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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
HapaSymphony Featuring Lea Almanza, Starr Kalahiki, Miss Candi Shell, Lady Lartiza La BoucheSaturday, November 5, 2022 -  7:30 PM 10:00 PM - Hawaii Theatre        Hawai’i Symphony Orchestra in a magical evening of love, joy, and inclusion that IS Hawai’i. From a Mozart Piano Concerto to I’ve Got Rhythm, Ahe Lau Makani to Quando m’en vo, and featuring new music by Roslyn Catracchia, don’t miss an unforgettable night with your HSO, Lea Almanza, Starr Kalahiki, Lady Laritza La Bouche, special guest Brandy Lee, and hosted by the wonderous Miss Candi Shell.  TICKETS:   $18 - $99   Purchase Tickets > LOCATION: 1130 Bethel St., Honolulu, HI 96813  For expert Real Estate Sales and Pet Friendly Property ManagementIn Honolulu, HawaiiCONTACT HI Pro Realty TODAY!
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
               Latest rates, based on 20 percent down, $200,000 owner-occupant mortgages. The rates and terms may vary; check with lenders for details. Rates may have changed click here to verifyWednesday, November 2, 2022  Lender Term/Type Interest Rate % Points % *APR American Savings Bank808-593-1226NMLS#423168 15-YR Fixed 6.125 1.875 6.562 30-YR Fixed 6.625 1.875 6.899 5-YR ARM 5.000 1.625 5.643 Bank of Hawaii877-616-2636 15-YR Fixed 5.625 2.125 5.958 30-YR Fixed 6.375 1.875 6.557 5-YR ARM 4.875 2.125 5.609 Central Pacific Bank808-544-0500NMLS#416603 15-YR Fixed 5.875 2.125 6.356 30-YR Fixed 6.375 2.000 6.661 5-YR ARM 5.875 0.000 6.024 Finance Factors808-548-3300NMLS#449916 15-YR Fixed 5.750 1.875 6.277 30-YR Fixed 6.250 2.000 6.589 5-YR ARM 6.125 1.500 7.335 First Hawaiian Bank808-...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Downtown and Nu'uanu Honolulu, September 2022   Single Family Homes September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 5 / 11  -55% 64 / 101  -37% Median Sales Price $1.4M / $1.13M  24%  $1.325M / $1.1425M  16% Percent of Original List Price Received 95.2% / 100.1%  -5%   100.0% / 100.0%  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 22 / 11  100% 10 / 17  -41% New Listings 10 / 13  -23% 76 / 101  -25%   Pending Sales 4 / 8  -50% 55 / 92  -40% Active Inventory 21 / 19  11% ---    Condos August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 45 / 45  0% 414 / 456  -9% Median Sales Price $470,000 / $602,500  -22%   $540,000 / $580,000  -7% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.9% / 98.9%  0% 100.0% / 98.8%  1% Median Days on Mar...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Diamond Head & Kapahulu Honolulu, September 2022   Single Family Homes September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 23 / 27  -15% 168 / 213  -21% Median Sales Price $1.22M / $1.3M  -6%   $1.36625M / $1.187M  15% Percent of Original List Price Received 97.6% / 97.8%  0%   100.0% / 100.0%  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 21 / 9  133%  13 / 13  0%   New Listings 15 / 25  -40% 192 / 238  -17% Pending Sales 17 / 24  -29% 167 / 223  -25% Active Inventory 37 / 36  3% ---    Condos September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 8 / 13  -38%  79 / 104  -24%  Median Sales Price $687,5000 / $577,000  19%    $650,000 / $582,500  12% Percent of Original List Price Received 96.1% / 100.0%  -4% 100.0% / 98.5%  2%   ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Makiki & Moili'ili Honolulu, September 2022   Single Family Homes September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 11 / 17  -35% 102 / 131 -22% Median Sales Price $1.31M / $1.45M  -10%  $1.6M / $1.411M  15%   Percent of Original List Price Received 100.0% / 96.0%  4% 100.4% / 100.0%  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 12 / 21  -43% 13 / 13  0%  New Listings 10 / 23  -57% 128 / 170  -25% Pending Sales 6 / 17  -65% 106 / 140  -24% Active Inventory 28 / 37  -24% ---    Condos September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 42 / 77  -45%  583 / 540  8%  Median Sales Price $415,000 / $420,000  -1%   $410,000 / $398,000  3% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.6% / 99.6%  -1% 100.0% / 98.5%  2% Median Days on...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
