Paia/Haiku Maui Hawaii Real Estate Newsletter     -     April 2009------------------------------------------------------------The April Paia/Haiku Realtor Caravan had some great prices for homes.  Thisfirst home is already pending and it's no surprise with a price like that.The Spreckelsville homes are all beautiful of course.1.    Fixer Upper, Haiku  $290,000.00- large lot with an old home and garage/workshop, needs work- classic plantation home and garage with laundry room and bathroom2.    Plantation Duplex, Haiku  $355,000.00- charming 4BD/3BA duplex home with carport between the units- nice remodel job including bamboo cabinetry, maple laminate flooring,stainless appliances, tiled bathrooms3.    Two Homes, Haiku  $650,000.00- unique and secluded 4BD/3BA home plus detached cottage i... 04/23/2009

The last couple days in Haiku Maui have just been beautiful.  I been digging in my garden, getting the soilready for spring planting.  I hope you enjoy the photos. So there you go, some of my favorite flowers.  With spring, mango trees are flowering and I love picking summer mangoes.  So if Haiku MauiReal Estate is a place you would like to call home, give me a call.  It has been my home for over 40 Yrs.  It's a great place to raise a family or plant a garden.  Many people like it for its laid back country life away from the resort community. Steven Nickens R(S), GRI, ABRElite Pacific PropertiesWailea, Maui, Hawaii 96753www.nickensmaui.comEmail: nickens@maui.netCell: 808-280-220836 yrs on Maui, Experience that makes a difference! 04/20/2009

Maui Homes for Sale - Bathtubs with a view Here on Maui the weather is so good we like to enjoy being outdoors whenever we can.  This has even carried over to home design.  I will often see beautiful Maui homes for sale like these, where there are no window coverings in the bathroom.  Why spoil the view? OK so this one here is a little cloudy... yes those are clouds outside at a higher elevation up in Kula.  On a sunny day you would be able to see the ocean from this Kula home. KULA MAUI HOMES FOR SALE   Haiku Maui homes often have lush gardens with palm trees and tropical flowers.  Why not bring that island beauty inside too? This north shore Haiku home also has a beautiful pool and pool cabana with ocean views.  However you choose to relax, you can see the ocean and feel the breeze, a... 04/17/2009

I have this new listing in Haiku Maui.  It is a three bedroom home located with in minutes to shopping, schools, and surf at Hookipa Beach  Park.  This home is priced right for a quick sale, priced at $420,000. For more information on this, or other Haiku Maui real estate, check this link.Steven Nickens R(S), GRI, ABRElite Pacific PropertiesWailea, Maui, Hawaii 96753www.nickensmaui.comEmail: nickens@maui.netCell: 808-280-2208 04/11/2009

My Haiku Maui Garden We made it through the winter and ate something from the garden every day.  This was our first time to really set this goal and do it right.  I'm not counting things like bananas and avocados either, but produce from the veggie garden by the house. Thanks to a bumper crop of Kabocha squash (Japanese Pumpkin) that sprawled over the neighboring vacant land, we have had plenty of fresh organic veggies to eat and give away. Just this week we have eaten all these veggies from our large garden: kabocha beets + beet greens salad greens herbs pea pods purple beans cherry tomatoes chard onions green onions green peppers eggplant Now that spring is here, and the days are longer, the plants are already growing faster.  There's new flowers on the old pepper plants, and on the o... 03/25/2009

(don't forget to send me an email if you want to receive these free real estate newsletters - pls sign up online) Paia/Haiku Maui HI  Real Estate Newsletter   -  March 2009 ------------------------------------------------------------ Paia/Haiku Realtor Caravan in March was a bit of a rain-out.  Our new JimSanders listing is the wonderful off-grid home in a very private settingbelow the Hana Highway, #3.  Living off the grid can be challenging, butit's also very rewarding to know you can be in control of your own power andwater supply.  We have a lot of experience with off-grid living ourselves,so I can offer plenty of advice if you ask.1.    Peace and Quiet , Haiku  $530,000.00- 3BD/2BA home with vaulted ceilings, open floor plan, new roof, cedar siding, and large 2-car garage- over 1 a... 03/24/2009

Haiku Maui real estate has some great luxury homes for sale.  If you were ever dreaming of living in a tropical get away.  There are some great neighborhoods like Haiku Makai and Haiku Hill homes.  Discover some of the finest quality home designs, and build by some of Maui's finest north shore craftsman.There are many Haiku homes on the market, but to find that right property can be a challenge.  That is where I come in.  With over 40 yrs on the north shore, and 23 years prior to real estate a contractor for 15 years.  I can help you find that quality home that you are looking for.  Local knowledge can make a difference.  There are properties that I know of before they even hit the market.  So knowing the inventory on and off the market is crucial.  So if you are in the market to purcha... 03/18/2009

