Market intelligence
from 43 years on the coast
Real analysis from someone who has watched this market cycle after cycle. Topics only someone with four decades of resort expertise can credibly write.
Big Island Vacation Rental Owners: Do You Have to Register AGAIN?
Existing registered STVRs are automatically registered under Hawai'i County's new TVR law, but owners still face annual registration renewals. Here is what current permit holders need to know.
Why National Real Estate Headlines Can Cost You Millions on the Big Island
National median price data has nothing to do with a $12 million oceanfront estate at Mauna Kea. Here is what actually moves the Kohala Coast luxury market.
What Nobody Tells You About Owning a Home at Mauna Kea Resort
Club membership obligations, renovation review processes, and the hidden costs that catch mainland buyers off guard at one of Hawaii's most prestigious resorts.
The Biggest Mistakes Mainland Buyers Make in Hawaii
From underestimating HOA fees to misunderstanding vacation rental rules, these are the expensive errors I have watched buyers make for four decades.
Trust, LLC, or Individual Ownership: What Is Right for Your Hawaii Property?
The ownership structure you choose affects taxes, liability, estate planning, and financing. Here is how high-net-worth buyers actually hold title in Hawaii.
How AI Is Changing Luxury Real Estate Marketing and Home Search
AI search is replacing Google for high-end buyers. Here is what homeowners and agents need to know about the shift happening right now.
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