Running a Successful AirBnB on Maui

Operating an AirBnb on Maui

While some visitors to Maui still prefer to stay in a hotel, more and more visitors each year are looking for a more affordable and more intimate experience on their Maui vacation by looking for AirBnB’s in smaller short term rentable communities. 

It’s no secret that Maui has a large variety of short term rentable communities, particularly in Kihei, Wailea, Ka’anapali and Kapalua, where owners utilize their units as investment properties and list for nightly rentals on AirBnb and VRBO. 

In addition to being a second home for the owners, these units produce considerable rental income and allows owners to continue building equity and working toward their financial goals. 

However, not all of these units…

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Maui Real Estate Market Report December 2024: A Buyer's Market Heading Into the Busiest Season of the Year


Maui Real Estate Market Report 10.24

Heading into the holiday season, the real estate market on Maui is coming off an extended period of slower than usual sales and higher than usual levels of inventory. The trends of fewer total closed sales and higher levels of inventory, particularly in the condo market, began early in 2024.

Higher interest rates, the Mayor’s widely unpopular proposed ban on apartment zoned short term rentals, and increasing condo insurance rates have all collectively contributed to this current market on Maui that favors buyers over sellers. 

Are Real Estate Values Still Going Up on Maui?

The single family home market and the condo market operate…

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A Buyer's Guide To The Best Condos in Kihei

Best condos in Kihei Maui

Kihei is a Hawaiian beach community on the southern shores of Maui. Kihei’s location means that it's perfectly placed for easy access to the best of what Maui has to offer, like the picture-perfect beaches of Wailea and Makena, surfing, snorkeling, ocean cruises, and more. There are so many great things to do in Kihei that many consider buying a home or condo here themselves. 

Specifically, there are considerable benefits to owning a short-term rentable condo in Kihei. Thanks to its proximity to some of Maui’s best beaches, Kihei is a popular vacation destination and therefore has a large number of condo complexes compared to other Maui communities.

The three Kamaole beaches along with Sugar Beach…

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Enjoy Whale Watching on Maui with These Tours

Whale Watching on Maui

The warm waters of the Hawaiian Islands support vibrant marine life. Every year, migrating populations of North Pacific Humpback Whales journey to this region between Autumn and Spring. The peak Maui whale season occurs between mid-January and March.

Locals and visitors alike enjoy a number of great options for observing these magnificent (and legally protected) creatures in the waters off of Maui. Many Maui activity companies offer whale watching cruises permitting people to observe and photograph migrating Humpback Whales and other marine creatures.

The 3 best whale watching tours tours I recommend are the Alii Nui Royal Feast Dinner Sail, the Ultimate Rafting Whale Watch, and The Pacific Whale…

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