May 2016

Found 4 blog entries for May 2016.

Our team is proud to announce its participation in the recent sale of one of the premium units at Kapalua Bay Villas. With a direct front-row location on one of the most idyllic locations within the property, unit 36G1-3 offered a unique opportunity to own one of the best units at one of the most revered properties in Kapalua, which in its own right is deemed as one of the most sought-after resorts in Hawaii. 

The sale recorded on May 27 for a sales price of $1.45M, at a sales price of $948 per square foot for the 1,529 square foot 2 bedroom luxury condominium. Our team proudly represented the Buyer in what is arguably one of the best front-row units. For a more in-depth perspective on valuation at Kapalua Bay Villas, broken down by location within the

One of the most important questions a homeowner should ask is the property tax liability. Yet comparing property tax rates across the country can be incredibly daunting as these taxes can be assessed by multiple agencies with vastly different formulas. A recent study by CoreLogic reiterated that Hawaii enjoys the lowest median property tax rate in the country at 0.31%, which is significantly lower than the national median of 1.31% and it is merely a fraction of the nation's highest, with Illinois 'leading' at 2.67% - please refer to the chart below. It is worth noting that the actual amounts paid are a function of assessed values, which are determined at a local level using varying algorithms and automated-valuation models. 

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Our team is proud to announce its participation in the recent sale of one of the premium units at Kihei Kai Nani. With a corner unit location in building 1, Kihei Kai Nani 105 offered a unique opportunity to own one of the best units in the entire complex. 

The sale recorded on May 6 for a sales price of $315K, at a sales price of $507 per square foot for the 621 square foot 1 bedroom vacation-rentable condominium. Our team proudly represented the Buyer in what is arguably one of the best units in Kihei in this price range. Corner location for more light, immaculately maintained with extreme pride-in-ownership, and conveniently located to all the on-site amenities make KKN 105 one of the better values in South Kihei.

For a more in-depth perspective

Over the years our team has been involved some of the most significant sales in the Maui real estate market. From Wailea, to Kapalua, to Kaanapali, our members have represented clients in the purchase and sale of properties in various niches.

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We proud to announce our participation in the sale of one of Kaanapali Shores most sought-after units: Kaanapali Shores 903.  As one of the forefront stacks (with only the '01' stack in front of it) and the high elevation of the 9th floor, this unit enjoys one of the most commanding ocean view corridors of any unit in Kaanapali Shores and the the overall Kaanapali condo market. 

With the sale closing on May 4th at a recorded sales price of $895K, it presents a strong opportunity for the new owner for