Archive for December, 2009

Honolulu Mortgage Interest Rates May be Heading Higher

Thursday, December 31st, 2009 Posted in Mortgage Issues | Comments Off

In the second week of December, the Federal Reserve (Fed) reiterated that their Mortgage Backed Security purchase program will end on March 31, 2010.  This program helped keep home loan rates ... Read more..

Questions & Answers about the National Flood Insurance Program Part 2

Sunday, December 27th, 2009 Posted in Mortgage Issues, Real Estate | Comments Off

A few more flood insurance questions are discussed below. How much will flood insurance cost? Flood insurance premiums vary, depending upon the date the building was constructed and the degree of risk ... Read more..

Honolulu’s Cozy Retreat: Tea at 1024

Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009 Posted in General Interest | Comments Off

Are you looking for a special place to take your sweetie for a nice relaxing lunch?  Well, I've got just the place! Tea at 1024 1024 Nuuanu Ave. Honolulu, HI 96817 Michele Henry is ... Read more..

Honolulu Real Estate: SIMPLY SENSATIONAL One Waterfront Towers Condo Just Sold

Saturday, December 19th, 2009 Posted in Buyers, One Waterfront Towers, Real Estate, Sellers | Comments Off

Michael Zimmerman just sold the One Waterfront Towers condominium with this stunning view after receiving several offers. Sold for $505,000 Fee Simple Two words:  SIMPLY SENSATIONAL One Waterfront Towers Condominium 425 South Street Mauka/2302 Honolulu, ... Read more..

Questions & Answers about the National Flood Insurance Program Part 1

Tuesday, December 15th, 2009 Posted in Mortgage Issues, Real Estate | Comments Off

Why is flood insurance important? Homeowner's insurance policies do not cover flooding, so you may be required to purchase flood insurance separately.  If your home is in a designated Special Flood Hazard ... Read more..

The Exploding National Debt

Sunday, December 13th, 2009 Posted in General Interest | Comments Off

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Conduct an Inspection Before You Sell Your Honolulu Home

Friday, December 11th, 2009 Posted in Real Estate, Sellers | Comments Off

If you are considering selling your Honolulu home, it may be prudent to complete a home inspection before putting your home on the market. A home inspection may identify problems ... Read more..

Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Live in Kakaako (Honolulu, Hawaii)

Monday, December 7th, 2009 Posted in Buyers, General Interest, Real Estate | Comments Off

My wife and I have lived in the Kakaako area for three and a half years and we love it.  Here are the top 10 reasons we think you should consider living here ... Read more..

Honolulu City Lights Opening Night is December 5

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 Posted in General Interest | Comments Off

The 25th Honolulu City Lights will open this Saturday, December 5, 2009.  Over the last 24 years, the month-long event has expanded considerably, but has always included a lighted 50-foot Christmas ... Read more..