Foreclosure Thursday 7/29/2010 The following properties have been foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 324 Manini Place Kihei HI 96753 for the sum of $389,000.00 2560 Kekaa Drive #k-302 Lahaina HI 96761 was foreclosed for the sum of $676,743.84 If you have any questions what so ever on Maui foreclosures, call me directly and I have the inside scoop as I attend the auction everyday.   07/29/2010

Kapalua Maui: Real Estate  Update The latest issue of my Kapalua Maui Real Estate Newsletter and Market Update is now available online at www.LuxuryRealEstateMaui.com/newsletter.asp Here’s a sneak peak: The real estate market in the Kapalua Resort continues to pick up momentum. Sales volume is up 38% over the same time last year. Average prices remain fairly constant, however, it is noteworthy that the low sales prices this year were 20% lower and the highs were 32% higher than in 2009. The newsletter provides detailed market statistics for the Kapalua Resort including information on active listings, sales, short sales, bank owned properties, and more.  Scroll down, and you'll also find pdf reports summarizing Maui MLS activity in Napili, Kaanapali, and Oceanfront properties. 07/29/2010

The Plantation Estates, Kapalua, Maui: real estate market update The Plantation Estates in Kapalua is one of Maui's most desirable neighborhoods.  Nestled along the famed Plantation Course (home to the PGA's season opening SBS Championship), these two plus acre homesites feature a variety of stunning views: the Kapalua coastline, the neighbor islands of Lanai and Molokai, the setting sun, whales in winter, and the golf course itself.  My listing partner, Rob Shelton, and I are pleased to announce our new listings at 600 and 602 Honokohau Street.  Inspired by 19th Century Craftsman-style Hawaiian Homes, 602 Honokohau is an exceptional home, situated on 2.33 acres along the 16th fairway of the Plantation Course.  Featuring many gorgeous details and touches, the home is designed to seamles... 07/21/2010

Last night Chris Evert mingled and talked with members of the Kapalua Cluband at the Kapalua Beach Club.  Located on the grounds of the Ritz-Carlton Club and Residences, Kapalua, this sweet little spot provided an intimate gathering place for a Q&A session with the tennis great.  I was impressed with her humor and candor as she fielded questions that ranged from her take on current players, fame, nutrition, and legends tournaments.  When asked the question that seemed to delight her the most, "who are the greatest people you've had the opportunity to meet?", she responded with George Bush Sr., who she greatly respects as a person, and Billie Jean King, for her visionary and pioneering efforts for women's sports.  When asked about fame, she replied that the hardest part was a lack of pri... 07/15/2010

Foreclosure Thursday 7/15/2010 The following properties have been foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders 31 Kopi Lane #5-103 Wailuku, HI 96793 Iao Parkside condominium was foreclosed upon for the sum of $246,227.70 70 Hauoli street #311 Wailuku, HI 96793 Maalaea Kai condominium was foreclosed upon for the sum of $348,307.00 480 Kenolio road #11-103 Kihei, HI 96753 Southpointe condominiums was foreclosed upon for the sum of $226,488.00 3543 Lower Honoapiilani road #F-307 Lahaina HI, 96761 Papakea Resort was foreclosed upon for the sum of $217,000.00 3676 Lower Honoapiilani road #H-102 Lahaina, HI. 96761 Maui Trade Winds condominium was foreclosed upon for the sum of $132,378.16 557 Kaulana place Kahului, HI 96732 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $390,000.00 Judicial hearing w... 07/15/2010

The Coconut Grove on Kapalua Bay: A Maui Real Estate Market Update  The Coconut Grove is one of Maui's most desirable locations:  oceanfront on the crescent shaped Kapalua Bay.  There are just 36 residences in 9 two-story buildings on nearly 10 acres.  With pocketing doors that open to the ocean, there is a feeling that the bay is a part of your home.  The ground floor villas feature private courtyard gardens and outdoor showers with rock wall enclosures.  I am pleased to present a new listing: Coconut Grove Residence 25.  Located in the center of Kapalua Bay, with views of the outer islands, sunsets, and the gentle waves at Kapalua Bay, this three bedroom, three bath villa is offered beautifully furnished, with many special upgrades, including tropical gardens inspired by the old Kapa... 07/15/2010

