by Dan Polimino | May 1, 2017 | Selling
Quick Answer: A post-occupancy agreement allows you to stay in your home after closing, typically for a short, defined period. On the Kona-Kohala Coast, this can make your property more attractive to buyers, especially in competitive markets, by providing flexibility...
by Dan Polimino | Apr 13, 2017 | Buying, Luxury Market, Selling
Quick Answer: Receiving multiple offers on your luxury home in Hawaii is exciting but complex. Review all terms carefully, not just price. Stay objective and rely on your agent’s expertise to negotiate the strongest overall deal, including contingencies, closing...
by Dan Polimino | Mar 21, 2017 | Luxury Market, Selling
Quick Answer: Spring 2024 presents a dynamic window for luxury real estate on the Kona-Kohala Coast, with strong buyer demand for well-positioned properties and opportunities for decisive buyers to secure prime assets, especially in resorts like Hualalai and Kukio...
by Dan Polimino | Oct 28, 2015 | Ask The Hawaii Team, Selling
Quick Answer: Deciding whether to sell your luxury Kona-Kohala Coast home during the holidays depends on current market conditions and your personal goals. In a seller’s market with limited inventory, serious buyers remain active and competition is lower, which can...
by Dan Polimino | Feb 3, 2015 | Buying, Financing, Selling
Quick Answer: In Hawaii, your earnest money deposit, typically 1% to 3% of the purchase price for a luxury property, is held in escrow and is generally returned to you if the sale fails due to seller default or mutual agreement. However, if you as the buyer default on...
by Dan Polimino | Dec 16, 2014 | Buying, Luxury Market, Selling
Quick Answer: Understanding the real estate market for your luxury Hawaii property involves tracking interest rates, overall economic health, supply and demand, government policies, demographics, and local market conditions. While current dynamics on the Kona-Kohala...
