Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Wednesday Morning Coffee - 9/25/13




Aloha & Good Morning!

Today's forecast for Maui will be sunny with highs from 84 to 90 degrees!

I know there are some of my readers who love stats and can't get enough of them.  For those of you that enjoy the numbers I have some more stats to share with you for this year.  I also have a fantastic list of Maui best buys.  You can see these great listings in full detail below.  Please contact me today to see any of these listings in-person. I can be reached at 808-298-7850 or Debbie@RealEstateSalesMaui.com.  As you can see from the graphic the average days that listing are on the market has shrunk.  If you are serious (or even semi-serious) about any listing you see in this email or while searching on your own, I highly recommend you reach out to me so we can get you in to check it out. 

The following picture was generated by Prudential Locations and they have all the islands broken down.  The data looks at the month of July and compares May 2013 vs. July 2013.  The data for Maui shows that both single-family and condos prices are up in both comparisons! The number of sales has also increased when you compare the month of July sales from 2012 to 2013!  



MAUI BEST BUYS
17085 Haleakala Highway, Kula - A contemporary tri-level, 3 bedroom 4 bath home of over 5000 sf., on over 4 acres with the most incredible views. MLS#351252
Listing with Windermere Valley Island Properties


8 Honuea Street, Kihei - A 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath single-level home with 2,029 sf., on 7510 sf. of land in a small North Kihei subdivision. This home is only 7 years old, well built, and has a fully fenced back yard.  MLS#357401
Listing with Windermere Valley Island Properties


21 Meleinoa Place, Kahului - This is a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with 2,2124 sf. on 9143 sf. of land in The Islands.  This is a highly desirable gated community at Maui Lani.  The yard is landscaped for privacy and there are beautiful views of the West Maui Mountains.  MLS#356440
Listing with Windermere Valley Island Properties


3249 Luahine Place, Haiku - This is a rare 1939 3 bedroom and 1 bath cottage with over 840 sf., on a lush and private 9,339 sf. of land.   The home is located at the end of a cul-de-sac and has been lovingly cared for and upgraded over the years, but the original charm remains. This is a rare find. MLS#354425
Listing with Windermere Valley Island Properties


Island Surf #509, Kihei - This 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo is located right in the heart of Kihei and across from "The Cove" and near the best beaches.  Currently used as a vacation rental with excellent rental history.  MLS#356372
Listing with Windermere Valley Island Properties


Kihei Shores #C-302 - A lovely remodeled 2 bedroom, 1.75 bath condo unit in a great building.  Currently tenant occupied at $1200/month. MLS#357057
Listing with Windermere Valley Island Properties

Don't forget to get your name in for this year's exciting iPad giveaway!  
Click HERE to see all the current listings with Real Estate Sales Maui!
New listings have been added to the Windermere Valley Isle Properties YouTube Channel.  If you want to keep up-to-date with the newest listings you can follow them by clicking HERE!   
Looking for more great articles, videos and advice?  Check out the Real Estate Sales Maui Team on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, BLOGGER and PINTEREST
Looking for the current Bank Owned Foreclosures on Maui?  Click HERE. 

Lender Corner by Craig Haueisen                                                                                         
Last Week In The News
The Mortgage Bankers Association said its seasonally adjusted composite index of mortgage applications for the week ending September 13 rose 11.2%. Purchase volume rose 3%. Refinancing applications increased 18%.
Existing home sales rose 1.7% in August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.48 million units, the highest pace since February 2007. Compared to a year ago, existing home sales were up 13.2% in August. The inventory of unsold existing homes on the market rose 0.4% to 2.25 million in August, a 4.9-month supply at the current sales pace.
The combined construction of new single-family homes and apartments in August rose 0.9% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 891,000 units. Single-family starts increased 7%. Volatile multifamily starts fell 11.1%. Compared to the previous year, housing starts were up 19% in August. Applications for new building permits, seen as an indicator of future activity, fell 3.8% to an annual rate of 918,000 units.
The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo monthly housing market index was unchanged in September at 58. An index reading above 50 indicates positive sentiment about the housing market.
Industrial production at the nation's factories, mines and utilities rose 0.4% in August after a flat reading in July. Compared to August 2012, industrial production has increased 2.7%. Capacity utilization rose to 77.8% in August from 77.6% in July.
Consumer prices rose 0.1% in August, following a 0.2% increase in July. Compared to August 2012, consumer prices have risen 1.5%. Consumer prices at the core rate — excluding volatile food and energy prices — were also up 0.1% in August.
Initial claims for unemployment benefits for the week ending September 14 rose by 15,000 to 309,000. Continuing claims for the week ending September 7 fell by 28,000 to 2.787 million, a new recovery low. The less volatile four-week average of claims for unemployment benefits was 314,750, the lowest level since October 2007.
Upcoming on the economic calendar are reports on the housing price index on September 24, new home sales on September 25 and pending home sales on September 26.
Craig Haueisen is a Loan Officer with Prospect Mortgage.  Please feel free to email him or call him for any of your Mortgage needs.
Office: 808-298-7549 or Email: craig.haueisen@prospectmtg.com
Click here to visit Craig's website and apply online: http://myprospectmortgage.com/CHaueisen




Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Wednesday Morning Coffee - 9/18/13







Aloha & Good Morning!

