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(R), ABR, CIPS, CRS, GRI, SRES, AHWD, e-PRO, QSC, RSPS, TRC           
Licensed Broker in Hawaii & California
 
East Oahu Realty, Inc.
6600 Kalanianaole Hwy., #114
Honolulu, HI  96825
Direct: 808-375-8959
Toll Free: 866-773-3351
Fax:  866-775-1356 
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Real Estate Reports                             Last updated: 04/19/2008 09:11:17 PM

Hawaii real estate practices have some unique twists and we recommend you investigate before buying or selling. If you are seeking real estate in Hawaii we can help you with information about our sometimes challenging customs. Here are some places to start:

Special Reports and valuable information:

Hawaii Historical Home Prices      Walt & Arla's Service For Life Newsletter

Outside Contractor List

 

General Property Issues
Hawaii Leasehold vs. Fee Ownership
What is the difference between Land Court System and Regular System at the Bureau of Conveyances?
Inspection Myths: What You Don't Know Could Affect Your Deals
Feng Shui-Making a positive impact on any room
How to Handle Bad Neighbors
Secret to avoiding foreclosure
Preparing Your Home For a Hurricane
Six Ways You Can Make Your House More Affordable
Is Your Building Going Condo? Here's What You Should Know
How To Get Yourself Out Of Trouble When Your Investment Is Far Away
So, You Want to Be A Landlord...
Fixing Up Homes To Sell Can Be Risky
What Renovations Are Worth Doing?
Sidestepping Risks When Buying or Selling a Home
Hawaii Real Property Tax Rates (Fiscal Year 2004-2005)
'Word-of-mouth' key in selecting a real estate agent
Condo Concerns
What the Conveyance Tax Increase Will Mean

Transferees Debate Whether to Sell or Rent

Affordable Housing?
Agency-Part 1, or Who's Looking Out For You?
Agency-Part 2, or Who Does Your Agent Represent?
Home Warranties: Are They Worth It?
Disclosure of Drug Manufacture on Residential Real Property Bill introduced
HAR's 2005 Legislative Agenda
Real Estate Issues To Watch (2004-2005 Hawaii Legislature
Federal Disaster Aid-What is it? - How do you get it?
 
Mortgages
Mortgage Market Analysis 8-31-07
Hawaii Home Mortgage Refinance
Short Sales Not Just About Canceling Mortgage
Should I pay points to lower the rate?
First Step for Buyer: Find Out Your Credit Score
Seller Financing?
Interest-only loans take off
 
Real Estate Tips for the Small Businessperson
Tip #1 (General)
Tip #2 (Taxes Part 1)
Tip #3 (Taxes Part 2)
Tips For Real Estate Investors
 
Sellers
Do's and don'ts for fending off foreclosure
Seller Discovers There's Work Required to Stage Her Home
Home Sellers: How to Find The Best Agent for the Job
'Structured Sales' Aim to Ease Tax Bite, but Returns Are Slim
10 Tips for Pet Owning Sellers
Price Low to Sell High
Strategies for Selling Your Home In a Cooling Real-Estate Market
Cost vs. Value Report-What's the payback for remodeling? Our annual report compares construction cost with resale value in 60 markets
Home Improvements to Avoid When Selling Your House
Tips for Home Sellers In a Cooling Market
Home-Selling Strategies For a Softening Market
Selling My Home.. Reality Check!
Selling a Primary Residence converted from a Rental Property acquired in a 1031 exchange
Vacation Home May Not Meet Starker Rules
IRS News Release - Home Sale Exclusion Rules 2002
Is A Flat Fee Broker The Right Choice For You?
Pre-Sale Home Inspections?
Beware of Overpricing Your Home
Pricing and Marketing Your Home on Your Own
FSBO-How To Sell Your Home Yourself, For The Highest Possible Price, And Avoid Paying A Big Commission
 
Buyers
Short Sales – Hawaii Buyer Beware!
A Guide for First Timers Making That First Big Home Purchase
"Natural Hazard Considerations for Purchasing Coastal Property in Hawaii: A Practical Guide to Common Questions and Answers"
Buying, Managing Small Properties Can Pay Off
Purchasing a Commercial Property: Regulations, Contamination, and Liability
Tactics for Buying a New House As the Housing Market Cools
Checklist for Buying a Condo
The Benefits of Buying a Home In a Cooling Real-Estate Market
Why You Might Want to Get Pre-approved for a Home Loan
Twenty Must-Know Tips About Buying International Property
Why Buying Property Near A University is a Smart Move
Tips for Avoiding Land Mines In New-Home Contracts
Local Trends Matter Most When Making a Home-Buying Decision
Tips for Buying a Rental Unit In a Resort Vacation Community
Tips on Buying a Condotel As a Rental Residence
Buying a Rental Property That Will Generate Cash
When The Seller Won't Sell
It's Best Not to Skip A Home Inspection
Competing in a Seller's Market
Buying A Home.. Reality Check
Buying a Bank Owned (REO) Property
Buying a 'Short Sale' Property

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