mililani: Premium Service Listings – Would You Pay More? - 05/22/07 07:38 AM
Have heard of Full Service and Limited Service Listings. Have you heard of Premium Service Listings?
In our industry there seems to be a lot of companies and agents focused on dropping prices and lowering services. Limited listings, flat fees and for sale by owner listings are among some of the business … (39 comments)
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mililani: There are No Short Cuts to Becoming a Real Estate Professional - 05/20/07 01:24 PM
I have run into many inexperienced people in our industry from all facets of the business. I see a common problem in an overwhelming percentage of them. Very few are prepared to do what it takes to learn their craft.
The fact is that most newbie's take short cuts. They are … (67 comments)
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mililani: Disaster Shelters; Is Your Community Prepared? - 05/20/07 04:53 AM
I spent a few hours this morning at a Red Cross drill. It was a simulation of the opening and operation of an area disaster shelter. The simulated event was a tropical storm that was gheading towards us and expected to be upgraded to a hurricane. It was held at … (11 comments)
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mililani: There Are More Amateur Real Estate Experts Than Ever Before - 05/18/07 09:20 AM
When someone is buying or selling their home the most natural thing in the world is to discuss the transaction with their friends and family. They look for positive reinforcement that they are doing the right thing. This is how it has always been.
What seems different these days is that … (167 comments)
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mililani: Open House Story - Sore Foot and Tetanus Shot - 05/17/07 12:11 PM
In Hawaii the custom is to remove your shoes before entering a home. You can probably guess where this one is going.
We had our monthly regional Realtors meeting where we pitched our newest and best listings and then headed out to preview several in the featured area which was Mililani. I … (17 comments)
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mililani: Embracing CHANGE.....Is the Key to Being a Successful Realtor - 05/15/07 03:41 PM
CHANGE.
If I do not have the ability to change MYSELF and my thinking then how will I have the ability to work with a constantly changing market?
My being a successful REALTOR® lies not only in acquiring and continuing to acquire more experience and knowldege in the Real Estate Industry (as … (22 comments)
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mililani: Come View Paradise.... - 05/15/07 02:11 PM
Aloha! As a long time Mililani and Waipio Gentry resident on the island of Oahu, I would like to share a little information as well as a virtual tour from my own personal collection of pictures with all of you.
Hawaii became our 50th State on August 21, 1959 and was also … (14 comments)
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mililani: Value vs. Price - 05/15/07 01:48 PM
I have always believed that there are two ways to go about selling a service. Sell the service or sell the price. There is a market for both.
I had a great mentor many years ago that taught me one lesson that I live by today. You can not win on … (34 comments)
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mililani: A New Loan Officer, You Should Be Scared - 05/14/07 01:38 PM
I was handed a business card yesterday from someone I knew. She said this is my new business with a big smile on her face.
She was a loan officer, with an out of state lender. Oh Boy! (I am being a wise guy here)
Me: I asked why didn't you go with … (45 comments)
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mililani: DOING THE RIGHT THING FOR ME! - 05/14/07 11:53 AM
I was called by a news reporter this morning and immediately I said no! I do not want to answer questions!
He said he got my name off Active Rain (and calling all the way to Hawaii mind you). At least he wasn't one of those pushy obnoxious types. He said he … (35 comments)
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mililani: No Mother's Day Open House - 05/13/07 10:40 PM
I made a business decision not hold any open houses on Mother's Day. I am sure my wife would not have appreciated it. I do not think my clients would have been too excited unless the homes were vacant, which none of my current listings are. More importantly I didn't … (11 comments)
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mililani: Stop Focusing on Other Agents Commissions, Worry About Yours - 05/13/07 04:25 PM
I have read many discussions about commissions. Many focusing on what other companies or agents are charging. Some were interesting and some well lets just say maybe missing the real point.
Let me start by saying I have a personal policy. I will not comment on a blog post that mentions a … (18 comments)
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mililani: Oahu - Sales of Existing Homes & Condominiums for April 2007 - 05/12/07 03:04 AM
April 2007 Numbers are in. Single family home sales are up in both number of units and median price.
Condominium sales saw a dip in the number of units sold, but prices have shown a strong increase over April 2006.
