by Dan Polimino | Feb 2, 2009 | Hawaii Real Estate
Quick Answer: Yes, for the right buyer, now may present a unique window for acquiring land on the Kona-Kohala Coast. With less competition and potentially more motivated sellers, buyers may find prime parcels for a custom home or investment, particularly as the...
by Dan Polimino | Dec 10, 2008 | Hawaii Real Estate
Quick Answer: Federal interest rate cuts typically lead to lower mortgage rates, making luxury homes on the Kona-Kohala Coast more affordable for buyers and potentially increasing buyer demand. This can translate to faster sales and stronger offers for sellers,...
by Dan Polimino | Oct 29, 2008 | Hawaii Real Estate
Quick Answer: If your Hawaii vacation rental faces foreclosure, current laws primarily protect primary residents, not typically short-term tenants. However, proposed federal legislation aims to reintroduce protections similar to the Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure...
by Dan Polimino | Sep 24, 2008 | Hawaii Real Estate
Quick Answer: Mobile property information platforms significantly accelerate the sale of a Kona-Kohala Coast vacation rental by providing instant, 24/7 access to property details, photos, and virtual tours directly on buyers’ smartphones. This immediate access can...
by Dan Polimino | Sep 17, 2008 | Hawaii Real Estate
Quick Answer: While 55+ communities can offer a desirable lifestyle, the current market for these properties, particularly in luxury second-home destinations like the Kona-Kohala Coast, faces unique challenges. Many potential buyers are struggling to sell their...
by Dan Polimino | Aug 8, 2008 | Hawaii Real Estate
Quick Answer: The first-time homebuyer tax credit is 10% of the property value up to $7,500, fully refundable, but it often functions as an interest-free loan to be repaid over 15 years. If you sell your home within 15 years, you generally have to repay the remaining...
