It’s the age-old argument: preservation or development? Is “sustainable development” possible on an island, with limited space? I came face-to-face with that problem once again, as I toured yet another historic Honolulu home destined for development. [Read more…] about Old Homes vs. Development
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What if you had an Agent for all of life’s choices?
It’s frustrating when people call me a salesman, because the connotation that emerges is usually negative. “Swindler,” “crafty,” “sneaky,” “selfish;” these terms synonymous with salespeople, especially those who call at 6:00 pm to sell you the latest insurance over the phone. And while Realtors are not salespeople, I wondered why salesman is associated like this. Why do we all put up barriers and feel this way when we walk onto a car lot or shop for appliances? [Read more…] about What if you had an Agent for all of life’s choices?
How Much Does “Town” Affect the Market? – July 2015 Market Update
As is the standard for summer months, July saw another strong residential market. For today’s analysis, I take a look at the numbers overall for the island of O’ahu and answer the age-old question of “how much does being ‘in town’ matter for inventory?” [Read more…] about How Much Does “Town” Affect the Market? – July 2015 Market Update
Walkabout: 1307 Waiau Place
That smell. That glorious mixture of brass, pine, paint, glass, and history. It’s a smell that instantly triggers comfort for me. It’s a smell that you can only find in old plantation homes, and it’s a smell that says, “Welcome Home.”
Walkabout: July 2015 Edition
I have been squeezing in random walkabouts for the past couple of weeks, but I have been too busy to post! The good news is, that means I get to make an über-walkabout post for your enjoyment! [Read more…] about Walkabout: July 2015 Edition
What is the Housing Ladder?
This week’s question comes from one of my friends who received my newsletter yesterday. He asks, “Why the increase in demand for condos but the decrease in median sales price?” [Read more…] about What is the Housing Ladder?
Don’t Freak Out! 😁 “Oahu home prices hit $700K”
Waking up to read the news this morning, and seeing “Oahu home prices reach $700K,” either did one of two things: made you really happy, or really scared! Either way, I recommend tempering your emotions and here’s why… [Read more…] about Don’t Freak Out! 😁 “Oahu home prices hit $700K”
Market Statistics for June 2015
Here are your market statistics for Oahu during the month of June 2015. Let me know if you want to discuss your real estate goals, or just talk story! [Read more…] about Market Statistics for June 2015