With interest rates remaining low and a nice selection of inventory, … (0 comments)
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mililani: Lead Generation Services? - Save Your Money! - 05/10/07 09:35 PM
I got another one of those calls this morning. I am tired of these folks. For $300 a month a company I have never heard of will allow me to by a zip code. Any of you own a zip code? That sounds like a heck of a deal. Well not … (148 comments)
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mililani: Hawaii Military Real Estate Agent and the Local Military Community - 05/09/07 12:50 AM
By: David Kucic RA, ABR, AHWD, e-PRO, GRIFirst Sergeant, USA (Retired)Tropic Lightning Real Estate, Oahu, Hawaii
The Army has officially announced the next round of troop deployments for this coming fall. It comes as no surprise to most service members as they have been training for and anticipating this deployment.
The brave men … (1 comments)
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mililani: Mililani Single Family Home For Sale - 05/08/07 03:08 AM
A great buy in the planned community of Mililani. This well maintained home is one of the best buys in Central Oahu.
Click here for a virtual tour: http://www.realestateshows.com/161346
Property Features:
3 bed/ 2 bathNew kitchen cabinets and Corian ® counter topsLarge clean yardSingle story homeLarge carport and drivewayQuiet residential neighborhood, close to parksMove … (7 comments)
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mililani: HAWAII REAL ESTATE, MILILANI CONDOS "HAVENS OF THE VISTAS, RIDGECREST AND CATHEDRAL POINT" - 05/08/07 01:24 AM
SALES STATISTICS FOR CONDOMINIUMS AT EVERGREEN TERRACE CONDOMINIUMS, MILILANI, HAWAII; WAIKALANI WOODLANDS IN LAUNANI VALLEY MILILANI, HAWAII; NORTHBROOK IN LAUNANI VALLEY MILILANI, HAWAII, TERRACES AT LAUNANI VALLEY, MILILANI, HAWAII AND VALLEYVIEW LAUNANI VALLEY, MILILANI HAWAII. THESE STATISTICS ARE FROM THE TIME PERIOD NOV 2006-MAY 7, 2007.
BY: DAVID KUCIC, HAWAII REAL ESTATE … (2 comments)
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mililani: HAWAII REAL ESTATE STATISTICS FOR MILILANI, HAWAII CONDOMINIUMS - 05/07/07 12:16 PM
SALES STATISTICS FOR CONDOMINIUMS AT EVERGREEN TERRACE CONDOMINIUMS, MILILANI, HAWAII; WAIKALANI WOODLANDS IN LAUNANI VALLEY MILILANI, HAWAII; NORTHBROOK IN LAUNANI VALLEY MILILANI, HAWAII, TERRACES AT LAUNANI VALLEY, MILILANI, HAWAII AND VALLEYVIEW LAUNANI VALLEY, MILILANI HAWAII. THESE STATISTICS ARE FROM THE TIME PERIOD NOV 2006-MAY 7, 2007.
BY: DAVID KUCIC, HAWAII REAL ESTATE … (0 comments)
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mililani: REAL ESTATE SALES STATISTICS FOR MILILANI TOWN AND MILILANI MAUKA, OAHU, HAWAII - 05/02/07 04:50 PM
THE FOLLOWING STATISTICS ARE FOR THE PERIOD OF NOVEMBER 2006 THRU MAY 2, 2007AND PERTAIN ONLY TO SINGLE FAMILY HOMES.
BY: David Kucic, Hawaii Real Estate Agent
Search For homes on Hawaii Home Search Link
Search For Homes on Oahu Hawaii MLS
Hawaii Real Estate Agent Website
Find a Hawaii Real Estate Agent on Oahu, … (0 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate-Code of Ethics for Buyers and Sellers? - 05/01/07 02:58 PM
Realtors follow a strict Code of Ethics. Why not Buyer's and Seller's?
What would you add to the following if there were a Buyer/Seller Code of Ethics in progress?
Real Estate Code of Ethics for the Buyer and Seller
1) I … (49 comments)
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mililani: ALOHA AINA (Love of the Land in Hawaiian) - 04/28/07 02:31 PM
The ancient native Hawaiians were environmentalist in the truest form. They did not protest or lobby congress. No driving fuel efficient cars to make a statement or National forest to prevent people from clear cutting.
The Native Hawaiian understood that they needed to preserve their natural resources. They lived their daily lives … (26 comments)
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mililani: How Can We Create Pet Friendly Rentals? - 04/24/07 12:42 AM
This was an interesting conversation today at a meeting of Realtor leadership. I found this to be an interesting topic of conversation. It was started because of my Active Rain / Localism blog posts listing pet friendly buildings in some of our communities. Believe it or not people actually read … (49 comments)
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mililani: Mililani - Q1 2007 Real Estate Sales Activity of Existing Homes - 04/22/07 05:03 PM
The Mililani real estate market has slowed some from the past few years, but it is still moving and showing price increases in most sectors. Interest rates are still low and there is a good selection of inventory. It is still a good time to buy or sell in this … (2 comments)
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mililani: State of Hawaii - Sales of Existing Homes & Condominiums - 04/22/07 02:03 PM
This first quarter statewide numbers are in. The numbers of units sold are down from the Q1 2006 numbers, with the exception of Maui single family homes.