 Terror Planet Haunted House KOA Theater / Skeleton Key Hawaii Presents: Koa Theater’s haunted attraction “Skeleton Key Hawaii” is celebrating five years terrifying and delighting Hawaii audiences. Each year the haunt has a brand new theme. Created by long-time theater practitioners, the haunt has attention to detail in sets, lights and performance like no other. As always profits from this haunted attraction go toward running non-profit KOA Theater. (The new season of 7 plays, starting in December, are all Hawaii premieres!)Terror PlanetNothing ever disturbs the calm of the sleepy suburban village of Society Falls. There may be a couple of residents who are, shall we say, charmingly eccentric? But otherwise all is peaceful.  Today, however, neighbors are gossiping over their backyard f...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Ala Moana & Kaka'ako Honolulu, September 2022   Single Family Homes September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 0 / 0  0% 6 / 8   -25% Median Sales Price $0.0 / $0.0  0% $1.3625M / $1.0575  29% Percent of Original List Price Received 0.0% - 0.0% 98.2% / 100.8%  -3% Median Days on Market Until Sale 0 / 0   0% 21 / 12   75% New Listings 0 / 1  -100% 12 / 18  -33% Pending Sales 1 / 0   7 / 9  -22% Active Inventory 3 / 6  -50% ---    Condos September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 58 / 54  7% 600 / 548  9% Median Sales Price $695,000 / $405,000  72%    $753,500 / $655,000  15% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.1% / 98.8%  -1% 98.0% / 97.6%  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 30 / 30  0%  28 /...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Waikiki Honolulu, September 2022   Single Family Homes September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 0 / 0  0% 1 / 3  -67%   Median Sales Price 0 / 0  0% $1.5M / $1.1M  36% Percent of Original List Price Received 0 / 0  0% 90.9% / 100.0%  -9% Median Days on Market Until Sale 0 / 0  0% 103 / 13  692% New Listings 0 / 0  0% 1 / 4  -75% Pending Sales 0 / 0  0% 2 / 6  -67% Active Inventory 0 / 0  0% ---    Condos September Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 92 / 107  -14%  1,044 / 1,023  2% Median Sales Price $437,000 / $418,350  4%   $429,000 / $400,000  7% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.8% / 100.0%  -1% 98.8% / 97.6%  1% Median Days on Market Until Sale 15 / 14  7% 18 / 30  -40% New Listings 12...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Children's Discovery Center Hosts:Spooky Science Workshop 1PM - 3PM Oct. 22, 29, and 30th Halloween is the perfect time for oozing, bubbling, spooky science! Join us for a day filled with spooktacular fun. Workshop includes 45 minutes of activities and play in our exhibit galleries.You may also like the following events from Hawaii Children's Discovery Center: Next Saturday, 22nd October, 10:00 am, Spooky Science Workshop 10am - 12pm in Honolulu This month, 29th October, 09:00 am, Kids in the Kitchen in Honolulu This month, 30th October, 10:00 am, Keiki Costume Ball 10am - 12pm in Honolulu  MISSION:The Children’s Discovery Center is designed to inspire learning, nurture curiosity and promote imaginative play. Children experience, explore, investigate and discover things about themselves...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Paradise PeepShow Presents: Creature FeatureThursday October 20th, 2022Hosted at Nextdoor, 43 Hotel Street, in the heart of Honolulu’s Historic Chinatown. Paradise PeepShow will transport you back in time, to the heyday of Hawaii's live cabaret, with this flirtatious and titillating show! We invite you to peer into the peephole…It’s so nice we do it twice! 2 shows in 1 night! 6pm Door - 6:30 Show8pm Door - 8:30 ShowParadise Peepshow is a theatrical production that plays homage to the 1940’s heyday era of the Chinatown Red Light District.This holiday production is a 21+ seated cabaret. Guests will sit at candle-lite speakeasy tables, providing an authentic vintage atmosphere.  PARADISE PEEPSHOW PRESENTS: CREATURE FEATURE!This wildly successful show features Honolulu’s spooktacular top ta...