Kai Ioh | November 2025 If you’re a non-resident of Hawaii, or a foreign national planning to sell property here, there’s an important tax-related detail you’ll want to understand upfront: There is no special tax for non-residents. But Hawaii, along with the U.S. federal government, requires certain sellers to prepay taxes through withholding at the […]
Kai Ioh | NOV 2025 Some homes tell stories. This one tells the story of Hawaiʻi itself. Perched along the rugged coastline of Kailua-Kona is a remarkable property known as the Thurston Estate, or by its older name, Laniākea—“immense heaven.” With roots tracing back over two centuries, this estate is more than just a beautiful […]
Kai Ioh | Updated Oct 2025 For more than a decade, the Big Island has been the benchmark for Hawaii’s luxury real estate market. While the pandemic brought new urgency to high-net-worth buyers seeking privacy, space, and exclusivity, the Big Island’s west side, particularly Kailua-Kona and the Kohala Coast, was already a well-established leader in […]
By Kai Ioh | October 2025 The Big Island market is showing mixed signals as we close out October.Condos are tightening, with inventory shrinking and balance returning after last year’s turbulence.Single-family homes are shifting into neutral territory as supply builds and pricing adjusts.Meanwhile, resort communities—especially at the high end—continue to move, supported by limited inventory […]
Kai Ioh | Oct 2025 The Kona real estate market continues to evolve as we move into the final quarter of 2025. Inventory patterns, buyer demand, and pricing trends are shifting, creating different dynamics for single-family homes and condominiums. Here’s a closer look at what’s happening in the market right now. Kona Condominium Market Condo […]
Kai and Emil | September 2025 Big things are on the horizon, and if you’re a client, friend, or follower of Compass, you’ll want to pay attention. Compass recently announced its plan to acquire Anywhere Real Estate in an all-stock deal. There are lots of articles about this so we will only give you direct […]
Kai Ioh | September 2025 Every October, our usually sleepy seaside town of Kailua-Kona transforms into the global capital of endurance. The Ironman World…
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By Kai Ioh | September, 2025 When most people think of avocados, they picture the familiar Hass variety stacked in supermarkets. What many don’t realize is that most of those Hass are picked early, then artificially ripened before reaching store shelves. Here in Hawaii, we live in a different world. The islands are home to […]
By Kai Ioh | September 2025 September Update: Programs Making a Difference On September 9, Sue Savio, one of Hawaii’s most respected insurance experts, shared something we haven’t heard often during this crisis: real optimism. According to Sue, the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund (HHRF) may be the rare law that worked from day one. For […]
Kona Single Family Home Market Trends Kona’s single family market reflects the national story of tight supply and softening prices. The median price slipped 3.4% YoY to $1.255M, while closed sales fell 17.6%. Despite slower closings, pending sales hit their highest point in 2025, showing steady demand. Inventory is at its lowest level in five […]
By Kai Ioh | September 2025 There are many beautiful events on the Big Island, but few feel as sacred and deeply human as the Floating Lantern Ceremony held each summer at the Fairmont Orchid’s Coconut Grove. This year’s gathering, hosted by North Hawai‘i Hospice, took place on Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 5 to […]
