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September Market Update with Video

 When comparing the first 9 months of 2020 and 2021 one has to consider that 2020 was a lockdown year and 2021 has seen explosive market conditions. A Better comparison is probably to the 2019 real estate market but for simplicity sake, here are some “fun facts” comparing September of 2020 vs. 2021 year… Read More »

SOLD-Newer Sunset Ridge-3-Car Garage-End Of Cul-De-Sac

I just SOLD, after 30 days on the market, the largest, single Level plan in the newer section of Sunset Ridge. This home is located at the end of the cul-de-sac, and features heavy landscaping and rock walls. There is plenty of storage for cars and toys in the 3-car attached garage. Upgrades include Central… Read More »

Closed-Fairways at Mauna Lani #303

I just CLOSED escrow on a GOLF COURSE FRONT townhome in the Fairways at Mauna Lani. The new owner is enjoying this Incredible golf course views from the Lanai, Living and Dining Room of the 4th Fairway of the Mauna Lani North Course. This well cared for property features 2-bedrooms and 2.5 Bathrooms with an… Read More »

New Eruption at Kilauea Volcano

From Big Island Video News: Kīlauea  volcano is erupting. Following a sudden increase in earthquake activity and an increase in the USGS Volcanic Alert Level from ADVISORY to WATCH this afternoon, lava is now filling the Halemaʻumaʻu summit crater once again. The alert level has been raised to WARNING. A synthesized voice was utilized in… Read More »

New Federal Rules For Spiner Dolphin Interaction

The Federal Government via the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce have finally caught up to the “Swim With the Dolphins” industry. They passed strict regulations with these businesses in mind and pointedly wrote regulations to keep them from chasing dolphins during their resting period during the… Read More »

August 2021 Market Update with Video

 CoreLogic® reports the highest ever yearly price/value increase for all classes of real estate since they first started accumulating data in 1976, for the month of July 2021-18%.  Hawaii Island Real Estate continues the same trajectory.  See the stats highlighted below for emphasis.  I’ve always contended vacant land will be the last class of… Read More »

In Escrow-Kulalani at Mauna Lani 1805

Kulalani at Mauna Lani 1805 68-1118 North Kaniku Dr, Waimea, HI 96743 I sold Kulalani at Mauna Lani 1805 in January 2021 to my client. It was listed for $799k and sold for $750k. I just put the same unit into escrow to close in January 2022. The floor B-2 plan offers over 1900 square… Read More »

In Escrow-Fairways at Mauna Lani #303

I just listed then quickly put into escrow a GOLF COURSE FRONT townhome in the Fairways at Mauna Lani. The new owner will enjoy the Incredible course views from the Lanai, Living and Dining Room of the 4th Fairway of the Mauna Lani North Course. This well cared for property features 2 bedrooms and 2.5… Read More »

SOLD-46-3772 Kapuna Road in Scenic Ahualoa

I SOLD this stunning, private, 5-acre, gentleman’s estate is tucked away and bordered on one side by a seasonal stream in a forested setting. The property included a mature landscape of organic fruit orchard, banana grove, blessed with a healthy strand of red flowering lehua ohia, and a large stocked pond, providing a relaxed, peaceful… Read More »

New Listing-Fairways at Mauna Lani #303

I just listed a GOLF COURSE FRONT townhome in the Fairways at Mauna Lani. Enjoy the Incredible course views from the Lanai, Living and Dining Room of the 4th Fairway of the Mauna Lani North Course. This well cared for property features 2 bedrooms and 2.5 Bathrooms with an attached 1-car garage, outdoor kitchen with… Read More »

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