A Positive Honolulu Home Buying Experience

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: February 27, 2009

For most people, their home is the largest asset they own, so there’s a lot at stake.  This tends to add unnecessary stress to the buying process.  Keep the points below in mind and your home buying experience will be much more enjoyable. Choose a real estate agent who’s a good fit – buying is … Continue reading A Positive Honolulu Home Buying Experience

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Foreclosure Rescue Scams

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: February 24, 2009

Thankfully, Hawaii didn’t have as many 2008 home foreclosures as did California, Arizona and Florida.  Life can be very stressful if you face home foreclosure.  In this time of great uncertainty, there are so many issues to deal with.  It’s sad to think that there are unscrupulous people preying on people in this situation.  These scam … Continue reading Foreclosure Rescue Scams

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Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Honolulu Home

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: February 21, 2009

Nearly everyone understands the importance of installing and maintaining home smoke alarms.  However, many people do not realize how important it is to install and maintain carbon monoxide detectors in their homes as well.  Over two hundred people die from carbon monoxide poisoning in the U.S. each year.  Future deaths can be avoided by purchasing a carbon … Continue reading Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Honolulu Home

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February 2009 Moana Pacific Condominium Market Report Honolulu

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: February 18, 2009

Summary If you’re a buyer in the market for a virtually new condominium, Moana Pacific has a lot to offer.  Kakaako has so much going for it because of its proximity to shopping, relaxation, entertainment and restaurants.  As you can see in the chart below, the inventory of apartments reached its high point in the middle of the … Continue reading February 2009 Moana Pacific Condominium Market Report Honolulu

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Honolulu Real Estate: Spectacular Investment Property Just Sold

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: February 15, 2009

Michael Zimmerman just sold this spectacular property for investors or second home. It was the first sale at the Palms at Waikiki in 3.5 months.  The Palms is just steps away from Waikiki’s renowned beaches, Hilton Hawaiian Village, Ala Moana Shopping Center and the Hawaii Convention Center.  Palms at Waikiki Condominium 1850 Ala Moana Blvd. #725 Sold for … Continue reading Honolulu Real Estate: Spectacular Investment Property Just Sold

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