Archive for January, 2009

Boost Your Honolulu Home Value

Saturday, January 31st, 2009 Posted in Home Care, Sellers | Comments Off

Are you trying to think of ways to squeeze a little more from your home sale?  There are simple things that you can do yourself and they may not be as costly ... Read more..

Honolulu Residential Resale Market Report – Annual 2008

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009 Posted in Market Reports, Real Estate | Comments Off

During the fourth quarter, the number of Honolulu home sales declined from one year ago and the median price paid for a single family home decreased by 2.4% while the condominium ... Read more..

Serene Garden View in Honolulu: Large Ko’olani Two Bedroom Condo For Sale

Sunday, January 25th, 2009 Posted in Ko'olani, Real Estate | Comments Off

Michael Zimmerman just listed apartment 708 in the Ko'olani Condominium for sale.  The home has large bright rooms throughout with floor to ceiling glass.  Take pleasure in a serene garden view from your ... Read more..

Random Thoughts

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009 Posted in General Interest | Comments Off

As President Bush leaves office, he's receiving far more negative media attention than he deserves.  Has he made mistakes during the last eight years?  No doubt.  We cannot and must not ... Read more..

Honolulu Mortgage Rates at 50-Year Low: Should You Refinance?

Monday, January 19th, 2009 Posted in Mortgage Issues | Comments Off

Honolulu mortgage rates for owner occupants have been near 4.5% for over a month. Perhaps you were thinking of refinancing.  Perhaps not.  I've spoken with several friends and clients and ... Read more..

Average Home Appliance Life Expectancy

Thursday, January 15th, 2009 Posted in Home Care | Comments Off

For those buying a home, whether you're first-time homebuyers or not, it is very important not to overlook the long term cost of owning a home.  These details can be ... Read more..

Owner Financing is Making a Comeback in Honolulu

Sunday, January 11th, 2009 Posted in Buyers, Real Estate, Sellers | Comments Off

It's much more difficult for buyers to obtain a mortgage today than it was just a year ago. Lenders are requiring larger down payments and higher credit scores to finance ... Read more..

Easy Ways to Lower Your Honolulu Home Energy Costs

Thursday, January 8th, 2009 Posted in Home Care | Comments Off

There are several simple ways to reduce your home energy costs.  Most are inexpensive.  While energy costs have declined in the last few months, there is no way to know if or ... Read more..

How Long Will it Take to Sell My Honolulu Home?

Monday, January 5th, 2009 Posted in Real Estate, Sellers | Comments Off

There is one question on every home seller's mind.  How long will it take to sell my home?  I answer that question nearly the same way each time it's asked.  It ... Read more..

Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Honolulu Home in Top Shape

Friday, January 2nd, 2009 Posted in Home Care | Comments Off

As we enter the new year, it's a great time to plan the few things required to keep your home in tip-top shape.  Here is a tidy little check-list to ... Read more..