Today's forecast for Maui isolated showers with a high of 90 degrees!

August Sales Stats
The Realtors Association of Maui recently released the August Sales Statistics.  I've made a comparison chart for the data below that looks at the same time period for both 2012 and 2013.     

In the data tables below you will find two sets of numbers for residential, condo and land sales.  The first data table shows the total number of units sold for the months from January through August for 2012 and 2013.  The second grid of numbers shows the median sales price for the same time frame. 

For the first eight months of this year we've seen positive gains in all three categories for both the number of units sold and the median sales price.
What does that mean for buyers?  I would encourage you to get your finances in order and speak to a lender.  Buyers who are ready to go when they enter the market will be able to find that beautiful Maui address of their dreams but they also must be prepared.  With the right preparation and market expectations we can work together to help reach your Maui Dream Address. 

For sellers, this means that you can actually sell your property and upgrade to your next Maui Dream Address.  The key when looking to sell your property is to set your price with competing properties.  Know what you are up against and be prepared so that your property is attractive to buyers.  By having your property in the right price with the right look you can anticipate multiple offers. 

There are several new articles on the Real Estate Sales Maui website for both active buyers and motivated 
sellers.  Please check them out below for more details.  As always you can find more great articles the RESM website in the Sellers News Section and the Buyers News Section.  New articles are posted several times a week to keep you up-to-date and informed.


ARTICLES

Maui Condo Price Jumps 12 Percent on Higher Sales - This is a great article on Pacific Business News that shows just how strong the condo market is on Maui.  This article looks at the number of sales for just the month of August and compares both 2012 and 2013 August sales. 

Investors in Hawaii's Commercial Real Estate Buying Property in Waves - From retail properties to large residential transactions and now hotel purchases, the buying wave has been hitting Maui. 

Increase the Value of Your Home - Sellers are always looking for top dollar on the sale of their home but sometimes they make some mistakes that could devalue their home and cost them dearly.

Demystifying Real Estate Terminology For Homebuyers - First-time home buyers can have a tough time sorting through real estate terms spewed by real estate agents, lenders, real estate attorneys and other real estate professionals.  Here's a brief alphabetical glossary of some basic real estate terms first-time home buyers need to know.


MAUI BEST BUYS

Wailuku Hotel - Being sold fully furnished this amazing urban hideaway is a turnkey business opportunity, or a sweet house hidden down a quiet lane in Old Wailuku Town. Blessed with being in the Wailuku Redevelopment Zone, one can operate a B&B or short term rental here with NO PERMIT REQUIRED.  What a great opportunity for a live/work situation since there are so many permitted uses for this specially zoned property. All the high end furnishings are included in the sale - organic mattress, and linens, custom Lee Industries sectional couch and many more interesting items. New appliances, new washer dryer, new concrete floors, large fan, wireless internet, keyless entry, and yes the manual typewriter is included! There is a custom barn door with a wireless flat screen TV mounted right on the door! Two car parking, plus two hour parking for clients on Maluhia Drive. Just bring a bottle of wine (or water) and hang your sign outside the door. Or walk through the short cut behind the Iao Theater to partake in First Friday. Seller is listor and has an active Real Estate License. Square footage does not coincide with county records.
Listing with Carol Ball & Associates

Maui Banyan #F103 - This is a lock off ground floor unit nicely furnished and located front row, directly across the street from the beautiful Kamaole Beach Park II. There is a nice peek a boo ocean view from the double lanai.  Start your day with some of the best swimming and snorkeling Maui has to offer, or take a short walk to the nearby restaurants and shops. If you prefer to stay at home, the on-site amenities include 2 swimming pools, 2 Jacuzzi tubs, BBQ's and a tennis court. Additional features include Cable TV - Washer/Dryer - Air Conditioning - Covered Parking - Night Security - Pet Friendly. One Seller is a licensed Realtor in the State of California.
Listing with Maui International Real Estate Services

