February’s Recommended Restaurant & Activity on The Big Island

by The Hawaii Team | Feb 24, 2026 | Uncategorized

Featured Restaurant: Patina & Kona Biscuit Company Patina, styled as a new American gastropub and Kona Biscuit Company, a new breakfast/brunch and dining venue are both now open at Queens Marketplace in the Waikoloa Beach Resort. Located in the former Sansei...

Where are the best luxury neighborhoods for a second home on Hawaii’s Big Island?

by Claire | Feb 16, 2026 | Resorts, Uncategorized

Quick answer: The premier luxury neighborhoods on the Big Island’s Kona–Kohala Coast, ideal for second homes and investment, include Kukio, Hualālai (Four Seasons), Kohanaiki, Mauna Lani, and Mauna Kea. Each offers distinct amenities and lifestyle options, with price...

For Hawaii High-Net-Worth Investors: Is a Single-Family Home or Raw Land a Better Investment on the Kona-Kohala Coast?

by Claire | Feb 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

Quick answer: For high-net-worth investors on the Kona–Kohala Coast, a single-family home—particularly within established luxury resorts—tends to be a more appealing, usable, and consistently appreciating investment than raw land. This is largely due to the...

Why do Hawaii Team clients sell their luxury homes 5% higher and faster than the market average?

by Claire | Feb 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

Quick answer: The Hawaii Team consistently outperforms the broader Kona–Kohala Coast market by selling luxury homes at 98–99% of list price, compared to the market average of 93–94%, and in a fraction of the time. This success stems from three core pillars: precise...

What Happens If I Don’t Vet Rental Income for My Big Island Vacation Rental?

by Claire | Feb 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

Quick answer: Failing to properly vet rental revenue expectations for a short-term vacation rental on the Kona–Kohala Coast can create serious financial strain and turn a dream investment into a burden. Without accurate, expert-interpreted projections, you may...

How much should I budget annually for a second home in Hualalai or Mauna Kea, and what are the hidden costs of owning a luxury oceanfront home on Hawaii’s Kona-Kohala Coast?

by Claire | Feb 5, 2026 | Uncategorized

Quick Answer: For a luxury oceanfront estate on the Kona–Kohala Coast, you should budget a minimum of $5 million for the purchase, with prices routinely reaching $40–$50 million or more. Additionally, plan for annual carrying costs of approximately 2% to 5% of the...