Open houses in Hawai'i can feel like a weekend afternoon activity. You pull up, slip off your slippers at the door, grab a flyer, and walk through. But if you are seriously thinking about buying, an open house is one of the most valuable tools you have, and most buyers are not using them well. Here is how to make every open house work for you. Before You Walk Through the Door A little prep goes a long way. Before you show up, pull the MLS listing and look at the photos carefu

March brought some of the most interesting data we've seen across the Hawaiian Islands in a while. On O'ahu, single-family home sales surged while the condo market showed signs of cooling. On the Big Island, overall sales activity dipped but total sales volume actually climbed, a signal that higher-priced homes are still moving. Maui surprised with a strong jump in closed sales across both segments, even as prices softened from last year's highs. And Kauaʻi posted the sharpes

Easter Bunny's Cake A moist, warmly spiced carrot cake with a silky cream cheese frosting, crushed pineapple for moisture, and a touch of orange zest for brightness. By Moses Bell | The Cooking Realtor, Team Alaka'i A Little About Me I'm Moses Bell, one of the agents here on Team Alaka'i, brokered by eXp Realty. What most people don't know about me right away is that I spend just as much time in the kitchen as I do writing offers. Food is how I connect. It's how I show up for

If you’re looking for an affordable new home in one of Oʻahu’s most exciting master-planned communities, Keʿolu at Koa Ridge is a development worth knowing about. Welcome home to Keʿolu at Koa Ridge , Castle & Cooke’s new affordable condominium townhome series thoughtfully designed for Hawaiʻi families. Located within the growing community of Koa Ridge , Keʿolu offers beautifully designed homes, quality finishes, energy-saving features, and access to a community built around