CATHERINE M. MATTHEWS (R), GRI Broker-In Charge, Callahan Realty, Ltd. Past President, Oahu Chapter National Association of Residential Property Managers Q. I am renting my large single family home out for the first time. What are a few things I might want to discuss with the tenants that are not in the standard lease? A. […]

Are rising home prices putting homeownership beyond your reach? Think again. We now have all-time low mortgage interest rates, special grant monies to assist with down payment, and an array of special loan programs to fit your needs. The time has never been better to think of buying a home! The place to start is […]

When the winter season arrives on Oahu’s North Shore, it brings big waves, surfers and vacationers who seek a tropical retreat. The North Shore may be surfing’s mecca, but it is also an ocean lover’s paradise, with humpback whales in the winter, sea turtles all year and beautiful, uninterrupted stretches of sunny beaches. While many […]

Homeowners have been hearing for several years now that “interest rates are at an all-time low…hurry up and refinance.” Many have already taken advantage of low interest rates by refinancing the mortgage on their existing home, or by buying a new home. But did you know that it might be possible to take advantage of […]

BY LISA LEE Despite the saying about not judging a book by its cover, when it comes to selling real estate, it’s often love at first sight … or not. First impressions do count. Typically, a homebuyer makes up their mind within 30 seconds of walking into an open house or listing. In fact, if […]