New vibrant greenery emerges amidst a backdrop of lifeless leaves. This symbol of hope is our beloved Lahaina Banyan Tree, serving as a beacon of optimism and resilience for our local community and its residents who recently faced devastating losses in the Maui wildfires. Despite the daunting challenges, the Lahaina Banyan Tree and its community […]
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Maui Fire Updates — September 2023
First off, I’m grateful for everyone for continuing to check in and ask how Maui’s doing and where things are at. It’s been six weeks now and I felt compelled to share some of my thoughts. This tragedy really shined light on Maui, both positively and negatively. In the immediate aftermath, there was so much […]
Maui Wildfires 2023: Hope; Courage; Gratitude
First and foremost, my heart is heavy. The destruction that occurred on our island is still hard to comprehend. Sometimes, it feels impossible to process the scope of it all. Two weeks have passed, and the tales of devastation and anguish persist; yet, they’re still somehow growing. Words fail to adequately convey the depths of […]
Lahaina & Maui Fire Relief – how to help
On Tuesday August 8th 2023, our Maui community was devastated by wildfires caused by unexpected hurricane force winds. These fires have devastated the communities of Lahaina and Kula. Historic Lahaina town pretty much completely burnt down in a matter of hours. It’s very hard for us to comprehend the tragic loss of life, the loss […]
What Are HARPTA/FIRPTA? A Must Know For Canadian Buyers
Maui real estate stands out as one of the most robust and promising long-term equity growth markets in the world. Its allure extends far and wide, attracting investors from various corners of the country and around the globe. In fact, non-residents own about 25% of Hawaii’s real estate, a fact that poses challenges for both […]
1031 Exchange — Biggest Tax Loophole In Real Estate?
When an investor sells an investment property for more than it was paid for originally, any profits from the sales price are subject to capital-gains taxes. There is however a way to defer capital gains taxes thanks to current IRS Section 1031 of the tax code. An investor can sell their previous investment property (aka […]
Is it Worth Owning an Electric Vehicle on Maui?
Best Health Food Stores on Maui
What Are The Top 5 Health Food Stores On Maui With some of the most nutrient rich volcanic soil in the world, Maui is known for its stellar produce. Tropical fruits are plentiful. Bounties from the sea and land, numerous. On this island, we are blessed with tremendous locally grown flavors. So skip Walmart or […]
Who Are The Top Real Estate Agents On Maui?
Dano Sayles — Consistent Top REALTOR On Maui! Please join us in congratulating our team leader, Dano Sayles, for the national recognition he received as the #7 REALTOR in Hawaii by sales volume, and the #2 ranked REALTOR on Maui for 2023! Earlier this month (June 2023), RealTrends announced their 18th annual “The Thousand List”, […]
How To Create A CPR On Maui
On Maui, creating a Condominium Property Regime (“CPR”) allows a property to be divided into two or more separate units of ownership. This is an incredible opportunity to divide up a property without going through a formal subdivision process which takes much longer, and in many cases can be cost prohibitive. Even though the underlying land […]