As a Realtor®, I’ve been able to pass on some valuable discounts to my clients by partnering with some of the furniture stores around town. I'm excited to an...

Wire Fraud is Now Common. Buyers and Sellers need to exercise extreme caution when wiring funds in real estate transactions. How it works: Hackers target ema...

Most home buyers will examine a home's floor plan, upgrades, and location as part of their search process. But here's a few red flags to be on the look out f...

Don’t let water damage rain on your parade. If you own or rent a home, here’s what the Hawai’i DCCA Insurance Division says you need to know about flood risk...

After 27 years, legislation was passed increasing the handyman exemption from $1,000 to $1,500. The handyman exemption enables persons other than licensed c...

Before you purchase, here are a few things to know or ask about the Homeowners Association. In the process, you'll learn how responsive and organized it's me...

Changes to Real Property Tax Rates in Hawaii

Everyone wants the best rates, but knowing how to rate shop properly takes a little knowhow. Here are a few things to consider: 1.) Shop the lender's rate on...

So you just got your contract accepted, yay! Now what happens? Your Inspection Period is your time to learn about the home and to make sure any of your conce...

Trying to find a home for your furry friend too? House rules may specify how many pets you may have, 1 cat or 1 dog, or there maybe a weight restriction. Eve...

Understanding your closing costs is an important step before you decide to buy or sell property. While every contract has it's own nuances, below is a list o...

The best time to start navigating the loan process is before you start your home search. Waiting until your contract is accepted can leave you scrambling to ...

5 Things all Out-of-State Buyers need to know before purchasing a home in Hawaii 1.) Fee Simple VS. Leasehold Fee Simple Ownership: Fee simple, is the most f...

The City & County of Honolulu offers a Down Payment Loan Program at 0% interest loan for all income-eligible borrowers up to a loan limit of $40,000. And, t...

I often get asked if this neighborhood is "safe". As Realtors(R) we need to be careful in how we answer this as it can violate the Federal Fair Housing rules...

Mortgage Credit Certificate The Mortgage Credit Certificate Program was authorized by Congress in the 1984 Tax Reform Act as a means of providing housing ass...