Q. I just had a leak into my unit from the unit above me. The owner wants to have a company come in to dry my unit. I have guests right now. Can I refuse to have the company come in until after my guests leave in a week? What are my rights? Can I […]

Ninth in a series Probably the last place a buyer with a limited budget would look for an affordably priced condo is an upscale resort. However, given today’s volatile marketplace and economic uncertainties, a good buy could turn up anyplace, anytime. Currently Realtor Danette K. Andrews in the Century 21 All Islands Princeville office is […]

DARLENE HIGA (RA), MPM, RMP Property Manager, The Realty Company, Ltd. Past President, Oahu Chapter National Association of Residential Property Managers Q. I’m considering getting a photovoltaic solar system for a home I own and rent out. What steps should I take and where do I begin? A. A photovoltaic system uses photovoltaic (PV) modules […]

Model Home Preview to Begin August 31, 2013 Kipuka, the newest neighborhood in the family-friendly resort community of Hoakalei, is set to launch with two charming new home collections. Meaning “oasis” in Hawaiian, the first gated neighborhood at Hoakalei offers a beautifully secluded enclave surrounded by the picturesque fair-ways and waterways of Ernie Els’ signature […]

Jeff Howard Kapolei Branch Manager NMLS #470411 Mann Mortgage, LLC Why are VA home loans so popular now? There were previously many 100% financing options that appeared more appealing to buyers and sellers. After the meltdown of investors on the secondary market (Wall Street), these products went away. Now with second mortgages all but gone […]