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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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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Expansive Ocean Views Plus Privacy at 220 Paia Pohaku Place

220 Paia Pohaku
Maui is home to a wide variety of luxury real estate options with Launiupoko in West Maui offering one of the most attractive value propositions for buyers looking for custom homes with massive ocean views. Along with the ocean views, Launiupoko benefits from agricultural zoning and large lots of 2 acres or more are available for owners who want to farm, have tropical landscaping, and/or cultivate an orchard. 

There are currently 10 homes for sale in Launiupoko with a price range of $3.15M for 206 Wailau Place to $16.9M for 454 Wailau Place. Of these many beautiful properties, 220 Paia Pohaku, currently listed at $3,995,000 stands out for its incredible view plane, its position in the…

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Buying a Home or Condo on Maui

Buying Real Estate on Maui Hawaii

Buying a home or a condo on Maui is a big undertaking and to be successful in the endeavor, it requires a great deal of information to make an informed decision.  Maybe this is your first time or perhaps you’re a seasoned real estate veteran with a diverse portfolio of properties.

Whether you are looking to buy your primary home, a vacation home, or an investment property, buying on Maui comes with a list of important items to consider along the way. The following list will help you to take charge of your finances, understand your budget, and determine the right area, community, and realtor that can best help you.

When it comes to buying a home or condo in Maui, being familiar with the island and the various…

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Oceanfront Condos on Maui: A List of The 10 Best

oceanfront condos on maui

Maui is home to some of the most beautiful coastlines anywhere in the world and what better way to enjoy their beauty than from the comfort of your own oceanfront condo? Imagine waking up to a stunning tropical landscape and venturing out across the sandy beach just steps from your front door then ending the day admiring an incredible sunset at from your lanai?

As a real estate agent, many people ask me what the best oceanfront communities are. Maui has many beautiful oceanfront condo complexes with condos for sale at a variety of price points and after years of selling real estate on the island, I’ve seen them all. So, I put together a list of the 10 best oceanfront condo communities and here…

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With So Many Options, What is the Best Area To Stay in Maui?

Where To Stay in Maui 

If you haven’t been to Maui before, you will likely be wondering where the best area to stay on Maui is. If you have been here before, you may already have a preferred area to spend your time or are now considering trying a new location.

Maui has several different zones where you can find nightly Airbnb rentals or hotels and they do vary quite a bit. Where you stay on your vacation in Maui is an important decision and can be pivotal to enjoying yourself to the fullest depending on the types of things you’re interested in doing while you’re here. 

I’ve lived on Maui since 2010 and have spent a lot of time in all of Maui’s diverse areas, in this article I will cover the different…

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Offering Seller Financing as a Seller Can Improve The Chances of a Sale

Seller Financing in Real Estate

Commonly, buyers who cannot or do not want to pay for a new home or condo with cash take out a mortgage through a bank or other financial institution. Banks and financial institutions have strict underwriting standards and borrower requirements.

The process can often time-consuming, costly and riddled with stress. While this is the typical way to finance a real estate purchase, it is not the only option available. One alternative that we see more of in a buyer's market is seller financing. 

What Is Seller Financing? 

When a seller finances the transaction, he or she becomes the lender. The promissory note, put together by the title company during escrow, is between…

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Wailea Ekahi Unit 6F: Just Listed by Evan

Wailea Ekahi Unit 6F

Wailea Ekahi is one of Wailea's best oceanfront condo communities and offers some of the absolute best on-site amenities with its recently completed oceanfront pool pavilion. I'm proud to represent the sellers of Unit 6F as they have had this condo in their family for almost 30 years.

Ekahi is a special place where its not uncommon for a family to keep their unit that long and have different generations getting to enjoy the beach lifestyle in Wailea. 

View Wailea Ekahi 6F Listing

When we look at Wailea Ekahi, the units that have quality ocean views are higher demand and so are units that are close to the pool and beach. Unit 6F has a great ocean view and is just steps away from pool and…

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Working With a Buyer's Agent on Maui

Buyers Agent Maui

The process of buying a property on Maui, or anywhere else in the United States, is getting a new wrinkle this August, a mandatory buyer representation agreement. Due to the recent NAR settlement, buyer representation agreements are now a required part of the process of purchasing real estate with an agent.

There are many misconceptions out there about how this will work in practice. It's actually pretty simple and may be a good thing for the business, keep reading to learn more. 

What's a Buyer's Representation Agreement?

Buyer representation agreements aren’t a new document. They have previously existed as an optional part of the process for agents and buyers, they just weren’t a required part of the…

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