Honolulu Mortgage Interest Rates May be Heading Higher

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: December 31, 2009

In the second week of December, the Federal Reserve (Fed) reiterated that their Mortgage Backed Security purchase program will end on March 31, 2010.  This program helped keep home loan rates low in 2009. History has shown that when the Fed keeps rates too low for an extended period of time, this usually leads to higher … Continue reading Honolulu Mortgage Interest Rates May be Heading Higher

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Questions & Answers about the National Flood Insurance Program Part 2

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: December 27, 2009

A few more flood insurance questions are discussed below. How much will flood insurance cost? Flood insurance premiums vary, depending upon the date the building was constructed and the degree of risk of flooding.  To get a quote, please contact your insurance agent.  If you don’t have an agent, you can contact the National Flood … Continue reading Questions & Answers about the National Flood Insurance Program Part 2

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Honolulu’s Cozy Retreat: Tea at 1024

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: December 23, 2009

Are you looking for a special place to take your sweetie for a nice relaxing lunch?  Well, I’ve got just the place! Tea at 1024 1024 Nuuanu Ave. Honolulu, HI 96817 Michele Henry is the owner and she is always so friendly. I take my wife to Tea at 1024 on a “date” three to … Continue reading Honolulu’s Cozy Retreat: Tea at 1024

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Honolulu Real Estate: SIMPLY SENSATIONAL One Waterfront Towers Condo Just Sold

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: December 19, 2009

Michael Zimmerman just sold the One Waterfront Towers condominium with this stunning view after receiving several offers. Sold for $505,000 Fee Simple Two words:  SIMPLY SENSATIONAL One Waterfront Towers Condominium 425 South Street Mauka/2302 Honolulu, HI 96813 MLS #2913492 View the 4-page Home Brochure Relax and enjoy stunning sapphire and turquoise blue ocean views from … Continue reading Honolulu Real Estate: SIMPLY SENSATIONAL One Waterfront Towers Condo Just Sold

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Questions & Answers about the National Flood Insurance Program Part 1

By Michael Zimmerman | Published: December 15, 2009

Why is flood insurance important? Homeowner’s insurance policies do not cover flooding, so you may be required to purchase flood insurance separately.  If your home is in a designated Special Flood Hazard Area (high risk), the mortgage lender must, by law, require you to buy flood insurance as a condition for receiving a Federally backed loan. … Continue reading Questions & Answers about the National Flood Insurance Program Part 1

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