The Top 5 Features That Make A Home Sell Over Asking
Written by: Stefanie WaldekClick here to view the Original ArticleYou remember the first rule of real estate, right? Location, location, location. Well, that applies to what drives home sales, too. "Bidding wars are typically driven by high demand in a particular area and a low supply of ...
Let’s Talk About Sunscreen
Written by: Dennis O'DonnellFrom Sunburns to Saving the Seas: The Evolution of Sunscreen and the Rise of Reef-Friendly Protection Summer is upon us, and as we gear up for beach trips and outdoor adventures, there's one essential item we should all have in our bags: sunscreen. When I ...
Be Prepared - Hurricane Season has begun
Written by: Dennis O'DonnellMaui is certainly a tropical paradise renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture. So, at the risk of being a DennisDowner, the Boy Scout in me still feels the need to make sure we all know that Hurricane Season officially began ...
No June Gloom on Maui
Written by Dennis O’DonnellHonoring Fathers and Embracing the Hawaiian SummerThe month of June on Maui has always been one of my favorites, with ideal weather conditions and consistent trade winds blowing adding to the ideal pleasant daily temperatures. It is also the month for celebrating ...
Maui’s Zoning Code Is More Than 60 Years Old. Where’s The Update?
Written by: Marina Starleaf RikerClick here to view the Original ArticleMaui County was home to just 43,000 people in 1960 when county officials enacted the first comprehensive zoning laws to guide where and how the community would grow in the years to come.More than six decades later, the ...
Maui Ranks Supreme Once Again
Maui has recently been recognized by US News & World Report, a renowned institution established way back in 1933. In their esteemed annual Best Vacations list for 2023, Maui secured the second position as the Best Place to Visit in the entire United States and sixth place among ...
The home price rebound could complicate the Fed's efforts to tame inflation
Written by: Rebecca ChenClick here to view the Original ArticleThe Federal Reserve may have a new problem: The housing market’s recent reversal could keep inflation from coming down as much as the central bank wants.The latest data shows that more homebuyers are coming into the market, while ...
Do You Get Island Fever?
Written by Dennis O’DonnellLiving on a small, isolated island like Maui may lead some to worry about developing "island fever," or feelings of restlessness, boredom, or claustrophobia. “Island fever” is a myth; there are many ways to stay engaged and entertained on the island.Firstly, Maui is ...
Home prices rose in February, breaking 7-month streak of declines
Written by: Dani RomeroClick here to view the Original ArticleU.S. home prices unexpectedly climbed month over month in February, two separate housing indexes found, as buyers came back into the market when mortgage rates softened.The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price ...
How to avoid paying capital gains tax – 1031 Tax Differed Exchange
Investing in real estate is a great way to diversify your investment portfolio and add physical assets to your holdings. It can also provide a hedge against inflation. For those who aspire to become real estate investors or already are, it’s essential to know about like-kind exchanges. These ...
FIRPTA and 1031 Exchange FAQs
Written by: Julie BrattonA foreign person that sells or exchanges a U.S. real property interest is subject to a required withholding under the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980 (FIRPTA). A U.S. real property interest includes sales of interests in parcels of real ...
The Hawaii Housing Crisis
Written by: Dennis O'Donnell Paul H. Brewbaker of TZ Economics is considered one of the top economists in the State of Hawaii. His analysis concludes that Maui is underbuilt, and demand is high.His Prediction: home prices in Hawaii will remain consistent. ...
Sustainable Fuel Push Gains Popularity Among Airlines
Written by: Dakota GrossmanClick here to view the Original ArticleMultiple airlines that use Kahului Airport are trying to reduce their biggest contributor of greenhouse gas emissions, jet fuel, by using a more environmentally-friendly source of fuel.Carriers will be relying on and investing ...
Is Your Maui Opportunity Knockin’ ?
Written by: Dennis O’DonnellPicture this: you're sitting on a golden sandy beach on Maui, sipping a Mai Tai, as you look around, you notice the endless crystal-clear azure & teal waters and the lush greenery surrounding you. You are immediately filled with a sense of peace and tranquility ...
‘Saildrones’ to evaluate ocean health across state
Written by: The Maui NewsClick here to view the Original ArticleThree ocean drones will spend six months traveling around Maui, Oahu, Kauai and Hawaii island to collect data and measure ocean health across the state.The uncrewed 23-foot Saildrone Explorers will send back critical data and ...