Evan Harlow | In The Press

National media outlets have sought me out for insight on Maui's real estate market, luxury buyer behavior, and wellness trends in high-end homes. Below is a complete, verified record of that coverage, along with the industry rankings and recognition behind it.

Industry Rankings & Awards

Coldwell Banker International President's Premier — Awarded for five consecutive years, placing me in the top 1% of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide based on annual production.

RealTrends Hawaii Rankings — Ranked 28th among individual agents and teams by sales volume statewide in 2025, one of only two non-team agents on Maui to rank ahead of larger team-based competitors. View the rankings

Fidelity National Title Maui's Top 3% Realtors — Annually recognized among Maui's top 3% of Realtors, out of roughly 2,000 active licensees on the island.

Editorial Press

Fortune — "Paris Hilton Took Out a Mortgage on the $63 Million Mansion She Bought From Mark Wahlberg. Here's Why That's Actually a Smart Financial Decision"

"It surprises many people, but it's actually quite common for the mega-wealthy to take out mortgages, even when they could write a check for the full purchase price," I told Fortune, explaining why ultra-wealthy buyers often finance rather than pay cash. Read the article

Fortune — "Billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg Used Mortgages to Buy Multimillion-Dollar Mansions. Here's Why That's a Savvy Financial Decision"

Fortune returned for a follow-up piece on the same topic, again featuring my perspective on why wealthy buyers treat mortgages as a financial tool rather than a burden. Read the article

Realtor.com — "'Biohacking' Amenities Are What Wealthy Homebuyers Are Clamoring for Right Now"

"Biohacking amenities, such as saunas, add $10,000 to $20,000 to resale value in wellness markets like Maui, and that's a sign of modern luxury," I told Realtor.com. "Their attraction to health-aware clients will increase the property worth on average by 2% to 5%." Read the article

Realtor.com — "Maui's Condo Market Heats Up as Single-Family-Home Sales Drop"

"Condo sales have been improving," I told Realtor.com about February 2026 market data. "Inventory is still way up, and it's a buyer's market, but with prices being way down from two years ago in the condo market, many buyers are taking advantage of the opportunity." I also noted that "buyers are absolutely finding opportunities in the condo segment," and that "sellers have become more motivated as the market has remained soft and are having to be more competitive on price to get their property sold." Read the article

Realtor.com — "Maui Residents Still Rebuilding After 2023 Wildfires Get Housing Relief as FEMA Extends Aid"

"The extension will ease some of the stress for individuals and families who continue to suffer from the fire's after-effects," I told Realtor.com. "Housing insecurity is directly linked to significant mental health challenges, and years of post-fire trauma can really take a toll on someone." I also spoke to the pace of Lahaina's recovery: "While there is noticeable progress in the rebuilding of Lahaina, the recovery has been slower than we all hoped. The first stages of the cleanup took 18 months before rebuilding could begin," and on the delayed wildfire settlement, "Many victims are still waiting on their settlements to begin their rebuilding efforts, and this is our current bottleneck for rebuilding Lahaina." Read the article

Homes.com — "As Maui's Housing Market Resets, a 2.5-Acre Volcanic Compound Asks $11.5 Million"

Homes.com featured my listing at 426 Wailau in Launiupoko, with commentary on current market conditions and what makes this mountaintop property stand out. Read the article

Mansion Global — "Mountaintop Retreat With Panoramic Ocean Views Over Maui's Northwest Coast Lists for $11.5 Million"

Mansion Global, a Wall Street Journal-affiliated publication, also featured this Launiupoko listing and its rare 25-acre setting. Read the article

Mansion Global — "Ex-Microsoft Exec Sells Hawaii Escape for $6.65 Million"

"South Maui's beachfront market is defined above all else by scarcity," I told Mansion Global. "Direct oceanfront homesites on this stretch of coastline are extraordinarily finite, and those that combine a gated setting, a raised lot, and a complete, high-caliber renovation are rarer still." Read the article

Civil Beat — "Maui County's Move Against Vacation Rentals Likely to Bog Down in Court"

I spoke with Civil Beat, Hawaii's nonprofit investigative newsroom, about HOA assessments and short-term rental income dynamics at Kamaole Sands amid the county's Bill 9 debate. Read the article

Recognition

Hawaii Business Magazine, Movers & Makers — Profiled for building a real estate business grounded in original, in-depth local content and photography. View the listing

Hawaii Business Magazine, Top Performers in Real Estate 2025 — Named among Coldwell Banker Island Properties' top-performing agents statewide. View the list

Media Inquiries

If you're a journalist covering Maui real estate, luxury buyer trends, or the short-term rental market, I'm happy to talk. Reach me directly at 808-214-4799 or evan@mauieliteproperty.com.

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