Median Sales Prices have held on average. Some areas and types of inventory of gone down some while other areas have continued to show some … (2 comments)
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mililani: Getting Real Estate Designations - 04/21/07 11:26 PM
After getting back in the real estate industry I decided that education would be an important part of my business plan. I started by attended several orientation type classes through the Board of Realtors. I soon after I began the quest to gain the GRI designation. I chose this one first … (51 comments)
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mililani: Overpricing is a Terrible Practice by Some Agents to Steal Listings? - 04/20/07 04:52 AM
There is type of agent that pops up every now and then, who makes us all look bad. They cost the seller's time and money and they cost quality agents a listing every now and then.
It just happened to me and Lielane Peralta, who is a new agent in our office, … (83 comments)
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mililani: Terms used in listings-Please contribute to this list! - 04/18/07 08:45 PM
Amidst all the turmoil and smut happening here in the United States, in all 50 States and all over the world, I wanted to take the time to make light of things and see what I could come up with.
I went through our MLS and got some terms from the listings … (64 comments)
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mililani: Doing Business Better Thanks to Active Rain - 04/14/07 04:29 PM
I was commenting on a blog post from Margaret Rome this morning: Active Rain Hits Over 15000 Real Estate Agents Today!! What an accomplishment.
John Novak - Las Vegas and Henderson, NV added a comment that a big part of the success is the mix of occupations on Active Rain. His comment … (34 comments)
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mililani: Mililani Garden Homes 1, Unit 213 - Large Townhouse - 04/11/07 02:13 AM
95-312 Kahikinui Ct., Unit 213, Mililani, HI 96789 - NOW IN CONTRACT
Just Listed! Large Mililani Townhouse $399,900
FIRST SHOWING AND FIRST OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY 4/15/06 2PM TO 5PM
Mililani Garden Homes 1, Unit 213
Virtual Tour
Fenced in YardNew 50 year roof2 blocks to Mililani Shopping Center & The Town Center of MililaniBacks up … (11 comments)
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mililani: Active Rain Top Dog! An Interview with Tony Marriott - 04/11/07 01:08 AM
This interview has been a couple of weeks in the works. I decided to interview Tony Marriott for a few reasons.
He has the highest point total on Active Rain and I am sure many would like to know his secretHe is an extremely successful REALTOR®He is one of the few Active … (79 comments)
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mililani: Kaneohe Pet Friendly Buildings - 04/09/07 02:03 AM
Below is a list of condos and townhouses in the Kapolei area that are pet friendly.
This is an important question for families with pets. Also if you are relocating to Hawaii, this issue of animal quarantine comes up. If you are relocating to Hawaii do your self and your pet a … (2 comments)
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mililani: Ewa Beach Pet Friendly Buildings - 04/09/07 01:52 AM
Below is a list of condos and townhouses in the Ewa Beach area that are pet friendly.
This is an important question for families with pets. Also if you are relocating to Hawaii, this issue of animal quarantine comes up. If you are relocating to Hawaii do your self and your pet … (2 comments)
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mililani: Your Home is Over Priced and Under Marketed - 04/08/07 03:19 PM
Why do so many listing have camera phone shots?
It is not rocket science, but there is a science to selling homes.
Yesterday I looked up two different properties for two different potential clients; one a potential listing and one a potential sale. In the end I came up with the similar … (17 comments)
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mililani: Mililani Townhouse Sales are on Fire! - 04/06/07 09:00 PM
My Listing: Laulea Townhouse Unit #406, Sold for $2000 over asking, closed escrow 10 days early!