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Its time to get your spook on at these Keiki Friendly Halloween Events in Honolulu Halloween at Royal Hawaiian CenterCostume Contest: Sunday, Oct. 23, 2 to 6 p.m.Trick-or-Treating: Sunday, Oct. 23, and Monday, Oct. 31, 11 a.m. to closeRetailers with balloons on their storefronts will be passing out candy on not one, but two, weekends this year. Be sure to fuel up and get a free trick-or-treat bag at the Pāʻina Lānai Food Court or Waikīkī Food Hall. Plus, the center’s annual Halloween Keiki Costume Contest is happening at Royal Grove. Infants to 10-year-olds will have a chance to win first-, second-, and third-place prizes in four categories: ages 0-2, ages 3-5, ages 6-10 and ‘ohana costumes (parent and child costume combo).2201 Kalākaua Ave, Waikīkī, royalhawaiiancenter.com  Halloween a...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Sales of O‘ahu Homes Cool Amid Rising Mortgage Rates Median sales prices remain relatively flat, active inventory builds gradually HONOLULU – According to resales figures released this week by the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, rising mortgage rates are weighing on home sales. Year-over-year, single-family home and condo sales dropped 34.4% and 19.3%, respectively, and compared to August 2022, single-family home sales were down 11.5%, while condo sales dipped 2.4%. Pending sales activity was also muted compared to last year, with contract signings falling 43.7% for single-family homes and 30.7% for condos.Using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, the Board reported the following statistics: Single-Family Home Resales   Number of Sales Median Sales ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
               Latest rates, based on 20 percent down, $200,000 owner-occupant mortgages. The rates and terms may vary; check with lenders for details. Rates may have changed click here to verifyWednesday, September 28, 2022  Lender Term/Type Interest Rate % Points % *APR Acclaim Capital Mortgage383-5931NMLS#304090 15-YR Fixed 4.875 1.940 5.257 30-YR Fixed 5.999 1.447 6.186 5-YR ARM       Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union531-3711NMLS#377314 15-YR Fixed 5.250 1.875 5.717 30-YR Fixed 5.875 1.750 6.149 5-YR ARM       American Savings Bank, F.S.B593-1226NMLS#423168 15-YR Fixed 5.375 2.125 5.834 30-YR Fixed 6.125 1.875 6.387 5-YR ARM       Bank of Hawaii877-616-2636NMLS# 15-YR Fixed 5.375 2.375 5.746 30-YR Fixed 6.000 2.250 6.214 5-YR ARM 4.625 2.500 5.159 Finance Factors, Ltd.548-3300NMLS#...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO THE 11TH ANNUAL PA'AKAI AWARDSSATURDAY, OCTOBER 1st 6pm-7pm HSTKGMB World Premiere LivestreamThe virtual program and Paʻakai Awards will make its premiere on Saturday, October 1st, 6-7PM HST, live on KGMB, and streaming online at hawaiinewsnow.com, and on their social media platforms.  It will be re-broadcasted on October 2nd on KHNL and October 3rd on K5. We are excited to honor Fred Hemmings as our Paʻakai awardee and Haley Kailiehu & Noʻeau Peralto as our Hoʻokele recipients for their impact on the stewardship of ‘āina and cultural-based work.The night of storytelling and uplifting our Hawaiian values and future leaders promises to be entertaining and inspiring We will continue our online auction featuring unique art and one of a kind experiences. 100% of...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Downtown and Nu'uanu Honolulu, August 2022   Single Family Homes August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 3 / 7  -57% 59 / 90  -34% Median Sales Price $1.295M / $1.182M  10%  $1.325M / $1.15M  15% Percent of Original List Price Received 100.0% / 111.8%  -11%   100.0% / 99.5%  1% Median Days on Market Until Sale 10 / 10  0% 9 / 19  -53% New Listings 9 / 9  0% 66 / 88  -25%   Pending Sales 3 / 8  -63% 51 / 84  -39% Active Inventory 18 / 14  29% ---    Condos August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 33 / 45  -27% 369 / 411 -10% Median Sales Price $525,000 / $650,000  -19%   $564,750 / $580,000 -3% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.6% / 98.7%  0% 100.0% / 98.8%  1% Median Days on Market Until Sal...