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When Life Circumstances Change Reserved housing programs create incredible opportunities for local buyers to own homes in communities like Ward Village. However, these programs also include regulations designed to preserve long-term affordability.At Ulana Ward Village, those regulations include owne

At ONE Pacific Realty, we’re always looking for ways to make homeownership more rewarding — and that includes helping our clients turn their new condos into comfortable, beautiful spaces that feel like home. After seeing firsthand the care, professionalism, and modern island styling of Wabi Sabi Haw

Don’t Miss the September 30th Deadline: File for Your Home Exemption If you purchased a home in Hawaiʻi, one of the most important steps you can take to reduce your property tax bill is to apply for a Home Exemption. The deadline to file for this year is September 30th, and missing it could mean pay

  April brought more good news for homebuyers on Oʻahu. While overall sales remain lower than last year, inventory is up, competition is down, and homes are staying on the market longer — all signs of a market that favors buyers. According to the Honolulu Board of Realtors, 241 single-family homes a

Today, the real estate and mortgage worlds are buzzing with the news the Rocket Companies has agreed to acquire Redfin in an all-stock deal that values the real estate listings platform at $1.75 billion. Rocket’s CEO Varun Krishna wrote on LinkedIn that the acquisition will connect Rocket’s mortgage

  With so many condominiums in Hawaii, understanding the distinctions between pets, service animals, and assistance animals is crucial, especially when navigating the Association of Apartment Owners (AOAO/AOAU ) policies. These classifications not only influence community dynamics but also intersect

Photo Courtesy of Keeaumoku Development Owner LLC. Leasing has officially begun for the commercial spaces within The Park on Keeaumoku, an expansive mixed-use development spanning approximately 3.5 acres in Honolulu’s Ala Moana neighborhood. Situated along Keeaumoku Street between Liona and Rycroft

December closed out the year with a jump in sales for both single-family homes and condos. Single-family home sales totaled 228, a 25.3% increase from the previous year, while condo sales rose 18.8% to 323 compared to last December. Year-over-year, the median days on market for single-family homes s

HOME EXEMPTION  The first home exemption law was enacted in 1896 by the Republic of Hawaii to provide some tax relief, encourage home ownership and the settlement of land. In 1896, the home exemption amount was $300. Beginning tax year 2024-2025, the home exemption will be $120,000 for homeowners un

As a result of the recent NAR settlement, buyers must execute a Buyer Representation Contract prior to touring homes with a Realtor. Why am I being asked to sign this? If you’re a homebuyer working with an agent who is a REALTOR®, it means you are working with a professional ethically obligated to w