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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Era of ChangeThursday, July 06, 2023 , 7:30pm-8:30pm In pre-war and World War II years of the 1930’s to 1950’s Hawai‘i entered the world scene. From the popular radio show, Hawaii Calls hosted by Webley Edwards and the appeal of Hawaiian music on the mainland which featured such legendary artists as Gabby Pahinui, Johnny Alameida, Alfred Apaka, and the hapa-haole music of R. Alex Anderson.The World War II years, after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, was an era of dramatic transition and change culturally, socially, economically, environmentally and politically. Even today we are troubled by the fuel storage stations from World War II that are polluting our water table on Oahu.How those changes affected the lives of ordinary residents during that era were recorded and published by the Unive...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
               Latest rates, based on 20 percent down, $200,000 owner-occupant mortgages. The rates and terms may vary; check with lenders for details. Rates may have changed click here to verifyWednesday, June 28, 2023  Lender Term/Type Interest Rate % Points % *APR Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union808-531-3711NMLS#377314 15-YR Fixed 5.250 2.000 5.737 30-YR Fixed 5.875 1.875 6.161 5-YR ARM 5.125 0.875 5.303 American Savings Bank808-593-1226NMLS#423168 15-YR Fixed 5.625 1.875 6.050 30-YR Fixed 6.250 1.875 6.515 5-YR ARM 6.125 1.875 7.402 Bank of Hawaii877-616-2636 15-YR Fixed 6.250 0.625 6.349 30-YR Fixed 6.500 0.750 6.573 5-YR ARM 5.750 2.250 7.098 Central Pacific Bank808-544-0500NMLS#416603 15-YR Fixed 5.625 1.875 6.059 30-YR Fixed 5.875 2.125 6.161 5-YR ARM 6.625 0.000 7.553 Finance...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Downtown and Nu'uanu Honolulu, May 2023   Single Family Homes May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 7 / 10  -30% 21 / 38  -45% Median Sales Price $1.1M / $1.3645M  -19%  $1.1M / $1.2665M  -13%  Percent of Original List Price Received 100.0% / 100.0% 0%  94.8% / 100.1%  -5%  Median Days on Market Until Sale 14 / 20  -30% 17 / 9  89% New Listings 6 / 7  -14% 30 / 42  -29%  Pending Sales 1 / 6  -83% 18 / 36  -50% Active Inventory 22 / 14  57% ---    Condos May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 23 / 62  -63% 133 / 239  -44% Median Sales Price $585,000 / $629,950  -7%   $571,500 / $590,750  -3% Percent of Original List Price Received 97.3% / 100.0%  -3% 97.5% / 100.0%  -3% Median Days on Market Until Sale ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
   SALT Summer Nights Fri at 6:00PM - 10:00PM  Summer is heating up and that means it’s time for our SALT Summer Nights! This popular series is back and you’re invited to pau hana with us in The Barn on Friday, June 30 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Vibe to the local music of Ten Feet, Kapono Wong and Pono Kaeo. Sip on some refreshing drinks from the Village Bottle Shop & Tasting Room bar that will be serving up 805 Beer, 805 Cerveza, Kupu Spirits and Maui Hard Seltzer. Shop at your favorite local vendors and artisans at our SALT Marketplace. Spin the SALT Prize Wheel for a chance to win a prize from your favorite merchant! All ages welcome at this FREE, fun, pet-friendly event! Stay tuned for information about upcoming SALT Summer Nights events throughout the summer.  LOCATION:SALT At Our Kak...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Diamond Head & Kapahulu Honolulu, May 2023   Single Family Homes May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 11 / 15  -27%  50 / 86  -42%  Median Sales Price $1.2M / $1.2M 0%   $1.267M / $1.43M -11%  Percent of Original List Price Received 94.8% / 105.8%  -10%   94.6% / 101.0%  -6% Median Days on Market Until Sale 34 / 11  209%  29 / 13  123% New Listings 13 / 25  -48% 67 / 102  -34% Pending Sales 10 / 17  -41% 66 / 86 -23% Active Inventory 35 / 37  -5% ---    Condos May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 5 / 8  -38%  25 / 52  -52%  Median Sales Price $592,500 / $650,000  54%    $637,000 / $587,500  8% Percent of Original List Price Received 101.7% / 98.4%  3% 100.0% / 100.0%  0%    Median Days on Market Unt...