Foreclosure Wednesday 7/14/2010 The following properties have been foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders.   15 Kulanihakoi street #4B Kihei, HI 96753 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $326,329.86 120 Hui road F #H3 Lahaina HI 96761 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $140,298.15 140 Uwapo Road 16-14 Kihei HI 96753 Kihei Villages was foreclosed upon for the sum of $86,922.36 a starting point for the bank not the maximum limit they were allowed to foreclose for. 3559 Lower Honoapiilani highway Lahaina HI 96761 apt:716 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $78,408.74 an AOAO foreclosure.   If you have any questions what so ever on Maui foreclosures, call me directly and I have the inside scoop as I attend the auction everyday.   07/14/2010

Foreclosure Tuesday 7/13/2010 The following properties have been foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 5 Abby Lane “Villas at Kahana Ridge” Kahana, HI. 96761 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $357,717.00 30 Hauoli road #312 “Maalaea Yacht Marina” Wailuku, HI 96793 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $226,864.56 68 Keanini Drive Hana, HI 96713 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $345,173.61 though the action of a filed suit was reported at the time of foreclosure. 2065 Kanoe Street B Kihei, HI. 96753 @ Kanoelani apartments was foreclosed upon for the sum of $94,879.86 and bought by the public. 4242 lower Honoapiilani highway Kahana, HI 96761 “Kahana Villa” was foreclosed upon for the sum of $1 dollar with a 30 day right of confirmation hearing to be set. The Red List (the most... 07/13/2010

Fair Warning Foreclosure Wednesday 7/7/2010 The flowing properties were foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 17 Jillian Lane#514 Lahaina, HI 96761 Villas at Kahana was foreclosed upon for the sum of $1 366 Lower Honoapiilani road #C-10 Lahaina HI 96761 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $1 99 Lau Niu Way Lahaina, HI 96761 Loniupoko was foreclosed upon for the sum of $800,000.00 If you have any questions what so ever on Maui foreclosures, call me directly and I have the inside scoop as I attend the auction everyday.   07/07/2010

Fair Warning Foreclosure Tuesday 7/6/2010 The following properties have been foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 57 Loa Place Lahaina, HI 96761 was foreclosed upon for the sum $617,039/09 65 Halili Lane #10F Kihei, HI. 96753 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $349,059.00 938 S Kihei road #127 Kihei Hi 96753 Kauhale Makai Judicial foreclosure proceeding; was foreclosed upon for the sum of $101,500.00 a confirmation hearing will be held in 30 days If you have any questions what so ever on Maui foreclosures, call me directly and I have the inside scoop as I attend the auction everyday.   07/06/2010

Happy 4th of July! I am thankful to live in this wonderful country and enjoy the freedoms we have here. Enjoy 4th of July Fireworks! Stroll historic Lahaina and enjoy holiday specials in many oceanview restaurants and town shops. For an old-fashioned Independence Day celebration, listen to a variety of bands play in a free concert on the oceanfront Lahaina Library lawn starting at 5 pm. A fireworks display is scheduled for 8 pm. Fireworks can be viewed from charter boats in Lahaina Harbor and on land throughout LahainaTown.   07/04/2010

Fair Warning Foreclosure Thursday 7/1/2010 The following property was foreclosed upon by their respective lien holder. 1) 3740 Lower Honoapiilami Rd G-307 Lahaina HI 96761 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $268,606.25 If you have any questions what so ever on Maui foreclosures, call me directly and I have the inside scoop as I attend the auction everyday. 07/01/2010

Foreclosure Friday Furlough Friday Aloha Friday 6/25/2010 Well the foreclosure market is about to find themselves another loophole, one most definite, that owners of current foreclosures can find a reason to stay in their unpaid mortgaged home even longer. If you want to know what that is you’ll have to call me. 808-820-3442 Today there were just 3 foreclosures and they were all time share intervals at Papakea in Lahaina Unit F-203. 13-A and 13-B were all foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders for the combined sum of $50,010.00 If you have any questions what so ever on Maui foreclosures, call me directly and I have the inside scoop as I attend the auction everyday.   06/25/2010

