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Embrace the Kama’aina Luxury at 77-298 Wikolia Street

What does it mean to be Kamaʻāina? If you’ve visited Hawaiʻi more than once—or are lucky enough to call it home—you’ve probably come across the word Kamaʻāina. Hotels offer a “Kamaʻāina rate.” Golf courses have “Kamaʻāin...

March 7, 2025

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How Should You Hold Title to Your Property in Hawaii?

How Should You Hold Title to Your Property in Hawaii?

The question about how to hold title comes up often when purchasing property in Hawaii. It's essential to understand the various ways to hold title, as this decision affects ownership rights, transferability, and estate planning. Here are the c...

November 14, 2024

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What Determines Mortgage Rates?

What Determines Mortgage Rates?

What are the determining factors of mortgage interest rate? We often hear that the mortgage rate is linked to yields of long term bonds and inflation. Here is the basics. Federal Reserve (FED) Rate: The FED sets the short-term interes...

August 5, 2024

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Debunking The Mortgage Myths #2

Debunking The Mortgage Myths #2

While Emil and I have handled many transactions involving financing, we admit there are lots we do not know about financing. That is why we rely on experts like Todd Parsons and Origin Point to guide our clients to successful closing. Here i...

July 6, 2024

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Debunking the Mortgage Myths

Debunking the Mortgage Myths

Compass recently announced to have Compass's own mortgage origination company. Compass, Inc. (NYSE: COMP), the nation's largest independent brokerage and a leading real estate technology company, and Guaranteed Rate, Inc. ("Guaranteed Rate")...

May 24, 2024

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