Hale Kanani #1-201 - As the sun peaks over Haleakala, your morning begins on your ocean view lanai, sipping java, while watching the colors of the day slowly light up the South Maui coastline. You ponder the many options that lay just steps from your lanai. Here in the heart of Maui’s world class community and just steps away, you may enjoy a swim at Charlie Young Beach, a stroll along Kamaole 1 beach, a bike ride along the ocean front trail, a paddle at famous Cove Park, or even a game of pick up beach volleyball. Walk to Kalama Park and its expansive playgrounds, in-line skate rink, ball fields, and skate park. Walk to restaurants, bars, coffee shops and you will find Life’s a Beach at Hale Kanani 1-201. Hale Kanani is one of the newer condominiums built in South Kihei and has a solid history of being well maintained. The complex offers a resort style heated saline pool, hot tub, and barbeque grills. Condo 1-201 is a spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath corner unit. Enjoy the light and airy ambiance that extra windows allow. This wonderful condo has been meticulously maintained and lightly used. Features include in-condo storage, full size washer/dryer, granite counters, fans and cable in all rooms, Central A/C, built-in microwave, 2 parking stalls and more. No short term vacation rentals are permitted. Pets are allowed. Easy to show!
Listing with Maui Estates International


OPEN HOUSE
Kamaole Sands #5-305 - This is the best of the best in Kihei! VIEW, VIEW, VIEW!!! Ocean view from master bedroom, ocean view from living room and kitchen & gorgeous Haleakala view from 2nd bedroom. Watch the sunrise over Haleakala in the am & sunset from your ocean view lanai. Watch the whales jump & Mamma & baby swim by without leaving your condo. Continuous sheltered ocean breezes & sheltered afternoon sun from the position of the building & placement of palms trees, makes the location of this unit superb! A/C is rarely needed. This condo is a rare two bed/two bath in the inner circle & all on one level. Completely remodeled in 2006. Cabinets are African mahogany with a bamboo pattern carved into the doors. Granite countertops. Double sink in master bath. This beautiful 15 acre complex is located directly across from Kamaole Beach III. It boasts a large swimming pool, 3 hot tubs, 3 tennis courts & 8 BBQ areas. Fresh water ponds & waterfalls add to the gorgeous tropical landscaping. There is also an onsite activities desk, a gym with new equipment & professional security. Each gate has video surveillance cameras as well as throughout the complex. AND, to top it off...weekly Maui Tai parties at the pool, offering professional singers, hula dancers & free drinks!!! Unit being sold furnished. Has two parking spaces.
Unable to come? Check out the full listing HERE!
WHEN: Thursday, September 19th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Hosted by Lisa Mascaro, R(S)
                                                                                       
WHERE: Kamaole Sands
2695 S Kihei Road, #5-305
Need help finding the open house?  Give me a call or text 808-298-7850

Don't forget to get your name in for this year's exciting iPad giveaway!  
Click HERE to see all the current listings with Real Estate Sales Maui!
New listings have been added to the Windermere Valley Isle Properties YouTube Channel.  If you want to keep up-to-date with the newest listings you can follow them by clicking HERE!   
Looking for more great articles, videos and advice?  Check out the Real Estate Sales Maui Team on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, BLOGGER and PINTEREST
Looking for the current Bank Owned Foreclosures on Maui?  Click HERE. 

Lender Corner by Craig Haueisen                                                                                         
Last Week In The News
Retail sales rose 0.2% to $426.6 billion in August. This follows a 0.4% increase in July. Compared to August 2012, retail sales have increased 4.7%.
The producer price index, which tracks wholesale price inflation, rose 0.3% in August, following a flat reading in July. On a year-over-year basis, wholesale prices were up 1.4% in August. Core prices — excluding food and fuel — were unchanged in August.
The Mortgage Bankers Association said its seasonally adjusted composite index of mortgage applications for the week ending September 6 fell 13.5%. Purchase volume fell 3%. Refinancing applications decreased 20%.
Wholesalers increased their inventories 0.1% to $500 billion in July. Sales at the wholesale level also rose 0.1% to $426.1 billion in July. On a year-over-year basis, sales were 5.7% higher than July 2012. The seasonally adjusted wholesale inventories/sales ratio in July was 1.17.
The Reuters/University of Michigan consumer sentiment index for September's preliminary reading fell to 76.8 from 82.1 in August.
Total business sales increased 0.6% to $1.293 trillion in July, up 4.6% from a year ago. Total business inventories rose 0.4% to $1.661 trillion in July, up 3.2% from a year ago. The total business inventories/sales ratio in July was 1.28.
Initial claims for unemployment benefits for the week ending September 7 fell by 31,000 to 292,000. Continuing claims for the week ending August 31 fell by 73,000 to 2.871 million, a new recovery low. The less volatile four-week average of claims for unemployment benefits was 321,250, the lowest level since October 2007.
Upcoming on the economic calendar are reports on the housing market index on September 17, housing starts on September 18 and existing home sales on September 19.
Craig Haueisen is a Loan Officer with Prospect Mortgage.  Please feel free to email him or call him for any of your Mortgage needs.
Office: 808-298-7549 or Email: craig.haueisen@prospectmtg.com
Click here to visit Craig's website and apply online: http://myprospectmortgage.com/CHaueisen