$$ WERE NO OBJECT.... my dream green home on MAUI - 12/19/07 04:53 AM
Who's Brad Pitt?The other night Larry King was interviewing Brad Pitt and I turned on the TV and said, "we have to watch this program with Brad Pitt in New Orleans." My dad said "who's Brad Pitt?" I explained to him that Brad Pitt was the actor in the Jesse James … (31 comments)
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hawaii: Not All Sellers Are Motivated - 12/19/07 12:33 AM
Earlier today I presented an offer for one of my buyers on a condo just outside of our planned community.
After pulling the comparable sales in that complex and a couple of neighboring properties of the same construction we determined the asking price was higher than what it should appraise for. My … (35 comments)
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hawaii: 3 Acres of Fertile Land on the Big Island of Hawaii! What Could You Do With All This Lovely Land? - 12/18/07 02:25 PM
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hawaii: Great Value! 3 Acres in Wonderful Orchid Land Estates on the Big Island of Hawaii! - 12/18/07 02:22 PM
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hawaii: Fantastic Value On The Tropical Big Island of Hawaii! A Lush Home Site More Affordable Than A New Car! - 12/18/07 02:20 PM
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hawaii: Awesome value on Hawaii Road in Nanawale Estates on the Big Island of Hawaii! This lush land could be yours! - 12/18/07 02:18 PM
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hawaii: 3 Beautiful Acres On the Big Island of Hawaii in East Hawaiis Desirable Orchid Land Estates! - 12/18/07 02:16 PM
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hawaii: "Mele Kalikimaka me ka Hau'oli Makahiki Hou!" (Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Hawaii!) - 12/17/07 07:24 PM
Aloha all! Thought I'd share with you a piece I wrote for getting the word out about Christmas in Hawaii! Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say On a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day That's the island greeting that we send to you From the land where palm trees sway Here we … (1 comments)
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hawaii: Practicing or Performing Real Estate - 12/17/07 04:21 PM
I just read a blog post by Scott Daniels titled: You have to have the right tools in order to practice Real Estate.
He shared a story about a real estate agent who was trying to practice real estate without the proper tools. Besides noting how poorly their clients were probably … (32 comments)
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hawaii: FREE Hawaii Condominium Resource for Real Estate Professionals and Buyers! - 12/16/07 04:50 PM
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hawaii: Mele Kalikimaka! - 12/16/07 04:25 PM
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hawaii: the old Kahului Shopping Center - 12/16/07 03:05 AM
Alexander & Baldwin's plan for redeveloping the old Kahului Shopping Center on Maui includes a novel plan for dividing the project into condominiums. Its subsidiary, A&B Properties, has proposed using a nested condominium approach for the mixed-use Kahului Town Center. Nested condominiums have been used on the Mainland in large, … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Tropic Lightning Real Estate: Oahu, Hawaii - 12/16/07 12:48 AM
By: David Kucic RACRS, GRI, ABR, e-PRO, AHWDFirst Sergeant, USA (Ret)Tropic Lightning Real Estate, Oahu, Hawaii
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii is home to the 25th Infantry Division. The nickname of the Divsion is the "Tropic Lightning Division."
This was the inspiration for the name Tropic Lightning Real Estate.
The real estate agents of Tropic Lightning … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Hauula, Hawaii – November 2007 - 12/15/07 11:55 PM
Hauula (tax map keys 153 thru 154)
Single family homes have really slowed down dramatically. There is still more than 2 years worth of inventory in Hauula. It is still a buyer's market in Hauula.
Current Active for Sale (December 15, 2007):
29 Single Family HomesCurrently in Escrow (December 15, 2007):
2 Single … (0 comments)
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