Asking $395,000, sold for $397,000
95-221 Kipapa Dr.. - Mililani, HI 96789
Honolulu Board of Realtors - MLS No. 2520557
This home had multiple offers on the first day of showing. It went for $2000 more than asking in … (13 comments)
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mililani: Mililani is Pet Friendly - 04/06/07 08:51 PM
Below is a list of condos and townhouses in the Mililani area that are pet friendly. This is an important question for families with pets. Also if you are relocating to Hawaii, this issue of animal quarantine comes up. If you are relocating to Hawaii do your self and your pet … (7 comments)
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mililani: The Kamaaina Test - 04/05/07 01:07 PM
I commented yesterday on a blog written by fellow Century 21 agent, Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman. In her blog I mentioned a test to determine if you are a Kamaaina. For those from other parts of the country a Kamaaina is what we call locals in Hawaii. Just living here does … (30 comments)
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mililani: Is the Letter From the Lender any Good? - 04/03/07 01:11 PM
A regular topic in our business is the quality of pre-qual and pre-approval letters from lenders. This has been a serious issue in several of transactions. I have gotten to the point that a letter from certain lenders is worthless in my opinion; while others come from true professionals. I give … (67 comments)
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mililani: Balancing Venders - 04/01/07 05:20 PM
As I get more experience and more recognition in the industry, I get to meet many fine professionals that provide services that can be used by my clients and me. There are just so many of them.
I have developed a system for venders; that has worked fairly well so far. I … (30 comments)
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mililani: Why Would Anyone Want to Read About My Life? - I’ve Been MEME’d - 03/23/07 01:00 PM
While getting my Active Rain morning fix I received a message that I have been MEME'd by Neal Bloom, who is a really cool blogger. My dirty laundry? I have now been MEME'd
Well here is my life:
I am a husband and father of two boys, one in high school and one in … (27 comments)
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mililani: Hawaii is a Great Place - 03/22/07 03:45 PM
Here are a few facts about Hawaii that possibly only a few trivia buffs may know:
Hawaii is known as the Aloha State, because of the friendly people.Hawaii is the only state that has a palace and was a former kingdom with a royal family. The Iolani Palace is now a museum. … (14 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Hauula, Hawaii - 03/21/07 08:56 PM
Hauula (tax map keys 153 thru 154)
Single family homes sold have been consistent. Prices have steadily climbed. January single family home sales started the year a little bit slow, but the number in escrow is picking up and prices are not showing signs of dropping.
The below figures are only the totals … (4 comments)
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mililani: Taking on a New Agent - 03/16/07 01:30 PM
This week I am taking the first step to my eventual goal of building a team. One of my clients has gotten her Real Estate license and joined us. I sold a couple of properties through her and her husband and sold a couple of more through their referrals. I am … (19 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales In Mililani Seems to be Picking Up - 03/14/07 04:44 PM
In the last few weeks we have seen a surge in business in Mililani and the surrounding area.
Our office had two townhouses for sale. One was on the market for a little over a year and the other nearly 6 months. They were just sitting there with very little interest and then … (11 comments)
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mililani: Is Your Listing a Must See to Appreciate? - 03/14/07 09:38 AM
I showed a property this morning that was labeled by the listing agent as "Must See to Appreciate."
Now that is an interesting statement.
What did it mean? Would you like to guess?I will help you out. The listing gives you nothing to hang your hat on.No pictures to start with.The zoning was … (65 comments)
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mililani: Mililani Chess Kids are Still Flashing Their Stuff - 03/14/07 03:11 AM
I a previous blog I wrote about Mililani Middle Schools big win: Mililani Middle School Brings Home State Chess Title
There were also several other Mililani standouts at the State Scholastic Chess Championships who walked away with medals or trophies.
Robert Lau a homeschool student took the State High School Individual Title. Robert … (2 comments)
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mililani: Mililani Middle School Brings Home State Chess Title - 03/14/07 02:34 AM
On Saturday, March 10, 2007 at Windward Community College, the Mililani Middle School Blazers competed with the top scholastic chess teams in the state and won the State Middle School Title.
For the first time since the school opened Mililani Middle School will be the home of the perpetual trophy. Over the … (0 comments)
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mililani: Welcome to Schofield Barracks, Hawaii - 03/12/07 01:55 AM
By: 1SG (Ret) David and Tonya Kucic, Hawaii Real Estate Agents
25th Infantry Division
Schofield Barracks is located in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. More specifically, it is located in Central Oahu near the towns of Wahiawa and Mililani. Most major Army installations are referred to as "Forts" or "Posts" but … (6 comments)
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mililani: 100,000 Points on Active Rain and Just Getting My 2nd Wind - 03/07/07 12:52 AM
When I joined Active Rain a few months back I had no experience with blogging at all. I was not sure if I really wanted to get into this at the time. I was quite busy with business, family and community. I didn't have any idea how you get started … (108 comments)
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mililani: Laulea Townhouse Unit #406 - Mililani, Hawaii - 03/02/07 03:17 PM
SOLD FOR $397,000
$395,000 You can stop looking you have found it.
