In Hawaii, its customary for a termite inspection to be completed as part of the transaction process. Below is a helpful FAQ for what to...

Single-family homes and condos set new record-high median prices in July at $992,500 and $475,000, respectively. Summer sales continue at...

One of the biggest questions I get from my Sellers, is if they should consider professional staging for their home. According to the...

Looking to spruce up your home before you sell? Here's a few items to consider doing--it's little things can make all the difference! *...

This has been a year of quick adjustments to a new way of doing business. For those thinking of entering the buying or selling process,...

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...

Wire Fraud is Becoming Common. Buyers and Sellers need to exercise extreme caution when wiring funds in real estate transactions. How it...

Ultimately what stays with the house depends on the contract that's negotiated between Buyer and Seller, but generally speaking, if it's...

A lot of work goes into owning a home, and while you’re busy maintaining the obvious, you may be missing smaller, hidden tasks that could...

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

You've reached a point in life where you're able to pay off your mortgage--Congrats! Here's a few tips and ticks to consider when doing...

Changes to Real Property Tax Rates in Hawaii

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

A 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange is a way to defer paying capital gains tax on the sale of investment property by purchasing another...

1. Contact your CPA It's always a good idea to understand your tax consequences before you decide to sell. Seems self-explanatory, but a...

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...