maui new homes: Growth vs. Value Investing: Know the Differences - 01/16/22 04:37 PM
Growth vs. Value Investing: Know the Differences Your investing style and tolerance for risk can help determine what type of stock mutual funds you invest in. The two main types of funds — growth and value — have different characteristics that can match your investing style.
Owning a mix of both funds is probably a smart move, but it can still be worthwhile to understand how each fund works. Here are some short explanations of growth vs. value funds:
Characteristics
Growth businesses are likely to reinvest profits, instead of paying out dividends to shareholders, as a way to grow. Growth stocks … (0 comments)

maui new homes: 5 Ways to Add Chic Vibes to Your Bathroom - 01/16/22 04:33 PM
5 Ways to Add Chic Vibes to Your Bathroom Looking to add some of your own personal chicness to your bathroom? Below are a few ways you can add a little oomph to your powder room.
Climbing plants. Climbing vines indoors can add a jungly, naturalistic element to your space. Some of the coolest vines for interiors are ivy, heartleaf philodendron, jasmine and betel leaf plant.
Art. Don’t be afraid to add some unique art to your bathroom! A cool painting or sculpture can make a great focus piece.
Lighting options. From an interesting lighting fixture to a colored bulb or recessed lighting beneath, … (2 comments)

maui new homes: One Man’s Very Dark Vision: $250K All-Black Home in Illinois - 01/03/22 11:57 AM
distinctive home in central Illinois began its journey into darkness with a black roof.
“Once the roof was done, I could envision how the house would be with black siding. Once that went on, it all made sense in my mind. I knew everything was going to be black, top to bottom, inside and out,” says the owner and listing agent, Seth Goodman. “It works really well. When you see the house in person, it’s a totally different feel than the pictures really show.”
What the pictures show is an all-black, two-bedroom residence in Lincoln, IL, that looks like a Goth … (1 comments)

maui new homes: Apps to Make Saving Easier - 01/03/22 11:11 AM
Apps to Make Saving Easier Saving for a home, retirement, a vacation or anything else can be difficult.
The median retirement savings of all working-age families in the United States is $5,000, according to the Economic Policy Institute. Given that many financial advisers recommend having about $1 million in retirement, that leaves many families far short of their retirement plans.
Don’t let such big goals keep you from striving for them. Many mobile apps help people reach multiple savings goals, often in painless ways that only require the change you’d normally get at the cash register.
For a retirement plan, home … (1 comments)

maui new homes: What is the Medium price for a home on MAUI? - 12/10/21 12:45 PM
November stats are out and median price for Single family home today is at $985,000. For condos Median price is at $650,000. Homes are up 24.7% vs. Last year and condos are up 16.1%vs Last year.
Market is unlike any other time here on islands and low inventory, low interest rates combined with safety and beauty of Hawaii Islands attract investors and mainland transplant to experience the island life. In the mean time local residents have hard time to keep up with the price jump and be able to afford buying homes at the current speed of appreciation. But this is something … (1 comments)

maui new homes: Sellers: You’ll Likely Get Multiple Strong Offers This Season - 11/16/21 12:44 PM
Hawaii is posed to have a competitive sellers market. What does it mean? If you are considering selling your home this Holiday season which for Hawaii IS the busy season for real estate, you are in a good place to receive multiple offers which usually brings more favorable terms and a higher sale price for you as a result!
 
Nationwide, the average seller today is getting nearly four offers.  
To get there, being prepared is the key. Having your home appeal to as many buyers as possible together with a good marketing plan will yield you the results you want! We have … (0 comments)

maui new homes: How to Avoid Unexpectedly Buying a Haunted House - 10/26/21 11:41 PM
How to Avoid Buying a Haunted House!
Know your state’s disclosure laws!
The rules on what sellers have to disclose to buyers vary by state—and sometimes even by city. Sometimes you’ll receive the full picture about a house’s history, but there’s also chance you could be left in the dark. 
A haunted house falls under the category of a stigmatized property. 
A stigmatized property is home that may be displeasing to buyers for other reasons besides its physical condition. In many states, it’s not mandatory to disclose a stigma like a murder, suicide, or crime—or paranormal activity. 
You can check with a real estate attorney in your state … (2 comments)

maui new homes: How Technology is Helping Buyers Navigate the Home Search Process - 04/17/20 01:34 PM
How Technology is Helping Buyers Navigate the Home Search Process A recent realtor.com survey revealed that buyers are still considering moving forward with the homebuying process, even if they can’t see the home in-person.
· While they still prefer to physically see a home, virtual home tours and accurate listing information top the list of tech specs buyers find most helpful in today’s process.
· Let’s connect today to determine how technology can help power your home search. #SearchSafely #HomeSearch #HappySpace #pivot #newway #NewYou #Home #sacredspacerevolution
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maui new homes: What If I Need to Sell My Home Now? What Can I Do? - 04/14/20 09:45 AM
Every day that passes, people have a need to buy and sell homes. That doesn’t stop during the current pandemic. If you’ve had a major life change recently, whether with your job or your family situation, you may be in a position where you need to sell your home – and fast. While you probably feel like timing with the current pandemic isn’t on your side, making a move is still possible. Rest assured, with technology at your side and fewer sellers on the market in most areas, you can list your house and make it happen safely and effectively, especially when following … (0 comments)