 Its spring and time to plant! (Group- Green Mean and Energy Efficent) 1.      First thing to start a garden is to clean up after winter and get the ground ready. 2.      You might consider square foot gardening. Raised beds are easy to maintain. Check http://www.squarefootgardening.com for tips. 3.      I like this method of raised beds, because once it is set up its is low maintenance. 4.      You can get creative with making your raised beds.  Left over lumber that hasn't been treated is great for walls for your beds.  Bricks are another option; I had some left over bricks and recycled them into raised beds. 5.      Getting started with soil preparation.  6.      In Hawaii we have acidic soil, and a clay based soil. It is a good idea to test your soil to get a PH reading on your soil... 03/16/2009

Today was the annual Haiku Maui Flower Festival in Haiku Maui.  It was a bit of an iffy day with a Kona Storm blowing hard southerly winds.  But that did not stop the show from going on.They had a lot of things for the kids to do.Beautiful flowers of all sizes and colors.Lots of our local flowers are shipped all over the U.S.This is my friend Carol.  She was my first broker and decided to go full time into orchids years ago.There were all kinds of items for sale.  Lots of home crafted goods, jams, art, and lots of good food.There were beautiful blown glass and lots of palms and tropical flowers for sale.  All in all, it was a great day in Haiku.  as I was driving off the rain came for a quick rinse.  So if Haiku Maui real estate might be calling you, check this link.  Steven Nickens R(S... 03/14/2009

Paia/Haiku Maui Real Estate Newsletter     -     February 2009 FREE MAUI E- NEWSLETTERS------------------------------------------------------------The February Realtor Caravan for Paia and Haiku was smaller than usual, with some great new Maui homes for sale.  The first listing here has already gone under contract, but there are still plenty of good deals to be had.  See if any of these are just what you're looking for.1.    Cute as a Button, Paia  $525,000.00- single-level 3BD/2BA remodeled home with a darling back yard, tropical flowers and trees- save on gas and walk to everything you need in Paia, ocean view too!  Pictured here.2.    Short Sale, Paia  $625,000.00- upgraded 3BD/3BA home with an oceanview upstairs master suite- wonderful yard with mature trees, gazebo, hot tub and out... 03/01/2009

 I was home early from work and enjoying myself working in the yard.  It was raining lightly and I look up and there was this beautiful rainbow.  So I busted out my camera a took a few photos. I hope you enjoy them. This is from my garden Arica PalmsI love Haiku for the tropical weather.  Its not to hot, its not to cold.  Every thing grows wild, you stick anything in the ground and it flourishes.  So if you are looking for Haiku Maui real estate, check this link. Aloha,Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABRElite Pacific PropertiesWailea, Maui, hi 96753www.nickensmaui.comEmail: nickens@maui.netCell: 808-280-2208 Experience that makes a difference!  02/25/2009

Vacant Land Sales - Maui HI Who says there are no good deals out there?  Today's Paragon hot sheet shows that someone got a really good deal on 1.6 acres of land in Haiku, with an ocean view.  Originally listed at $450,000 this parcel on Aoku Place ended up selling for $175,000 - all cash.  That's less than half price! What were the drawbacks? no county water meter former pineapple field easement access What were the benefits? ocean views mostly flat and usable zoned AG This Haiku vacant land took 452 days to sell, but was only under contract for less than 3 weeks.  What took so long?  Let's face it - it was way overpriced when it hit the market. Are you shopping for vacant land in Haiku Maui?  You can begin your search at www.eastmaui.com  where you can find the active and pending lis... 02/24/2009

Paia/Haiku Maui Real Estate Newsletter     -     January 2009------------------------------------------------------------Want to know the hot new listings in Haiku and Paia this January?  Here's agood selection of homes priced between $369,000 and $4,495,000.1.    Probate Sale, Pauwela  $369,000.00- bring your tools along to make this fixer-upper your own- located ocean-side of Hana Highway on a quiet country road2.    Residential Condo, Upcountry  $699,000.00- two story 4BD/3BA home with nice ocean views and a quiet country setting- large gym area attached to the home by an enclosed garage 3.    A-Frame, Haiku  $950,000.00 (pictured)- cozy 4BD/3BA cabin style home with ohana and a detached cottage- almost 3 acres with a park-like setting, end of the road privacy4.    Subdivide, Peahi  ... 01/30/2009

