by The Hawaii Team | Feb 25, 2026 | Blog
Each of the luxury resorts along the Kona-Kohala Coast recorded at least one sale in January. Three resorts – Kohanaiki, Kūki`o, and Mauna Kea – recorded one home sale apiece. Hualālai, Waikoloa and Mauna Lani resorts posted condominium sales – one at Hualālai, three...
by The Hawaii Team | Feb 24, 2026 | Blog
Hawai‘i Real Estate: A Market Reset—and the Opportunity Ahead Over the past several months, one theme has dominated conversations across the islands: uncertainty. Homes are taking longer to sell. Buyers are moving more cautiously. Many sellers are holding firm on...
by Claire | Feb 5, 2026 | Ask The Hawaii Team, Blog, Uncategorized
Quick answer: While Hawaiʻi is known for low property tax rates for full-time residents who qualify for homeowner exemptions, second homes and investment properties on the Kona–Kohala Coast are often taxed at higher rates—commonly around $11–$13 per $1,000 of assessed...
by The Hawaii Team | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog
Quick Answer: As a seller, you cannot manufacture market urgency. You must earn it by positioning your specific property—whether it’s a villa in Kukio or a condo in Mauna Lani—as the undeniable best value in its class. This typically requires aggressive pricing...
by The Hawaii Team | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog
What are the best things to do near my vacation rental on the Big Island’s Kohala Coast? Quick Answer: The Kona-Kohala Coast offers a unique blend of world-class dining and unparalleled natural experiences, making it ideal for second homeowners and their guests....
by The Hawaii Team | Jan 19, 2026 | Blog, Resorts
Quick Answer: The 2026 Big Island real estate market is neither a boom nor a bust; it is a highly strategic market. For buyers, stable interest rates and a gentle increase in inventory create a window for discerning purchases, particularly in luxury areas like the...