95-221 Kipapa Dr.. - Mililani, HI 96789Honolulu Board of Realtors - MLS No. 2520557This is a very nice, spacious townhouse that is strategically located in the planned community of Mililani, Hawaii. The owners are moving out this weekend and the new … (11 comments)
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mililani: To Disclose or Not to Disclose, That is Not the Question - 02/28/07 08:49 AM
I recently read a column in our Hawaii Association of Realtors newspaper talking about calls they receive on the legal hotline. The focus of the article was about whether you should disclose or not certain facts.
First let me disclose that I am not an attorney and as such will not give … (40 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Village Park - 02/23/07 09:42 PM
Village Park is a community in Waipahu, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 194).
Single family home prices have leveled off and even shown a slight softening in the last half of 2006
There are not enough sales of condos and townhouses in Royal Kunia to draw any scientific conclusions, but … (3 comments)
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mililani: Tenants Can Make Listings an Adventure - 02/23/07 06:30 PM
We have all been there. You compete and earn a listing for a piece of property. You are excited to start the marketing. There is one complication though, it is currently rented out.
I try not to get involved with listings that have tenants unless they are on month to month … (27 comments)
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mililani: Buyers Need a Good Real Estate Agent More than Ever - 02/22/07 05:24 PM
In today's world of internet and technology some buyers think they are ready to go it on their own. To the contrary they need us more than ever.
Back in 1982 when I first went to real estate school to get a license:
The purchase contract (DROA) in Hawaii was 1 page long. … (7 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Ewa Gentry - 02/22/07 03:07 PM
Ewa Gentry is a planned community in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 191).
Single family homes sales have leveled off in price and volume. Currently there is about 6 months worth of inventory.
Ewa Gentry condos and townhouses prices have also shown some flattening. Currently there is about … (1 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Ocean Pointe - 02/22/07 01:23 PM
Ocean Pointe a planned community in Ewa Beach, Hawaii (makes up part of tax map key 191).
Single family homes sales have continued to climb in price and volume. The second half of the year was a little stronger than the first half.
Ocean Pointe condos and townhouses prices have shown some flattening, … (1 comments)
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mililani: 12 Great Reasons to Buy a Home in Mililani, Hawaii - 02/20/07 03:07 AM
12 Reasons to live in the All-America City:
Mililani is a planned community with beautiful tree lined and landscaped roads.Six recreation centers and a seventh to open soon.Parks, ball fields, soccer fields, a skate park, dog park and roller hockey arena.More activities for children and families than any other community in the … (3 comments)
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mililani: Your Price is TOO HIGH! - 02/16/07 06:39 PM
While showing property the other day to one of my clients we say two almost identical homes.
Both properties were in above average condition. Both had some nice upgrades to them. Both were built by the same developer and were in the same neighborhood within a planned community and were the same … (40 comments)
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mililani: Mililani, Hawaii Directory of Schools - 02/16/07 01:23 PM
For your convenience here is a quick directory of the schools in our planned community of Mililani, Hawaii. To get better details and tests results for the public schools you can search them through the Hawaii Department of Education website: http://doe.k12.hi.us/index.html
For Hanalani School you can additional information from their website: http://www.hanalani.org/
A … (5 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Kaneohe, Hawaii - 02/13/07 03:40 AM
Kaneohe (tax map keys 144 thru 147)
Single family homes sold has slowed some, but prices have steadily climbed. January single family home sales started the year a little bit slow, while condos and townhouses were off to a good clip.
The below figures include both fee simple and leasehold properties. These are … (4 comments)
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mililani: Full Time Professionals vs. Part Time Hobbyist– Part 2 - 02/12/07 10:25 AM
I may have insulted a few folks with my previous blog: Full Time Professionals vs. Part Time Hobbyist or Limited Service Agents
For the benefit of those who were insulted we need to take a 2nd look at what I said and what they are doing. It is not a question of … (43 comments)
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mililani: Military Construction Budget for Hawaii May Triple - 02/12/07 04:26 AM
If President Bush's budget, that is currently before congress passes the military would spend $553 million on construction projects in Hawai'i next year..
The llist of projected construction items for Hawaii:
$99.9 million facility at Pearl Harbor to help submarines maintain their stealth.$16.5 million expansion to the Air Force's surveillance operations center at … (4 comments)
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mililani: Tad Does it Again by Winning Hawaii Pearl Open - 02/12/07 04:02 AM
Tadd Fujikawa a 5'1", 135 lb., 16 year old sophomore from Moanalua High School in Hawaii, wins the 29th annual Hawai'i Pearl Open by one shot over Greg Meyer.