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Makiki & Moili'ili Honolulu, May 2023   Single Family Homes May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 6 / 14  -57%  37 / 54  -31%  Median Sales Price $1.2775M / $1.94M   -34%   $1.435M / $1.783M  -20%   Percent of Original List Price Received 95.5% / 100.0%  -5% 95.7% / 100.0%  -4% Median Days on Market Until Sale 15 / 12  -25% 13 / 20  -35% New Listings 16 / 20  -25% 64 / 74  -14% Pending Sales 13 / 14  -7% 51 / 63  -19% Active Inventory 26 / 26  0% ---    Condos May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 48 / 90  -47% 175 / 365  -51%  Median Sales Price $415,000 / $399,500  4%   $415,000 / $410,000  1% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.3% / 100.0%  -2% 97.9% / 100.0%  -2% Median Days on Market Until...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Ala Moana & Kaka'ako Honolulu, May 2023   Single Family Homes May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 0 / 2  -100% 2 / 4  -50%   Median Sales Price $0.0 / $1.4375  0% $1.01M / $1.29M  -22% Percent of Original List Price Received 0.0% / 91.8% 0% 103.7% / 95.7%  8% Median Days on Market Until Sale 0 / 40  0% 4 / 29  -86% New Listings 3 / 3  0% 6 / 11  -45% Pending Sales 0 / 2  -100% 3 / 6  -50% Active Inventory 3 / 4  -25% ---    Condos May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 54 / 70  -23%  225 / 360  -38% Median Sales Price $610,000 / $800,000  -24%  $645,000 / $776,000  -17% Percent of Original List Price Received 97.3% / 97.9%  -1% 96.8% / 97.9%  -1% Median Days on Market Until Sale 34 / 27  26% 35 / 29 ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Waikiki Honolulu, May 2023   Single Family Homes May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 0 / 0  0% 0 / 1  -100% Median Sales Price $0 / $0  0% $0 / $1.5M  0% Percent of Original List Price Received 0 / 0  0% 0 / 90.9  0% Median Days on Market Until Sale 0 / 0  0% 0 / 103  0% New Listings 0 / 0  0% 0 / 0  0% Pending Sales 0 / 0  0% 0 / 0  0% Active Inventory 0 / 0  0% ---    Condos May Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 94 / 136  -31%  449 / 612  -27% Median Sales Price $402,500 / $420,000  -4%   $411,500 / $429,500  -4% Percent of Original List Price Received 97.4% / 100.0%  -3% 97.2% / 98.6%  -1% Median Days on Market Until Sale 20 / 24  -17% 26 / 21  24% New Listings 141 / 162  -13% 660 / 791  -17%   P...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
 PLANNING FOR DISASTERA seminar on disaster risk reduction and risk management El Nino Weather conditions places Hawaii at high risk for natural disasters. It is important that residents of Hawaii prepare for natural hazards for the short and long term. This talk will cover natural hazard risk (hurricane and tsunami, how to gather your emergency supplies, emergency/evacuation planning and reducing the risk of damage to your property from a hurricane.THURSDAY, JUNE 291pm to 2pmAdmission is Free - located in the WCC AuditoriumSPEAKER: DENNIS HWANG IS A FACULTY MEMBER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII SEA GRANTCOLLEGE PROGRAM, APART OF NOAARegister online atwww.waikikicommunitycenter.org/registeror call 808-923-1802  
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Diamond Head Theatre has a brand new campus and what better way to enjoy the new facilities than taking in the extended performances of it's latest production.Diamond Head Theatre presents The Bodyguard the Musical that will run until June 18th. Superstar Rachel Marron finds herself saddled with a stalker just as she is basking in the glory of an Oscar nomination. Corralled into her entourage, somewhat unwillingly, is Frank Farmer, a top-level body-guard. Each expects to be in charge; what they don't expect is to fall in love.The Bodyguard features a host of irresistible classics including "Queen of the Night," "So Emotional," "One Moment in Time," "Saving All My Love," "Run to You," "I Have Nothing," "I Wanna Dance with Somebody" and one of the biggest selling songs of all time- "I Wil...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
