Hawaii Real Estate News
Lead Paint in Older Homes
If youre planning to buy, rent or renovate a home built before 1978, you need to read the Renovate Right brochure produced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. (www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovaterightbrochure.pdf). In it youll learn that lead-based paint, which is dangerous to…
Tired of Junk? Try This!
Does your physical mailbox overflow with catalogs, solicitations and loads of other stuff you just dont want? You can opt out of some of these mailings by contacting the companies directly or trying these sites: www.optoutprescreen.com. This is the official…
10 Tips for a Safe and Healthy Kitchen
1. Before preparing any food, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Dry your hands with a clean towel.2. Hot foods should be at a temperature greater than 60C/140F. Once served, any uneaten food should not…
Keeping Cool Without A/C
It can be easy to keep your house cool without air conditioning. Sunlight management and wise fan use can help keep you cool, be environmentally friendly and save you money.1) Hot Air Out, Cool Air InThe most basic thing you…
Mistakes to Avoid When Investing in Real Estate
Even smart investors make mistakes. Here are three common mistakes and what you should do instead: Not Doing Your Homework. Evaluate your financial situation and understand the right numbers to calculate. Learn the basics about cash flow, appreciation, and loan…
Liability Protection When Hiring a Mover
Under federal law, interstate movers must provide liability information outlined in the Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move booklet. The two options to protect your belongings (called valuation coverage) are:Full Value Protection. Your mover is liable for the replacement…
Little Improvements Can Make a Big Difference
Little Improvements Can Make a Big DifferenceHome improvement projects dont have to be expensive or take a lot of time. A few little updates can give your home a new and improved look. Whether you can do it yourself or…
Make the Most of Your Home Insurance Dollars
Whats the best way to make the most of your insurance dollars and protect your belongings in case of an emergency or disaster? Create a home inventory of everything you own.According to the Insurance Information Institute, the home inventory will…
How Will Market Value for Your Home be Established?
Market value is simply what a buyer is willing to pay and a seller is willing to accept. This answer assumes that both parties are well informed about closed home sales that are comparable based on four important factors: 1.…
Fall Back in Love With Your Home
Do you remember the feeling you had when you first stepped into your home? How it would be a special place for you and your family to create lifetime memories? As time passed, perhaps those feelings are no longer quite…