The Hawaii Team Real Estate Blog
So, You Want a Place on the Ocean?!
By Dan Polimino Of course you do! I was meeting with a client at a local eatery and he said to me, “It’s always been my dream to have a place in Hawai`i right on the ocean.” And why not? I mean, it’s one of the reasons why you would move to Hawai`i or own a second...
September 2025 Featured Restaurant & Activity
Featured Activity: Atlantis Adventures Submarine Tour Discover the magic of Kona’s undersea world while diving over 100 feet beneath the sea in an eco-friendly, 48-passenger submarine. Learn about Kona’s marine mysteries in the air-conditioned comfort of this Coast...
July 2025 Sales Statistics for the Big Island West Coast
July real estate activity continued to be slow in the resorts along the Kona-Kohala Coast, with just a single home sale in Kūki`o and five condominium sales – two each in Mauna Lani Resort and Waikoloa Beach Resort and one at Kohanaiki. On the upside, these properties...
June Market Statistics for the Kohala Coast
Real estate activity along the Kona-Kohala Coast was quiet in June, with only a few condominium sales and no single-family home sales within the resort areas. The exception was Mauna Lani Resort, which was the bright spot with six condominium closings. Mauna Kea...
Featured Big Island Restaurant & Activity for August
Featured Activity: A Day Trip to the East Side – Explore ʻImiloa Astronomy Center Located on the University of Hawaiʻi-Hilo campus, ʻImiloa Astronomy Center is a must-visit destination for anyone curious about the stars, Hawaiian culture, and the art ofnavigation....
Kona’s Coastal Calendar: What’s Happening from Now to Thanksgiving
As we settle into the second half of the year, the Kona Coast truly comes alive—offering a rich blend of culture, cuisine, music, and outdoor celebration. From the sun-kissed shores of Waikoloa and the world-class resorts of Mauna Lani to the historic charm of...
May Sales Statistics for the Big Island Resort Areas
Apart from condominium sales in Mauna Lani and Waikoloa Beach resorts, real estate activity along the Kona-Kohala Coast was light. Mauna Lani Resort led the market with six condominium sales, followed by three in Waikoloa Beach Resort and one in Mauna Kea Resort....
The Leverage Is Yours, For Now.
By Dan Polimino The slow season in Hawai`i is May 1 through November 1. There is usually is a little bit of an uptick in activity in the summer months of June, July and August based on summer vacation travel. But, for the most part tourism is down, sales transactions...
Our Featured Activity & Restaurant on the Big Island This Month
Featured Restaurant: Jackie Rey's Jackie Rey’s of Kona, a longtime dining destination, is truly “Paradise on a Plate.” New ownership has spruced up the restaurant and the menu is full of favorites as well as new offerings to tempt the palates. The open-air ambiance is...
Redefining Vacation Rentals: Big Island Stays Unveils Premium Upgrades
I am more and more excited about all the improvements we are bringing to our property management company, Big Island Stays. One of the things we are setting out to do is redefine how short-term vacation rental properties are managed. We want to disrupt the old...
April Sales Statistics for the Kohala Coast
Condominium sales picked up in April with eight units closing in Mauna Lani Resort, followed by five closings in Waikoloa Beach Resort and two in Hualālai Resort. Home sales were led by Mauna Kea Resort with two closings, followed by single home sale closures in...
Our Featured Restaurant & Activity for the Big Island
Featured Restaurant: Huggo's For a special night out or a pau hana sunset experience visit Huggo’s, an iconic oceanfront restaurant in the heart of Kailua-Kona. Established in 1969, the restaurant is open daily from 4 to 9 p.m. with happy hour from 4 to 5 p.m. Owner...