"Lava Laure"'s Blog

Beautiful condo in Kona Bali Kai just reduced to $119,000! All the appliances are new (A/C unit, stainless steel range/oven, stainless dishwasher, stainless microwave/convection oven, hot water heater, washer dryer).New neutral colored tile floors, all plumbing is new including toilet, took out t...

If you are going to be on the Big Island of Hawaii on October 8, 2011, come and check out the Ironman World Championships here in Kailua Kona. 1,800 well-conditioned athletes will be competing in this grueling race.  In order to successfully complete this competition, each athlete will need to sw...

Check out the newest review of Laure McElwee of First Island Realty.  Cynthia purchased a home in the highly desired Alii Lani Condo Complex in Kailua Kona, Hawaii.  It was so nice working with her and I strive to always provide the highest customer service possible. If you are in need of real es...

Client Feedback   From Igor, Arlington, VA.   Throughout the whole process Laure has been amazing - always there (to begin with!); answering my questions/requests sometimes in the middle of the night (to the point of my starting to wonder when she actually slept...); totally transparent all alon...

Moving to the Big Island of Hawaii can be a scary thing, but it is very rewarding at the same time. There is an almost endless supply of things to do on the island so boredom is a rarity. Here are some interesting facts about the island: The Big Island of Hawaii is 4,034 square miles in size and ...

One of a Kind Hawaiian Style Home in Paradise!Enjoy the panoramic ocean views from living, kitchen, master bedroom and lanai. Pride of ownership is evident in this free flowing split-level charmer which features floor to ceiling glass in living area facing the ocean, Saltillo tile & Sisal floors,...

Aloha and Welcome! Laure McElwee, REALTOR(S)        Aloha and welcome... "Lava Laure" Welcome to your one stop source for real estate services on the Big Island of Hawaii.  Find homes for sale, buying and selling tips, information on relocation, and mortgage information. If you are looking to pu...