Tadd recently became the youngest player in 50 years to make the cut at a PGA Tour event at the Sony Open … (1 comments)
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mililani: Kamehameha High School is New National Cheerleading Champions - 02/12/07 03:34 AM
Kamehameha earlier this year took second place at the State Championships behind Mililani High School (My son plays football at Mililani) . That did not deter them. They went on the Orlando Florida at Walt Disney World and won the National High School Cheerleading Championship yesterday.
The Kamehameha Warriors won the … (3 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in the Pearl City/ Aiea Areas - 02/10/07 08:22 PM
The Pearl City/ Aiea areas have had steady growth in sales prices for that last few years and steady sales. January started the year a little bit slow. Lower priced single family homes seemed to be the norm, while condos maintained their average price in January 2007.
The below figures include both … (6 comments)
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mililani: I Was Asked for My Autograph Today - 02/09/07 05:47 AM
This was the most amazing thing to happen to me in a long time. Today, I pulled up home and parked my car about 5:30pm. There were a group of about 8 or 10 of the neighborhood youngsters playing in front, ages ranging from about 4 years old to about 10. … (67 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in Honolulu County - 02/08/07 04:31 AM
The Honolulu real estate market showed a slowing of units sold in 2006, but average prices continued to show an increase over 2005. Median prices increased slightly more than averages prices.
Here are number of single family homes sold in Honolulu:
Today 1592 homes active for saleToday 498 homes in escrowJanuary 2007 … (2 comments)
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mililani: Full Time Professionals vs. Part Time Hobbyist or Limited Service Agents - 02/08/07 03:46 AM
I read a blog that stated it is about professionalism and not whether you are full-time, part-time or a discount broker. I feel the need to speak my mind.
Let's talk about professionalism for a moment. Professionalism is the product of hard work, training and dedication.
If it is about professionalism, tell me … (28 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in Waikele - 02/07/07 02:01 AM
The Waipio Gentry real estate market showed a slowing of condo and townhouse sales in 2006, while single family homes moved at almost the same pace as 2005.
Here are number of single family homes sold in Waikele (includes Renaissance):
Today 5 homes in escrowJanuary 2007 4 homes sold7/1/06 through 12/31/06: 30 … (6 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in Waipio Gentry - 02/07/07 01:18 AM
The Waipio Gentry real estate market slowed in 2006, and seems to be moving at a similar pace today.
Here are number of single family homes sold in Waipio Gentry (includes Crestview and Seaview):
Today 4 homes in escrowJanuary 2007 4 homes sold7/1/06 through 12/31/06: 16 homes sold
Previous periods:
1/1/06 through 6/30/06 19 … (1 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in Wahiawa - 02/07/07 12:39 AM
The Wahiawa real estate market slowed the 1st half of 2006, but seems to have rebounded in the 2nd half. With low interest rates and a little more inventory, buyers are coming out again to buy the home of their dreams.
Here are number of single family homes sold in Wahiawa (includes … (1 comments)
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mililani: Mililani HS Wins OIA Softball Title - 01/27/07 11:14 PM
Mililani defeated Campbell to win their first O'ahu Interscholastic Association (OIA) softball title since 2002. Pitcher Makani Duyaylonsod pitched a complete game and hit a solo home run in their 4-2 victory over Campbell High School.
During the regular season Campbell beat Mililani in both of their meetings and scored a total … (11 comments)
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mililani: Mililani High School Cheerleaders Take Their First State Title - 01/27/07 10:53 PM
Congratulations to the Mililani High School Cheerleaders, coach Renesha Kierstedt her staff and parents!
Mililani won their first state title in front of a crowd of 2500 at the University of Hawaii's Stan Sheriff Center.
Mililani won the large school division with Kamehameha close behind in second place. Mililani finished with 332.5 … (4 comments)
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mililani: Real Estate Sales Activity in Mililani - 01/26/07 07:46 PM
The Mililani real estate market has slowed some, but it is still vibrant. Buyers are buying and sellers are selling. We have seen record numbers of sales in recent years, but are still seeing a lot of good real estate activity in the Mililani area. With low interest rates and a … (1 comments)
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mililani: Welcome to Mililani – Part 3 the Surrounding Communities - 01/26/07 10:21 AM
Just north of the planned community there are three valleys that also fall under the Mililani zip code.
