Historically low inventory levels and high demand in the Oahu real estate market mean you have to move fast when buying property. Homes stay on the market for an average of 14 days, from listing until a contract (offer) is accepted. When you see the home you’ve been looking for, it’s important that you move […]

Multigenerational living has traditionally been a strong trend in Hawaii. Today, the number of multigenerational households is growing throughout the U.S. The year the recession ended, 17% of the population lived in multi-generational households according to an analysis of census data by Pew Research Center. That number rose to 19% five years later, in 2014. […]

Eighteenth in a series At the top of Okoa Street in Waialae Iki V is a unique, acre-plus estate integrated with the forested countryside. The extensively landscaped property is bordered by conservation land, creating a private, tranquil hillside retreat with spectacular views in all directions. Situated at approximately 1,200 feet above Kahala, the elegant home […]

Q. Can you ask a tenant on an application if they have a medical marijuana card, service animal, assistance or comfort animal? A. Although, I do not believe there is a law prohibiting these questions, I would strongly advise against having them on an application. Whether it be a medical marijuana card or a service […]

Seventeenth in a series Portlock is one of Oahu’s oldest oceanfront kamaaina neighborhoods, a distinctive mix of vintage homes, remodels, and new builds that continues to attract upscale buyers. A classic Portlock home with a rich history of noted kamaaina residents has recently been placed on the market by Realtor Dianne Willoughby of List Sotheby’s […]