Hawaii Real Estate News
Q. What Color Do I Paint My House?
A. Picking the right paint colorcan bemore difficult than figuring out what to wear. At least you can go home and change your clothes if you find yourself mismatched. It is a good idea to first observe what kind of…
How Can I Choose The Right Professional?
When selecting the right professional it is not just buying the service, it is choosing the right service relationship that fits your needs. Rather than just hiring a person who is "nice" or "looks honest", here are four C's that…
How can I make my home appear larger without remodeling?
A. There are many tricks to fool the eye and make each room in your home to appear larger than its actual dimensions. Try a few of these tips:Use mirrors to reflect the focal point of your room. The mirror…
Q. What natural scents can make my home appealing to buyers?
A. This is a common question asked of real estate agents and it is a little surprising how easily mistakes can be made that turn buyers off.Generally, fragrant candles and aerosol room fresheners are too strong to be used just…
How do I find the best deal when getting a home loan?
A. Your decisions about a home loan can translate into thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. Request quotes from lenders and follow these tips to get the best deal on a mortgage:Stay confidentand ask for clarification of…
What can I ask a seller to pay for?
Remember, everything you ask from a seller is a concession in their mind. Whether youre asking them to lower the price, make a decorating allowance or contribute to your closing costs, they are primarily interested in the bottom line dollar…
The Seven Second Rule
We've all heard of the five second rule. We use this rule to teach our kids that a slow reaction to pick-up a dropped morsel, is a lost opportunity. Well, the second second rule can be just as important, especially…
It's Three Degrees in Hawaii
In a conversation with a new client we discovered not only that we shared the same acquaintances but also mutual friends, and even more, discovered we were related by marriage. Things can't get any smaller when living in Hawaii. "Forget…
FHA Loan Costs Increasing April 1st
FHA stands for Federal Housing Administration. They provide a government insured loan program which allows a borrower to finance up to 96.5% oftheir home purchase. This is beneficial for first time home buyers who do not have a lot of…
Pre-Qualification vs Pre-Approval
Q: We entered into a contract with someone who wanted to buy our home. The agent representing the buyer presented us with a pre-qualification letter from a lender. Today we discovered the buyer was rejected for financing. How can this…