Rules that Govern Cancelling Escrow in Honolulu, Hawaii

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: November 29, 2009

Ordinarily, one would expect most home purchase contracts to be completed.  After all, the buyer and seller have negotiated several contract terms and a final price.  However, many sales are not completed in today’s market and when that happens, for whatever reason, escrow must be cancelled. Why would someone cancel escrow?  Given the unstable financial … Continue reading Rules that Govern Cancelling Escrow in Honolulu, Hawaii

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November 2009 Honolulu Condominium Market Report – Hawaiki Tower

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: November 25, 2009

Summary The sales trend at Hawaiki Tower is very similar to that of other Kakaako condominiums; a rising number of sales coupled with a corresponding drop in the number of apartments for sale.  Should this continue, we may return to a seller’s market as buyers have much less inventory to choose from.  With just four Hawaiki Tower apartments for sale, the choices … Continue reading November 2009 Honolulu Condominium Market Report – Hawaiki Tower

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Honolulu, Hawaii Real Property Tax Assessment Appeals – My Experience

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: November 21, 2009

The City & County of Honolulu (C & C) will be sending out real property tax valuations soon.  Last year, like many others in Honolulu, I thought the C & C’s real property tax assessment for my home was too high.  I decided to challenge the real property valuation to save a few tax dollars.  Here is … Continue reading Honolulu, Hawaii Real Property Tax Assessment Appeals – My Experience

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Honolulu Real Estate: Moana Pacific Storage Unit For Sale

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: November 17, 2009

Michael Zimmerman just listed a large Moana Pacific storage unit for sale. Moana Pacific Condominium 1296 Kapiolani Blvd. S317 Honolulu, HI 96814 MLS # 2914844 Sale of storage unit only.  Large walk-in storage unit located on the third floor of the Moana Pacific East Tower.  Approximately 168 square feet. Very few storage units have been sold since … Continue reading Honolulu Real Estate: Moana Pacific Storage Unit For Sale

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November 2009 Honolulu Condominium Market Report – Hokua at 1288 Ala Moana

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: November 13, 2009

Summary I am very excited by what I see in the chart below.  The number of apartments offered for sale is just half of what it was six months ago and despite a weak economy, sales have picked up dramatically.  The number of months of inventory determines whether we are experiencing a buyer’s or seller’s market.  If … Continue reading November 2009 Honolulu Condominium Market Report – Hokua at 1288 Ala Moana

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