Just above Mililani Mauka is Launani Valley. To get there you take the Mililani Tech Park exit and turn right to drop into the valley. Launani Valley is made up of several townhouse and … (10 comments)
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mililani: Welcome to Mililani – Part 2 the Planned Community - 01/26/07 04:18 AM
Mililani is a unique planned community on Oahu.
It has the most privately owned recreation centers that are privately owned by the home owners. There are six open and the 7th is awaiting dedication. The rec. centers provide such activities as scouts, martial arts, chess, music, swimming, community meetings and crafts. … (4 comments)
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mililani: Welcome to Mililani - Part 1 the Shopping Centers - 01/26/07 03:38 AM
The part of the Island of Oahu with the zip code of 96789 is known as Mililani. It is in the center of the island over looking Pearl Harbor.
The main part of the Mililani area is a planned community developed by Castle and Cooke (formerly Dole). It was named an All-American City. … (1 comments)
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mililani: Realtors Should be Politically Involved - 01/24/07 10:22 PM
Most Realtor friends of mine have a philosophy of not being involved in politics and never even discussing them. That is a good plan if you are a mushroom. Not so good for anyone involved with their community.
I am not talking about partisan politics; I am speaking about helping to push … (11 comments)
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mililani: Oahu Had a Sales Surge in December, Will January be as Good? - 01/23/07 10:57 PM
December on Oahu had a sales surge. We are all anxiously awaiting the results from January to see if it is a trend. Experts have predicted the down turn in the market, but consumers may not be so convinced. With low interest rates and a reasonable selection of inventory, buyers are … (7 comments)
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mililani: A Sunny Day of Chess and Real Estate in Hawaii - 01/20/07 08:01 PM
I am writing this post from the Gazebo at The Town Center of Mililani, while running a rated chess tournament today. I am wearing the official Hawaii uniform of shorts slippers and my Century 21 golf shirt embroidered with my information on it.
A realtor friend of mine questioned why I take … (6 comments)
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mililani: Are You Really Meeting Your Clients Expectations? - 01/19/07 02:46 PM
While on floor duty yesterday I answered a call from an out of state home owner. He currently has another local Realtor managing his property about a mile from my office. He is considering selling the home. Whether he decides to sell or keep it rented it will be with another … (8 comments)
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mililani: Hawaii Super Ferry is Getting Closer to Reality - 01/19/07 01:34 PM
Yesterday I saw a picture of our first Ferry in the dry docks on this morning's news report. The first vessel is getting its finishing touches.
They are projecting July 2007 as the start date of the service.
As we speak pier 19 in Honolulu is being reconstructed to allow the loading … (31 comments)
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mililani: Hawaii High School Golfers Are Making Their Mark - 01/16/07 02:08 PM
Everyone with a television has heard of Michele Wie. The Punahou High School golfer has taken the profession golf world by storm. Many attribute her success to her privileged private school nurturing. Michele is the total package she is young, beautiful, pleasant and a great golfer. She is exactly what every … (10 comments)
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mililani: The Sky is Not Falling - The Internet is Not Replacing Realtors - 01/14/07 01:29 AM
In several recent blogs and posts this question has come up frequently. Several agents seem very defensive about online services and how they may replace Realtors one day.
I have only one thing to day about that. Get over it!
Yes there is more information than ever out there. Yes clients have … (62 comments)
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mililani: I am a Passive Aggressive Marketer - 01/10/07 12:01 PM
When I got in the business I decided on a few things up front.
I will not cold call anyone.I know lots of people and I need to be sure they know I am a Realtor.I will never sell anyone something they do not want or will hurt them.I will have fun … (47 comments)
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mililani: Getting Lean and Mean for 2007 - 01/09/07 06:15 PM
One of the problems I ran into after entering back into the real estate business was that I began to balloon up.
As real estate agents we do not do much in the way of physical activity. I climb the occasional set of stairs to a 3rd floor condo. I may even … (20 comments)
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mililani: Taxes First and Then Maybe a Train Later - 01/08/07 04:18 AM
Starting January 1, 2007 our excise tax on Oahu was increased to 4-1/2% from 4%. The money is to go towards a rail system.
Here are a few of the problems with the direction this train or may I say the train wreck is heading.
First from my selfish side; realtors have to … (10 comments)
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mililani: Honolulu Gets a New Ferry - 01/08/07 03:43 AM
Mayor Hannemann announced yesterday that a ferry running from the 2nd City of Kapolei to Honolulu will be ready to run in April to provide some traffic relief.