HAIKU MAUI HAWAII - 96708 2008 Year End Market Report What sold in Haiku Maui last year?  Here's a synopsis of the market.  I'm only including residential and land, as there are no condos, and not a lot of commercial activity. Residential Sales - 52 homes total volume - $55,120,805 price range  $335,000 - $5,000,000 average price - $1,060,015 median price - $739,000 average Days On Market  178   HAIKU RELOCATION PACKAGE            HAIKU MAP  Land Sales - 12 parcels ranging from 1/4 acre - 7.5 acres total volume - $5,896,000 price range  $200,000 - $1,450,000 average price - $491,333 median price - $372,000 average Days On Market  231 For more Haiku and Maui real estate market info, please contact me.... Georgina M. Hunter REALTOR (S) e-Pro  808 283-0635   EMAIL Search all Maui active an... 01/27/2009

Haiku, Maui, Hawaii is a place I would imagine to exist, if I was dreaming about tropical paradise.  A place a way from the hustle of places like Honolulu.  Even know we have quality resorts on Maui, Haiku is a place that when you drive past Paia Plantation town. You have entered another world.  The drive along the coast, with the windsurfers busting airs in the surf.  You see all the surfers out enjoying the surf at Hookipa Beach Park.   Then you head into Maliko Gulch and you officially enter Haiku Maui.  I love the green vegetation, and rows of pineapple fields that scream that you are in Haiku.  Myself, turning up Haiku road is a journey in it self.  I love driving past the old Baldwin Estate.  It is around 25 acres of beautiful landscape property.  Haiku is mostly made up of two-a... 01/09/2009

Island Flavor , Steve's Holiday Sweet Potatoes!   This year I have been working a lot in my organic garden.  We all need a life, this is one of the things I love to do is garden.  So here is my garden favorite!  Steve's Holiday Sweet Potatoes Casserole! Okay, so you're asking can you really cook.  Well, I really enjoy fresh greens out of my garden.  It has led to a few creative dishes that I like. So here is my Holiday Sweet Potatoes Casserole. 1. First you need fresh yams, boil till they are half cooked.  Use a fork to check, they should slip out pretty easy.  Dice into chunks, or boil so you can mash.2. Next is fresh basil for a little spice in your potatoes.3.  A little coconut milk.  I use fresh coconuts out of my yard, can coconut juice will work. 4.  Raisins5.  A pinch of garlic.6... 12/21/2008

This year hopefully is changing the way we think, and live.  With the economic climate, and high gas prices we were experiencing we had to change.  The auto industry is getting a major wake-up call.  Okay gas is cheap now, but we know that will change.  Okay I sold my gas guzzler this year, and I am getting 27 miles per gallon with my Passat.  So my whole philosophy is to change the way I work, and live. So this is my green campaign, I have been hauling compost, and manure.  I decided to grow my own organic food and save a lot of money, and get organic untreated food.  It is a paradigm shift.  Actually I have been gardening most of my adult life.  So it was a natural transition, I built these redwood boxes, to eliminated weeds. Asia my Ridgeback   New lettuce What did it was tomatoes up... 12/18/2008

FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER.COM I recently joined Twitter.com because I was curious.  I held back as long as I could because I knew it would probably be a real time grabber.  I like it and it can be fun if you have time to get into it, and join in some conversations.  There are some smart peeps on Twitter, but you never know until you spend some time reading their tweets and following their links.  140 characters is a real contraint to being brilliant, so you often have to delve a little deeper by clicking a link. I like to check in there once or twice a day for a half hour, if time permits.  I see some of the same people on there time after time.  Do you twitter?  How much time do you spend there?  Do you find yourself staying too long at the party?  How do you manage your time there? (You c... 12/16/2008

If you happen to be looking for commercial property in Haiku, Maui.  I have two beautiful lots, located in the heart of Haiku, Maui.  Both lots have water meters and road side access from Kokomo, which is the main road.  The lots equal to almost one acre of property.  Both lots are priced at $1,899,000.  For more information email for full details. Lots   Lots are located right across from Haiku Cannery     Mahalo, Steve Nickens R(S), GRI, ABR The Wailea Group, LLC 3750 Wailea Alanui, Suite 5We Wailea, Maui, Hi  96753 www.nickensmaui.com Email: nickens@maui.net Cell: 808-280-2208   12/11/2008

Taro - Kalo These are some taro plants growing in a lush Hawaiian valley, on Maui's north shore, where the plentiful rains bring an abundance of life. Taro patches used to be more common, and every family had these plants as a staple, to get by.  The taro plant is like a symbol of the family, and it was held in high esteem.  It is believed to be one of the earliest cultivated plants, originating in the Malaysian area. In Hawaii, one of the traditional foods, POI, is made from the taro root.  The leaves are another great food, high in vitamins and minerals, and are used most notably in LAU LAU.  Today you can find both poi and lau lau in most Hawaii grocery stores and local restaurants, and the taro roots and leaves for sale in the supermarkets and ethnic food shops. Are you looking for... 11/23/2008