Going the Extra Mile for My Sellers

May I share a quick story with you?

 I recently sold a VERY well known, luxury home here in Hawaii. 

Do you want to know WHAT is was well known FOR?   FOR NOT SELLING! 

Previous to me taking the listing, it literally “sat” on the market UNSOLD for almost 7 years

(By the way, other very well known, “old school” local real estate agents had attempted to sell this property, but never received an OFFER.)

What made the difference, you may ask?

 Allow me to share with you some of the specific details of what I did as the listing agent to make the sale.

 I am going to *warn* you, some if this is NOT very glamorous .

(some of it, just plain common sense)

 Quick background. The owner (Craig B.) did not live on Maui. This was a second…

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Surprise Hawaii Wedding Engagement

 It will make you cry....

I have always been in awe when it comes the natural beauty of Hawaii. Some say it's almost "magical" I like to say that God just saved his best work for last! One of the things I love to do (when I'm not selling real estate) is to capture people living and loving these islands. One of the ways I do that is with my son Dylan. We have a fun side business called "Maui Photography and Drone" We recently had the honor of capturing Brad and Emily getting engaged on the white shore sandy beaches of Hawaii. What unfolded was nothing short of spectacular and has captured the hearts of many viewers. Grab your tissues! Click "Read Full Post" to see the video screen.

SURPRISE!! Marriage Engagement PROPOSAL RECORDED ON MAUI,…

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Halloween Front Street Lahaina

Lahaina Halloween Front Street

Get ready! Halloween on Maui is right around the corner. And there is no better place on Maui to spend Halloween than in Lahaina town on Front Street! With over 30,000 residents and visitors walking up and down the street you can count on a Mardi Gras type atmosphere without any of the "weirdness."

It was rumored for a while that this celebration on Front Street was going to be stopped. But no way. This is one of the best and unique events you can experience on Maui all year long. What happens you ask?

Well first of all...they totally shut down ALL of Front Street to car traffic and the bars and restaurants are booming. You can walk up and down (preferably in a crazy costume) and you will lose yourself! Any…

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The Key to Hawaii Self-Sustainability? The "UpCountry"

PS - I also have a YouTube channel with many informative videos about Hawaii, Maui and Real Estate. Check it Out Here https://www.youtube.com/user/hawaiirealestateorg

My family (Lisa my wife and 4 boys) and I have been living in the "Up-Country" of Hawaii for the past 2 1/2 years. We recently moved from 1200' feet in elevation to 3600' feet. It was time to really experience every aspect of Kula Maui Real Estate! It's REALLY amazing the difference! At 1000' feet it was something like Arizona...it rarely rained and it was a very dry climate. The temperature and bright sunny days are very similar to living at sea level, but just not as humid.

Now living at 3600' feet, it reminds me sooo much of Colorado. The air is very crisp and clean and…

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20 Questions You Should Ask When Buying a Condo in Hawaii

Do Your Research Before Buying a Condo in Hawaii.

Here are the twenty "areas of concern" that I would ask questions about

 before tendering an offer to purchase a vacation rental condo in Hawaii

1) What has been the NET income for the property the last 5 years? This would be AFTER paying the management fees (usually runs 20-50% of Gross Income) and GET (General Excise Tax), and TAT (Transient Accomodation Tax) all monthly HOA fees, Leasehold fees (if applicable - ie the property is NOT fee simple ownership) utilities, cleaning, supplies and miscellaneous repairs.

2) What is the occupancy rate for each month. This is the percentage the property is occupied versus sitting empty. How many nights did the owner/friends and family stay in the…

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Wailele Ridge Lottery Exclusive Release to Island Sotheby's

Wailele Ridge New Development Napili, Maui

We are excited to announce the exclusive release to Island Sotheby's International Realty's clients for Wailele Ridge. Mark your calendar for November 2, 2015! This is a new townhome development on the northern edge of Napili in West Maui.

This will be by lottery. Your name will be placed in a bowl, then we will randomly draw one name at a time and this will be your position to select a unit when we are ready to release. You must have pre-qualification letter or proof of cash funds prior to lottery. This lottery will be for the release of Phase 1 which will include 44 units in buildings 2, 3, 4, 5 ,6,17 and 18.

 The first lottery drawing for Wailele Ridge Buyers will be November 2, 4:00-6:00…

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