Navigating the Home Search Around Hawaii
Looking for a home? It’s not always easy to figure out what to look for, how to search, and ways to get the best deal. Here are a few tips for navigating the home search around Hawaii without losing your…
4 Great Moving Tips for a New Hawaii Homeowner
Getting ready to move to a Hawaii home? This is a fun and exciting time, especially if you are moving into your first home. It can also be stressful and a lot of work. Here are some helpful moving tips…
What is a Home Warranty?
Home repairs can get costly and create an unexpected hassle and financial burden. A home warranty is a great way to make those costs more predictable. A home warranty is provided through a third-party company. For a monthly premium, that…
Getting Pre-Approved for a Hawaii Home Loan
If you are starting your home search as a serious buyer, you want to consider getting pre-approved for a home loan. It requires a bit of work upfront but can streamline the process and make purchasing your home that much…
How Does Escrow Work in Hawaii?
When you set up your Hawaii mortgage payment, you will likely see different items included. Typically, a monthly mortgage payment is made up of principal, interest, taxes, and insurance. All these items combine to create one payment that goes directly…
What to Include in a Hawaii Real Estate Listing
Getting ready to list your home in Hawaii? Great! Whether you are working with a real estate agent or listing it yourself, here are a few things that you want to include in your Hawaii real estate listing to make…
Should I Get a Pool in Hawaii? Pros and Cons Explored
As summer temperatures reach record highs in many parts of the United States (Including Hawaii), homeowners are looking for ways to keep cool and have fun. Installing a pool sounds like a great idea, but there are things you should…
Should I Rent or Own a Home in 2022?
One of the most-asked questions in the real estate market this year (especially in Hawaii) is whether to rent or buy a home. While the answer will be different for everyone and every situation, there are a few pros and…
What is a Buyer’s Market and Are We in One?
People looking to buy a home have been seeing prices increase and supply dwindle to almost nothing in some areas. But local real estate agents and their clients are beginning to see things turn around in some parts. Does this…
How to Boost Your Credit Score to Prepare for Buying a House
If you are getting ready for home ownership in Hawaii, you have probably taken a good long look at your personal finances. Having a great credit score can be helpful when qualifying for a mortgage. If yours is less than…