maui new homes: Will Surging Unemployment Crush Home Sales? - 04/06/20 12:52 PM
Ten million Americans lost their jobs over the last two weeks. The next announced unemployment rate on May 8th is expected to be in the double digits. Because the health crisis brought the economy to a screeching halt, many are feeling a personal financial crisis. James Bullard, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, explained that the government is trying to find ways to assist those who have lost their jobs and the companies which were forced to close (think: your neighborhood restaurant).
“This is a planned, organized partial shutdown of the U.S. economy in the second quarter. The overall goal is to keep … (0 comments)

maui new homes: The Housing market is positioned to help the economy recover. - 04/03/20 11:34 AM
I know many of you are wondering what the current situation is going to do to our Real Estate Market. There are many theories and ideas but all we can do is look in the past and see that we keep on moving forward and this too will one day be in the past.  Now more than ever our housing has importance. It's our safe space and in time it un-deniably creates wealth through appreciation.  We are now listed as essential service and with certain limitations can show or arrange viewing with all of the highest safety measures in place. So … (2 comments)

maui new homes: How to Avoid a Gender Gap When Investing in the Housing Market - 02/04/20 09:31 AM
 
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maui new homes: Three First Steps in the 2020 Home- buying Journey - 02/04/20 09:15 AM
When the number of buyers in the housing market outnumbers the number of homes for sale, it’s called a “seller’s market.” This can create multiple offer scenarios and bidding wars, making it tough for buyers to land their dream homes – unless they stand out from the crowd. Here are three reasons why pre-approval should be your first step in the homebuying process.
1. Gain a Competitive Advantage
Low inventory, like we have today, means homebuyers need every advantage they can get to make a strong impression and close the deal. For one, it shows the sellers you’re serious about buying a home, … (1 comments)

maui new homes: Character is in demand! - 01/27/20 01:47 PM
With a high demand from first-time homebuyers and a shortage of inventory in the current market, selling your existing home this year might be your best move. Why? Because when homebuyers begin their search, they’re not all looking for new construction. Many are eager to find a little charm and character in a place to call home – possibly yours.
In fact, according to the same study, there is a significant demand for existing homes:
“In terms of the type of home these prospective home buyers are interested in, 40% are looking to buy an existing home and 19% a newly-built home. The remaining … (1 comments)

maui new homes: Where do I start??? - 01/24/20 09:54 AM
Where do I start??? If you’re thinking of buying a home, plan ahead and stay on the right track, starting with pre-approval. Pre-approval makes your offer very attractive to seller because they know you are organized and ready and even more so to you because you have full and clear understanding of the financial side of the transaction which makes it educated and easy decision when you find the home, make the offer and feel the stress through what we call buyers remorse. Being able to go over clear numbers, costs and needs checklist will help you not miss the opportunity … (0 comments)

maui new homes: How Buyers Can Win by Downsizing in 2020! - 01/22/20 11:21 AM
If you’re a homeowner, particularly one looking to downsize your living space, that’s great news, as you’ve likely built significant equity in your home.
Here’s some more good news: mortgage rates are expected to remain low throughout 2020 at an average of 3.8% for a 30-year fixed-rate loan.
The combination of leveraging your growing equity and capitalizing on low rates could make a big difference in your housing plans this year.
How to use your home Equity:
For move-up buyers, the typical pattern for building financial stability and wealth through homeownership works this way: you buy a house and gain equity over several years of mortgage … (0 comments)

maui new homes: National "roof over your head" day! What??? - 12/03/19 01:56 PM
It’s ‘National Roof Over Your Head’ Day!
Did you know that each year in the United States, we celebrate “National Roof Over Your Head Day” on December 3rd?
As noted on the National Calendar, it was “created as a day to be thankful for what you have, starting with the roof over your head. There are many things that we have that we take for granted and do not stop to appreciate how fortunate we are for having them.”
From bungalows to cottages, and farmhouses to treehouses, today we show our appreciation and gratitude for the places we call home. Owning the roof … (0 comments)

maui new homes: Millennials: Here’s Why the Process is Well Worth It. - 11/06/19 10:17 AM
“Millennials, those young adults now aged 23 to 38, are now entering their peak household formation and homebuying years.”
If you’re a Millennial, you’re already well aware that you’re among a generation of those who favor fast-paced, real-time answers – and results. When you’re ready to make a decision, it’s go-time, and you probably want the latest technology at your fingertips to make it happen.
National Mortgage News agrees, stating,
“Millennials are different than previous generations—not only in their delayed homebuying but also in how they approach interactions with financial institutions, including mortgage lenders. Taking a picture of a check on their phone and depositing … (1 comments)

maui new homes: 3 least expensive homes on Maui... yes you can be Mauian! - 10/05/19 08:05 PM
What are the least expensive homes on West Side today? Only 3 homes are under $1Mil. Lowest one starting at $769,900. Take a look! Busy season is coming. If you are thinking about buying your next home or invest it is a good time to line up your financing and understanding the financial side. Pre-approval is free and Dean Rathbun is a wonderful loan officer that can walk you through what it takes on a single phone call! It's all free! PM me to connect you! https://s.paragonrels.com/goto/DRSaz #KnowIt #prepare #Understand #InvestWell #Maui #ItPaysOff #Home #You #LetsTalk … (0 comments)

maui new homes: Your eyes on the prize... - 09/30/19 02:26 PM
My dear Mauians. I know few of you have your eyes on my Kahana Ridge neighborhood so thought to give you neighborhood update. There are 2 amazing listings available on the market today. One of them happens to be that beautiful very contemporary looking home at the top of the hill. Pool is hard to find in this neighborhood and this home has it. Let me know if you would like me to schedule showing or get more information! It would be a record sale for the neighborhood but home condition, style and location is certainly supporting it. Take a look … (0 comments)