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Marvel at the night sky and discover Hawai‘i’s special place in the universe at the free ‘Ohana Stargazing event at SALT at Our Kaka‘ako.SALT at Our Kaka'ako is Pet FriendlyEnjoy guided star tours using high-quality telescopes on the parking garage rooftop. Through various cultural and educational activities, you’ll also learn how the moon, sun, and stars influenced traditional Hawaiian life and guided early navigators. SALT Parking Garage Rooftop Activities• Bring your own blankets, pillows, chairs, and equipment to recline and stargaze at your leisure, or use a provided high-quality telescope for a guided constellation tour after sunset.• Participate in Ask an Astronomer Q&A sessions to learn about upcoming astronomical events and how to enhance your at-home stargazing experience.• He...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Diamond Head & Kapahulu Honolulu, August 2022   Single Family Homes August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 23 / 18  28% 145 / 186  -22% Median Sales Price $1.339M / $1.5265M  -12%   $1.405M / $1.175M  20% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.5% / 100.0%  -2%   100.5% / 100.0%  1% Median Days on Market Until Sale 16 / 11  45%  12 / 13  -8%   New Listings 23 / 31  -26% 177 / 214  -17% Pending Sales 17 / 26  -35% 150 / 199  -25% Active Inventory 37 / 40  -8% ---    Condos August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 23 / 18  28%  145 / 186  -22%  Median Sales Price $1.339M / $1.5265M  -12%    $1.405M / $1.175M  20% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.5% / 100.0%  -2% 100.5% / 100.0%  0%    Med...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Makiki & Moili'ili Honolulu, August 2022   Single Family Homes August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 14 / 15  -7% 91 / 114  -20% Median Sales Price $1.46075M / $1.5M  -3%  $1.62M / $1.4105M  15%   Percent of Original List Price Received 101.9% / 101.7%  0% 100.5% / 100.0%  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 14 / 8  75% 13 / 12  8%  New Listings 14 / 17  -18% 118 / 147  -20% Pending Sales 11 / 13  -15% 100 / 123  -19% Active Inventory 25 / 32  -22% ---    Condos August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 55 / 59  -7%  541 / 463  17%  Median Sales Price $410,000 / $445,000  -8%   $410,000 / $394,500  4% Percent of Original List Price Received 99.1% / 100.0%  -1% 100.0% / 98.3%  2% Median Days on Marke...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
The Royal Hawaiian Band“E Kani Mau”Ka Pāna Aliʻi ʻO HawaiʻiFrom its royal beginnings in 1836, The Royal Hawaiian Band has entertained audiences in Hawaiʻi and around the world for 186 years. Once known as the “King’s Band,” it was created by King Kamehameha III and became a staple of daily life by performing for state occasions, funerals, and marching in parades.Today, the Royal Hawaiian Band is an agency of the City and County of Honolulu and is the only full-time municipal band in the United States. The band performs and marches in over 350 concerts and parades each year.Since the onset of the pandemic, the Royal Hawaiian Band adapted to various services to the community. After losing their "musical voice", they transitioned to assisting city initiatives, such as: food distribution, s...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Ala Moana & Kaka'ako Honolulu, August 2022   Single Family Homes August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 0 / 1   -100%  6 / 8   -25% Median Sales Price $0.0 / $1.16M  0% $1.3625M / $1.0575  29% Percent of Original List Price Received 0.0% - 100.9% 98.2% / 100.8%  -3% Median Days on Market Until Sale 0 / 12   0% 21 / 12   75% New Listings 0 / 3  -100% 12 / 17  -29% Pending Sales 0 / 0   6 / 9  -33% Active Inventory 4 / 5  -20% ---    Condos August Year to Date 2022 / 2021 Change% 2022 / 2021 Change% Closed Sales 61 / 99  -38%  542 / 494  10% Median Sales Price $615,000 / $785,000  -22%     $754,500 / $670,000  13% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.1% / 99.4%  -1% 98.0% / 97.5%  1% Median Days on Market Until Sale 18 / 14  2...
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