CATHERINE M. MATTHEWS (R), GRI Broker-In Charge, Callahan Realty, Ltd. Past President, Oahu Chapter National Association of Residential Property Managers Frequently asked questions…and our answers. Q. When renting a fully furnished unit is there a way to get more protection for your furnishings? A. I am not aware of insurance or other protection of that […]

Ideally situated on the south facing slopes of Diamond Head is a classic, indoor outdoor home wrapped around a swimming pool and overlooking an expansive view of ocean and coastline. The five-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath home’s under-roof interior of 4,358 square feet is augmented by 2,891 square feet of decks and lanais. Built in 1962 and […]

The Federal Reserve, aka the FED, ended all of its intervention in interest rates at the end of 2016. The big question now is: What will interest rates do? This is an important question because interest rates have the biggest impact on monthly home-loan payments — and your buying power. Since September 2008, and the […]

The credit score is a crucial factor in qualifying for a loan. In most cases, life-changing purchases such as a home or car involve applying for a loan. What do lenders look at to determine loan eligibility? One huge marker is the credit score. Lenders look to the credit score to determine who is and […]

Opportunities to acquire homes designed by celebrated architect Vladimir Ossipoff FAIA are rare. Currently, a home referred to as an “Ossipoff masterpiece” is being offered by Locations Realtors Dolores Bediones and Takako Friend, who have co-listed it for $17,000,000. The five bedroom, six bath home is nearly 8,000 square feet under roof; a covered lanai […]