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Definitely worth checking out: The results show signi…cant correlation between the spatial concentration of same-sex couples and housing values; furthermore, housing values are higher in a city where the proportion of same-sex couples was higher a decade ago, suggesting that same-sex couples make...
03/19/2008
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A lot of people think that being more “green” in real estate is something that is difficult or can only be done as part of a new construction or major remodeling project. That is far from the truth. Very often, simple things can be done to reduce home energy usage and improve the “greenness” of ...
03/18/2008
A lot of people are saying right now “oh, don't buy now, things are still going to go down”. Whether or not that's true, I don't know, but I think people are forgetting the inherent advantages of home ownership. This is all obvious, so if you're familiar with this, you can skip this blog entry. ...
03/18/2008
Don't be fooled by the MLS data or the TMK data, this is NOT in Tiki Gardens. In 1974 a portion of Tiki Gardens was split off and Aina Pua was created, with CC&Rs and really nice paved roads.The structure is a fully permitted studio space (originally permitted as a "workshop")Note: also included ...
03/14/2008
Don't be fooled by the tax records or MLS, this lot IS in Hawaiian Shores Recreation Estates. At some point there was a transcription error in the HSRE CC&Rs and lot list. A scanned copy of the original incorporation documents is available to verify this (the discrepency has been reported to both...
03/14/2008
Rare offering -- 4 side by side lots in a good area of Nanawale.  Relatively level and easy to build.  What are you looking for in a home site? Location? Growing conditions? Climate? Affordability? Have it all with this lovely lot located in lush Nanawale estates, just a short drive away from som...
03/14/2008
Amazing Kaloli Point Home, Oversize Lot, Ocean and Mountain ViewsLocation: Hawaiian Paradise ParkAmazing home on over an acre on Kaloli Point with both ocean and mountain views. This artist-designed home has three large bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bath has both a custom shower and sepa...
03/13/2008
Beautiful Unpermitted Cabin in Fern AcresLocation: Fern AcresUnpermitted off-grid but very self-sufficient cottage in Fern Acres. Very nicely built and completely livable. The driveway curves in for privacy and no other buildings are visible from the property. The driveway continues down to a nic...
03/13/2008
Brand New 4 Bedroom Home in Hawaiian Paradise ParkLocation: Keaau, HIWhy rent when you can own this ~ Brand New 4 bedroom home with 2 car garage on One Acre of land. This home boasts beautiful granite counter tops, oak cabinets, tiled entry and laminate wood floors. In addition to the 4 bedrooms ...
03/13/2008
Extra Large Home with Room to Spare -- Hawaiian Shores Recreational Estates Location: Hawaiian Shores Recreational Estates The huge home is truly one-of-a-kind. With four bedrooms and 2.5 baths, there's room for an extended family. At around 2,340 square feet (tax records may vary), there is ple...
03/13/2008
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A lot of this is meant for consumers -- not all, of course, but much is meant to educate about the weirdness that is real estate on the Big Island