Eleventh a series Indoor-outdoor living defines the Island lifestyle. The essential ingredient in homes that support this lifestyle is open design, but there are other important features to consider, such as the nature of the property itself. For example, homes in some of Hawaii’s older neighborhoods set the stage for indoor-outdoor living with larger lots […]

Oahu’s upsurge in property values provides an excellent opportunity for homeowners wanting to take advantage of the increase in their home’s equity. Traditionally, a home equity line of credit (HELOC) allows a borrower to tap into the equity in their home to finance major purchases or pay other expenses. And because the line uses the […]

CARL L. FRAZIER, B, (R), PB, RMP Owner, Principal Broker Cornerstone Properties Past President, Oahu Chapter National Association of Residential Property Managers and National Conference Speaker Q. My unit came with a built-in microwave, but it broke recently. My landlord says it’s a “small appliance” and that they aren’t required to fix or replace it. […]

Tenth a series An architect-designed single family home fronting a wide sandy beach rarely becomes available, particularly on Oahu’s North Shore. A luxurious and spacious home located in a private enclave on Hawaii’s world-famous Sunset Beach was recently placed on the market by the owner and is now being offered by LIST Sotheby’s International Realty. […]

Graduating from college or completing your training in preparation for a career, then being hired for that new job are important milestones in life. For many young professionals, getting their first home is another milestone, and the new job may be the critical factor in obtaining a mortgage. For decades, lenders have required a first […]