2012 in Oahu Real Estate went on record as one of the strongest seller's markets in a long time.  The median home price for at the end of 2012 was $620,000, up 7.8% since last year, while condos were at $317,500, up 5.8%.

A year ago, Oahu median home prices …

Many people don't realize that Obamacare contains a new 3.8% tax on real estate sales.  

It won't effect most people, but it will effect those with upper income.  Add up all of your income from every possible source, and
if that total is less than $200,000 ($250,000 on a …

Over the years, I have seen some truly spectacular homes here in Hawaii - from movie star mansions to CEO villas, the multitude of luxury homes in this corner of the world has always impressed me. Yet these 3 exquisite properties set the bar even higher, offering their potential owners a luxury …

Congratulations to my buyer on this beautiful beach front purchase!  With over 10,000 sqft of space, 9 bedrooms and 6 baths, this is an estate that impresses all visitors.  With a beautiful sandy beach park right next it, a huge pool and spa, and a view beyond compare, this …

Inspired by the lush tropical foliage and clear blue waters of the Hawaiian islands, many local interior designers have developed a unique sense of style over the years. Informed by a combination of classical design theory and distinct Hawaiian trends, this popular "Hawaii style" of interior design can today be …

A couple months ago, economist Paul Brewbaker predicted that Oahu single family home prices would reach $800,000 within 3 years. 

Is he trustworthy?  Well back in 2003, he predicted that the median price on Oahu would increase 60 percent from $380,000 to $600,000 by 2005, and he was exactly right.  …

279 Oahu home sales in June, a +12.5% rise. Prices up to $620,000 from $562,500 last June, up +10.2%.

342 condos were sold in June, a decrease of 3.4 percent from June 2011.

According to the Days on Market indicator, sales for single-family homes were accepted at a slower pace …

I just listed this beautiful Moana Kai town home in Hawaii Kai for $685,000.  We received multiple offers on the first day of showing and it is now in escrow over the asking price. 

Check out the beautiful lawn in front of the unit. 

This end unit has a …

On Monday I listed this very nice corner unit in Nohona at Mililani Mauka for $430,000.

It is now in escrow after just 4 days, as we received 4 offers well over asking price.  The first open house is Sunday, but we already have an accepted contract plus a backup …

From the Board of Realtors:

"During June, sales of 279 single-family homes and 342 condominiums were reported through the Board's
MLS; single-family home sales experienced a 12.5 percent increase while condominium sales decreased
by 3.4 percent from June 2011. The median price paid for island properties in June was $620,000 …