How can I save up to 6% (or $400K) on Maui real estate auctions?

By registering before the auction begins and placing a qualified Starting Bid under Concierge’s Starting Bid Incentive, the buyer’s premium on that starting bid is reduced by 50% (from 12% to 6%). Later bid increases incur the full premium.

Do I need to be on Maui to bid?

No. Registered bidders can participate online, by phone, or via proxy once financial qualifications and bidder deposits are completed.

What is the typical closing timeline after a Maui auction?

Most auctions target approximately 30 days to close, subject to the auction terms. Winning bidders typically deposit around 12% into escrow.

Maui Real Estate Auction Alert: THREE Oceanfront Homes + Wailea OCEAN VIEW Home

How to Save 50% on Buyer’s Premium

Date: DEADLINE to Qualify for Discount is October 22, 2025 (HST) — for registration, deposit and opening bid

Dreaming of owning oceanfront Maui real estate? Three oceanfront estates and one Wailea ocean-view luxury home are heading to auction on the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii. If you register before bidding begins and place a qualified Starting Bid, you can cut the buyer’s premium in half — a potential savings of hundreds of thousands of dollars on these multimillion-dollar properties.

Maui Real Estate Quick Summary

What’s coming: Three oceanfront homes (Two on West Maui + North Shore / Paia) and 1 Wailea luxury home with big ocean views.
Why register early: The Auction House offers a Starting Bid Incentive (SBI) — 50% off the buyer’s premium on your pre-auction bid (normally 12% U.S.).
Important nuance: If you raise your bid after the auction starts, the increase is charged at the full 12%, so you save the most by placing your strongest opening bid.
Your cost for representation: Working with me as your Maui real estate buyer’s agent costs you nothing — the seller pays all agent commissions.
Timeline: Typical closings occur ≈ 30 days after auction

Call / Text: 808-298-2030 to register and receive your personalized auction strategy.

Featured Properties

West Maui Oceanfront (Napili / Kahana / Honokōwai)

5163 Lower Honoapiilani Rd — Premier oceanfront Maui real estate with direct water access and panoramic views of Lānaʻi & Molokaʻi.

5157 Lower Honoapiilani Rd — Companion property with an indoor pool and detached ʻOhana — perfect for a Maui oceanfront compound.

North Shore Oceanfront (Paia)

21 Kalua Pl — Paia oceanfront home near world-class surf & windsurfing; infinity pool + North Shore panorama.

Wailea Ocean-View (Gated Community)

194 E Panana Pl — Modern Wailea real estate masterpiece with ocean views, pool, and indoor-outdoor living close to Keawakapu Beach.

I’ve personally toured all of the ocean front homes and prepared comparable sales data and market analysis to help buyers bid with confidence.

How Concierge Auctions Work for Maui Real Estate Buyers

1) Register, Qualify & Fund Your Bidder Deposit

Provide proof of funds and a refundable bidder deposit (commonly six figures/$100K). You may bid online, by phone, or via proxy.

2) Understand the Buyer’s Premium

In the U.S., the standard buyer’s premium is 12% of the hammer price (15% internationally). This is not an agent commission but a fee to the auction house.

3) Use the Starting Bid Incentive (SBI) to Save 50%

Placing a qualified Starting Bid before the auction begins cuts the buyer’s premium in half on that amount — from 12% to 6%. Any later increase is charged the full 12%. This encourages buyers to submit their best number up front to maximize savings.

4) Win, Deposit ≈ 12%, and Close in ≈ 30 Days

After winning, the buyer deposits ≈ 12% into escrow and closes under as-is terms within about 30 days. Losing bids get refuned all deposit money.

Why Work with a Maui Real Estate Buyer’s Agent

No extra cost: All agent commissions are seller-paid.
Local expertise: I vet disclosures, permits, tax classifications, and compare Maui oceanfront property values by lot size, orientation, and condition.
Auction strategy: I help model the true net price under different SBI scenarios so you can bid with confidence and below the current true fair market value.

Example: How the 50% Discount Adds Up

Starting Bid: $6,000,000
Buyer’s premium with SBI (6%) = $360,000
Later increase to $6,300,000 adds $300,000 × 12% = $36,000
Total: $396,000 vs $756,000 → $360,000 saved

Maui Real Estate Market Context

Auctions can unlock value in today’s luxury segment by compressing timelines and offering global exposure. In 2025’s market climate, Auctions help Maui sellers reach motivated buyers while offering savvy investors a path to rare Maui oceanfront deals.

Next Steps

Call/Text 808-298-2030 to register and map out your SBI strategy.
Request the due-diligence packet (disclosures, assessor records, recent Maui real estate sales comps).
Tour in person or via FaceTime — I can inspect and report on ocean access, wind exposure, and privacy.
Bid confidently with clear numbers on buyer’s premium, closing costs, and total cash to close.