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Jan. 14, 2013

My 2013 Hawaii Real Estate Predictions

2012 in Oahu Real Estate went on record as one of the strongest seller's markets in a long time.  The median home price for at the end of 2012 was $620,000, up 7.8% since last year, while condos were at $317,500, up 5.8%.

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Jan. 14, 2013

10 things to know about the Obamacare 3.8% real estate tax

Many people don't realize that Obamacare contains a new 3.8% tax on real estate sales.  

It won't effect most people, but it will effect those with upper income.  Add up all of your income from every possible source, and
if that total is less than …

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Nov. 15, 2012

3 Most Expensive Homes For Sale in All of Hawaii

Over the years, I have seen some truly spectacular homes here in Hawaii - from movie star mansions to CEO villas, the multitude of luxury homes in this corner of the world has always impressed me. Yet these 3 exquisite properties set the bar even higher, offering their potential owners a luxury lifestyle …

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Nov. 7, 2012

SOLD - $3.5million on the beach in Waimanalo

 

Congratulations to my buyer on this beautiful beach front purchase!  With over 10,000 sqft of space, 9 bedrooms and 6 baths, this is an estate that impresses all visitors.  With a beautiful sandy beach park right next it, a huge pool and spa, and a view …

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Nov. 1, 2012

5 Questions for Oahu Interior Designers on Hawaii Home Styles

Inspired by the lush tropical foliage and clear blue waters of the Hawaiian islands, many local interior designers have developed a unique sense of style over the years. Informed by a combination of classical design theory and distinct Hawaiian trends, this popular "Hawaii style" of interior design can today be …

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Oct. 2, 2012

Hawaii Economist predicts $800k median home price in 3 years... What about next year?

6a012876842898970c0177440356af970d-800wi_362A couple months ago, economist Paul Brewbaker predicted that Oahu single family home prices would reach $800,000 within 3 years. 

Is he trustworthy?  Well back in 2003, he predicted that the median price on Oahu would increase 60 percent from $380,000 to $600,000 by 2005 …

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Aug. 7, 2012

Oahu Home Sales rise 12.5 percent, prices up $62,500 since last year!

279 Oahu home sales in June, a +12.5% rise. Prices up to $620,000 from $562,500 last June, up +10.2%.

342 condos were sold in June, a decrease of 3.4 percent from June 2011.

According to the Days on Market indicator, sales for single-family homes were …

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Aug. 7, 2012

Sold over list price after 1st showing - Moana Kai town home

I just listed this beautiful Moana Kai town home in Hawaii Kai for $685,000.  We received multiple offers on the first day of showing and it is now in escrow over the asking price. 

Check out the beautiful lawn in front of the unit. 

moana_kai_town home in Hawaii Kai 

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July 13, 2012

Nohona at Mililani Mauka -Sold in 4 days, 4 offers over asking !

On Monday I listed this very nice corner unit in Nohona at Mililani Mauka for $430,000.

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It is now in escrow after just 4 days, as we received 4 offers well over asking price.  The first open house is Sunday, but we already have an accepted contract plus …

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July 10, 2012

June Oahu real estate - sales UP 12.5%, prices UP 10%, pending sales up 28%!

From the Board of Realtors:

"During June, sales of 279 single-family homes and 342 condominiums were reported through the Board's
MLS; single-family home sales experienced a 12.5 percent increase while condominium sales decreased
by 3.4 percent from June 2011. The median price paid for island properties in June …

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