If you sleep in late on the morning of your weekend long run you'll pay for it later when you are slogging along in the Lahaina heat.  After 9 AM Front Street is a bit more crowded so you wind up running in the street to avoid the window shopping tourists.  This morning our late start turned out to be a bonus.  It is the morning of the Kamehameha Day parade.  Front Street was closed to traffic and locals took up the best viewing spots with the beach chairs and breakfasts.  We ran past the staging area with its lei covered floats, red convertibles waiting for the beauties they would carry, decked out riders on their costumed horses and everything that goes with them. Heading out of Lahaina proper toward Kaanapali we pass a big grill set and cover with huli huli chicken.  A sign encourage... 06/12/2010

Foreclosure Friday Aloha Friday Today is King Kamehameha day 6/11/2010 The following properties were foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 1) $166,177.18 leasehold 3676 Lower Honoapiilani Rd # G202, Lahaina, HI 96761 Yes they did foreclose the attorneys were there even on a Holiday. A blind eye sees all. Don’t let the market surprise you there’s always a good deal, a hot property and a moment where you have a chance to purchase for under market value, even on a holiday. If you have any questions what so ever on Maui foreclosures, call me directly and I have the inside scoop as I attend the auction everyday. 06/11/2010

  Foreclosure Tuesday Blues day any day is a rock and roll day. Summer is here and Maui is warm, vibrant and gorgeous. I’ve recently been enjoying myself at the beach and with friends. Aloha Now for the news: The following properties have been foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 6 Haku Hale Place Lahaina HI 96761 Mahinahina subdivisions was foreclosed upon for the sum of $626,950.15 296 Kahana Ridge Drive Lahaina HI 96761 Kahana Ridge was foreclosed upon for the sum of $652,000.00 1032 South Kihei road unit A 217 Kihei HI 96753 Maui Sunset was foreclosed upon for the sum of $309496.00 this was a deal. 2619 south Kihei road unit #A 312 Kihei, HI 96753 Haleakala Shores was foreclosed upon for the sum of $449,844.43 3470 Lower Honoapiilani road Lahaina HI 96761 unit G 205 was... 06/08/2010

The following properties were foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 5/24/2010 70 Hauoli Road #320 Wailuku HI 96793 Maalaea Yacht Marina was foreclosed upon for the sum of $348,500.00 3559 Lower Honoapiilani highway #708 Lahaina HI 96761 Maui Sands 1 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $70,000.00 The following properties were foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders on this day 5/25/2010 122 Lanakila Place Kihei, HI 96753 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $650,850.00 7 Bougainvillea Place Lahaian, HI 96761 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $588,000.00 30 Hauoli Street #109 Wailuku, HI 96793 Maalaea Yacht Mariana was foreclosed upon for the sum of $167,381.55 45 Kapii Street Haiku, HI 96768 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $400,000.00 975 Lekeona Loop Waiehu Heights... 05/25/2010

Fair Warning Thursday Foreclosures on Maui 5/20/2010 The following properties have been foreclosed upon by their respective lien holders. 15 Kulaanihakoi street #18-F Kihei, HI 96753 Haleakala Gardens condominium was foreclosed upon for the sum of $140,000.00 30 Hauoli Road #212 Wailuku, HI 96793Maalaea Yacht Marina was foreclosed upon for the sum of $220,406.08 750 Kolani Place Wailuku HI 96793 Waiehu Hi 96793 was foreclosed upon for the sum of $563,972.31 3823 Lower Honoapiilani road Lahaina HI 96761 Hale Ono Loa was foreclosed upon by the AOA for $1 dollar. These one dollar foreclosures are going to continue in to the future.  If you have any questions about where the market is heading current short sales or foreclosures call me 808-280-3442 05/20/2010

Today is Grandma Florence Hasegawa's birthday. She is 102 we are going out to eat and have a night on the town. You can Tweet her @GrandmaFlorence she will read it. If you're lucky she will reply to you! I can only hope to live a long lovely life as hers. 05/20/2010

Living in Lahaina From time to time, when I meet folks while I am traveling to the mainland and back, I hear that they could never live on an island, or they would fear having ‘island fever’ if they moved to Maui. We are all different, which is good, because if everyone I met wanted to live in Maui it would be quite crowded! But it’s difficult for me to understand the concept of ‘island fever’ since I have everything I need or want in Maui (with the exception of having my children and mom living near me, which I am hoping to change). My husband and I live in Lahaina Town, on the west side of Maui. We work most of the time, since we own our real estate brokerage and we are quite busy. But when we can get to some of the best beaches for snorkeling and swimming within minutes, walk to see ... 05/18/2010