One of the corner stones of modern Hawaiian law is the remarkable revelation of human rights by an ambitious King with conquest on his mind. In observance of King Kamehameha Day, we celebrate the remarkable legal legacy of our Mo’i Nui.Kamehameha, during his conquest to unify the islands, had initiated a military expedition in Puna, an area on the big island, that resisted his early military ambitions. Arriving by sea, his landing party encountered a group of commoners (non combatants) on the beach, who seeing the invaders attempted to escape inland. While chasing two fishermen who had stayed behind to cover the retreat of a man carrying a child, Kamehameha's foot became caught in the reef. The fisherman, Kaleleiki, seeing Kamehameha’s predicament turned and struck the incapacitated Ali...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Sales Volume of O‘ahu Homes Picks Up Month-to-Month, Still Down Compared to 2023Properties in both markets spend longer on the market, approximately three weeks HONOLULU – According to resales figures released this week by the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, the sales volume of O‘ahu homes improved month-over-month, rising 26.0% for single-family homes and 4.3% for condos in May. However, closed sales declined 23.8% for single-family homes and 36.3% for condos compared to the same time last year.Using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, the Board reported the following statistics:Single-Family Home Resales   Number of Sales Median Sales Price May 2023 262  -23.8% $1,109,000  -3.9% May 2022 365 $1,153,500 Condominium Resales   Number of Sales Median S...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
WAIKIKI HONOLULU: THE WINDSORThe Windsor is a 44-story fee simple condominium in the popular West-end section of Waikiki. The updated building features 1, and 2, bedroom condos with some units having Diamond Head and ocean vIews. The building is close to beaches, the Hawaii and Waikiki Yacht Clubs, Ala Moana Beach Park and Shopping center with many restaurants and retail shopping nearby. The Windsor is pet friendly(verify) and has 24-hour security, a resident manager, secured parking and lobby. The building offers a roof top Sky Terrace, available for parties and the panoramic view from the terrace offers excellent views of the Hilton Hawaiian Village's Friday night fireworks.Originally built in 1983, the building was updated and remodeled a few years ago, including the units and common...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Oahu SPCA Needs Your Kokua TodayYour donation helps to treat rescued animals at the center as well as running lowest cost sterilization and wellness clinic services. https://oahuspca.org/donateFounded in 2009, the Oahu SPCA was the first (and is still the only) 501(c)(3) No-Kill Animal Shelter in Hawaii. We are dedicated to rescuing Oahu's homeless pets and humanely reducing the population of animals on the streets through our low cost spay & neuter services. We are committed to serving the needs of the people and animals in Honolulu County and across the state of Hawaii.Oahu SPCA is not part of any other SPCA or humane society. We operate and raise all funds independently. Every dollar that you contribute has a significant impact on our mission.  For expert Real Estate Sales and Pet Fr...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
               Latest rates, based on 20 percent down, $200,000 owner-occupant mortgages. The rates and terms may vary; check with lenders for details. Rates may have changed click here to verifyWednesday, May 31, 2023  Lender Term/Type Interest Rate % Points % *APR Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union808-531-3711NMLS#377314 15-YR Fixed 5.375 1.875 5.845 30-YR Fixed 6.000 1.625 6.264 5-YR ARM 5.125 0.625 5.281 American Savings Bank808-593-1226NMLS#423168 15-YR Fixed 5.500 2.000 5.942 30-YR Fixed 6.250 1.875 6.515 5-YR ARM 5.750 1.750 7.165 Bank of Hawaii877-616-2636 15-YR Fixed 5.750 1.625 6.005 30-YR Fixed 6.375 1.375 6.508 5-YR ARM 5.625 1.625 6.916 Central Pacific Bank808-544-0500NMLS#416603 15-YR Fixed 5.625 1.750 6.039 30-YR Fixed 6.125 1.750 6.381 5-YR ARM 6.500 0.000 7.209 Finance ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Downtown