The Ferry system will include at least two boats that seat 150 people each. It will run from Kalaeloa to Pier 9 in … (9 comments)
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mililani: Are You Going to CRS Celebration? - 01/07/07 02:41 AM
After changing my mind back and forth I went ahead and made my travel plans today. I found very reasonable airline tickets, got a great price on a room across the street at the Tropicana and registered online for the convention.
Everything looks great except one thing. I looked up the … (7 comments)
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mililani: Realtors Love Their Toys, Sometimes More Than People - 01/04/07 03:58 PM
I fall in this category, do you? I can not live without my electronic toys (tools).
My life as I know it would not be the same without my Treo Phone, Laptop Computer, Sprint Broadband Card, Digital Camera and various memory sticks and cruzer drives. That is what travels with my in my brief case. When at … (10 comments)
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mililani: Are You Taking Steps to Protect Vacant Listings? - 01/03/07 05:42 PM
I know this issue varies from community to community and neighborhood. On Oahu we have a new problem to deal with. The stealing copper is becoming a major problem. Drug users have begun to climb under vacant homes and saw off the copper plumbing to sell for scrap metal. I have … (11 comments)
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mililani: Is the Grass Really Greener With Another Company or on Your Own? - 01/02/07 11:23 PM
This conversation comes up frequently among real estate agents. Since getting my broker's license I am approached more than ever by other companies. I also get asked regularly, when are you opening your own office?
My response has been consistent. I am happy where I am and have no plans of leaving.
Here … (9 comments)
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mililani: Despite the Slowing Market, My Goal is to Double Sales in 2007 - 01/02/07 01:09 PM
I have been giving this a lot of thought over the last few months. What will I do to make this a great year for business and family?
2006 was an eventful year to say the least. Since rejoining the industry three and a half years ago I have continuously taken classes … (23 comments)
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mililani: Do You Help New Agents? - 12/31/06 04:27 PM
Over the last couple of years I have built somewhat of a reputation in my office for assisting new and inexperienced agents.
Many times new agents just get the cold shoulder from the full timers. They just see them as another mouth feeding at their trough.
I look at them differently. I see … (80 comments)
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mililani: Will Hawaii Have the Next Heisman Trophy Winner? - 12/31/06 03:51 PM
Colt Brennan, the University of Hawaii's quarterback had a season legends are made of.
Colt completed the best statistical season by a quarterback in the history of NCAA football. This season he threw a NCAA record 58 touchdowns. He had a total of 5549 yards passing, while completing 409 of 559 … (11 comments)
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mililani: Are You Involved in Your Community? If Not, Get to It. - 12/28/06 11:25 AM
I know most top agents have strong community ties. If you do not, you should really think about giving back to the community that is feeding your family.
You get a several benefits from volunteering:
You help improve the community you live in and are selling homes in.You make many new friends and … (42 comments)
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mililani: Cliff 2, Hang Gliders 1 - 12/27/06 12:42 PM
I received an e-mail this morning from my older brother Russ Prothero who is a great Realtor with Re/MAX in Branson, Missouri. He sent a link to this website: http://www.jet-man.com/actuel_eng.html and went to talk about when he was younger how he wanted in the worst way to buy a hang glider … (11 comments)
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mililani: Thank You Governor Lingle for Your Veto - 12/26/06 02:58 PM
I just received word that Governor Lingle vetoed an increase in the HARPTA tax. HARPTA is our state withholding tax that is taken at the time of closing from out of state owners.
HARPTA is currently 5%. Our wonderful liberal legislature utilizing their finite wisdom decided, decided it would be a … (12 comments)
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mililani: A Special Thank You to a Top Agent and Great Friend - 12/26/06 01:43 PM
I realized I tend to write too much about the negatives I see in our business. I thought I would change the tone and write about something positive that happened to me this month.
The reality is we have an industry made up of some really great people and a few … (12 comments)
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mililani: Scholastic Chess Team from Hawaii Wins in Florida! - 12/23/06 09:25 PM
Many of you know I am the President of the Hawaii Chess Federation and I run a program called "Chess in the Schools."
In the last year some of our students from Hawaii have done us proud. We have the 9th Grade National Champion out of our chess club in Mililani and this … (6 comments)
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mililani: Honolulu County Increases the Home Exemption for 2007 - 12/17/06 05:39 PM
It is about time they give folks a break. With the climbing of property values homeowners are paying as much a double and even more in some cases over what they paid 3 or 4 years ago. Below is information posted from the City and County Website.
Real Property Assessment Exemption Information … (9 comments)
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