With the Maui real estate market showing signs of improvement through various metrics and demand on the reduced inventory putting upward pressure on prices, potential buyers must be diligent in finding a property that best meets their needs while providing a good value. So with that, it’d be a good time to dig a bit deeper on a couple of comparable properties on Maui. To make it interesting, we chose one in West Maui and one in South Maui. (more…)

With the peak of the season beginning in Maui and snowbirds from all over North America escaping the winter, one of the most common questions by those interested in purchasing is: “So how is the market doing?”.  And as the Valley Isle offers a number of different micro-climates, it also has a market that experiences (at times) dramatically different conditions from area to area. However, looking at statistics from the previous 2 years shows trends from which one could draw projections:

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Sotheby’s Reigns in Maui Luxury Real Estate

The U.S. real estate marketplace has been truly affected by the recession and continuing worries about the global economy due to concerns of Europe’s future, yet Maui continues to maintain its reputation as one of the strongest long-term equity markets in North America by showing significant signs of improvement. Of particular note is the high end sector of Maui real estate. Affluent buyers are back in Maui again and it has reflected on some very impressive numbers. (more…)

Honua Kai – Kaanapali’s Luxury Resort

Initially offered in the 2006/2007 time frame, pre-construction sales at Honua Kai were outstanding. And even with the slowing economy and concerns about global financial troubles, Honua Kai sales continue to raise the bar in the Maui luxury real estate market. And as high season commences on Maui and droves of visitors flock to our shores, interest in popular vacation rental condominiums typically raises accordingly. As such, it’d be the perfect time to post a Honua Kai sales update, keeping potential buyers informed.

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Beachfront Condos at Mana Kai

Yesterday, while enjoying a day at the beach with the family on Keawakapu Beach, we noticed whales breaching in the distance. Given that we are heading into the time of the year when whale sightings are fairly common, it wasn’t surprising. However, the pod of dolphins outside of Mana Kai was a bit more startling. Within 25-40 yards from the beach, the dolphins hung around for quite some time, with some paddle boarders and swimmers joining in the fun. I wish I had a camera, but as I was planning on spending time in the water and building sand castles with my son, I did not have one.

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