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Maui Meadows Real Estate for Sale On Maui's north shore, ten minutes down Hana Highway from Paia, sits Haiku, a lush green countryside filled with idyllic pastures and tropical foliage. Haiku was once a pineapple-plantation village. Now, former pineapple canneries house shops and restaurants. Hai...

How to Succeed with an Aggressive Offer1. Find out the seller's level of motivation to negotiate a lower price. If the sellers have already purchased another property, they're likely to be more willing to make concessions on the deal.If the property has been on the market for a prolonged period o...

Makena Real Estate for Sale Makena, located on Maui's South shore, is less developed than Wailea and Kihei. Kiawe trees line Makena's un-crowded, sandy beaches. Makena Beach or "Big Beach" is a peaceful mile-long beach off a dirt road. Adjoining to the North of Makena Beach and separated by a 360...

Homeowners Insurance Considerations1. Look for exclusions to coverage. For example, most insurance policies do not cover flood or earthquake damage as a standard item. These coverages must be bought separately. 2. Look for dollar limitations on claims. Even if you are covered for a risk, there ma...

Makawao/Olinda/Haliimaile Real Estate for Sale Makawao is a historic cowboy town characterized by wood frame buildings with false fronts and hitching posts reminiscent of the Old West. As the population grew in 1970's, Makawao blossomed into a charming and picturesque town with quaint shops, rest...

Final Walk-ThroughBe sure that: Repairs you've requested have been made. Obtain copies of paid bills and any related warranties. All items that were included in the sale price-draperies, lighting fixtures-are still there. All screens and storm windows are in place or stored. All appliances are op...

Lahaina Real Estate for Sale A National Historic Landmark, Lahaina is protected as a Maui County Historic District. The town of Lahaina is situated on the west coast of Maui, stretching for two miles along a natural harbor. Lahaina is most notably a tourist mecca, filled with restaurants, art gal...

Evaluating a Home's Technological FeaturesIf the latest technology or entertainment options are important to have in your new home, the following is a checklist from realtor.org.Are there enough jacks in every room for cable TV and high-speed Internet hookups? Are there enough telephone extension...

Kula/Ulupalakua/Kanaio Real Estate for Sale In Kula, situated at an elevation of 3,000 feet, nights are cool, mornings are crisp, and the views are stunning - green pastures, the ocean and coastline on both sides of the isthmus, and the West Maui Mountains. Brilliant purple jacaranda trees add ev...

Kihei Real Estate for Sale  Located in South Maui, Kihei is dry and sunny. There are a number of good beaches and beach parks that attract tourists and locals alike. From Kihei's beaches, there are views of the sweep of coastline, outer islands, Haleakala and the West Maui Mountains. The town of ...