and Nu'uanu Honolulu, April 2023   Single Family Homes April Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 3 / 4  -25% 14 / 28  -50% Median Sales Price $940,000 / $1.5125M  -38%  $1.105M / $1.2458M  -12%  Percent of Original List Price Received 78.3% / 99.6%  -21%   92.9% / 101.1%  -8%  Median Days on Market Until Sale 181 / 74  145% 21 / 9  133% New Listings 3 / 13  -77% 24 / 35  -31%  Pending Sales 6 / 11  -45% 17 / 30  -43% Active Inventory 19 / 16  19% ---    Condos April Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 21 / 57  -63% 110 / 177  -38% Median Sales Price $487,000 / $640,000  -24%   $547,500 / $581,000  -6% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.4% / 100.0%  -2% 97.9% / 100.0%  -2% Median Days on M...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
Le Dîner en Blanc - HonoluluSaturday, June 17 4PM-10PM  Are you ready for a moveable feast, extrodinaire? Le Diner en Blanc - Honolulu, the all-in-white-themed event, is coming back to Oahu on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Le Dîner en Blanc is all about celebrating the zest for for life with a fête mobile, indulging in food, fashion, and community, year after year, with a dollop of spontaneity and a dash of mystery. Garbed all in white, guests arrive at a secret location for a chic picnic en masse. Attendees bring their own tables, chairs, picnic baskets, all the accoutrement, to sit down with friends and make new connections in one of their city’s most beautiful public spaces. The location remains secret up until the very moment of arrival. Over the course of the evening, guests from all b...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Diamond Head & Kapahulu Honolulu, April 2023   Single Family Homes April Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 13 / 21  -38%  39 / 71  -45%  Median Sales Price $1.675M / $1.5M -1%   $1.35M / $1.5M -10%  Percent of Original List Price Received 95.8% / 100.0%  -4%   94.4% / 100.0%  -6% Median Days on Market Until Sale 25 / 9  178%  27 / 14  93% New Listings 17 / 20  -15% 54 / 77  -30% Pending Sales 12 / 15  -20% 56 / 69 -19% Active Inventory 36 / 31  16% ---    Condos April Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 6 / 8  -25%  20 / 44  -55%  Median Sales Price $592,500 / $567,500  4%    $628,500 / $587,500  7% Percent of Original List Price Received 94.5% / 100.0%  -6% 99.5% / 100.0%  -1%    Median Days on Market ...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
  Local Market Update  Makiki & Moili'ili Honolulu, April 2023   Single Family Homes April Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 8 / 13  -38%  31 / 40  -23%  Median Sales Price $1.414M / $1.8M   -21%   $1.5M / $1.675M  -10%   Percent of Original List Price Received 98.4% / 101.2%  -3% 97.3% / 100.0%  -3% Median Days on Market Until Sale 9 / 13  -31% 13 / 20  -35% New Listings 12 / 17  -29% 48 / 54  -11% Pending Sales 7 / 15  -53% 38 / 49  -22% Active Inventory 25 / 19  32% ---    Condos April Year to Date 2023 / 2022 Change% 2023 / 2022 Change% Closed Sales 41 / 74  -45% 127 / 266  -52%  Median Sales Price $468,800 / $418,000  12%   $404,500 / $415,000  1% Percent of Original List Price Received 98.7% / 100.0%  -1% 97.8% / 100.0%  -2% Median Days on Market Un...
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By Kimo Stowell, REALTOR Associate® RS-76763 - Honolulu Hawai'i
(HI Pro Realty LLC RB-21531 )
 Local Artist for Local Lifeguards         Sat at 6:00PM - 10:00PMHawaiian Aroma Caffe At Beachcomber Waikiki2300 Kalākaua AvenueHonolulu, 96815 Hele mai and celebrate local artists while also supporting the NSLA Lifeguard Program on May 27! Presented by Hawaiian Aroma Caffe at the Terrace of Modern Art at the OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel, the event spotlights work by Hawaii's incredible artists. Surfboards featuring one-of-a-kind designs will also be auctioned with 100% of proceeds being donated to NSLA Junior Lifeguard Program. Free and open to the public, TOMA events are a community favorite. It's sure to be a vibrant evening in Waikiki with colorful artwork and live entertainment. Come show your support for the local artists and local lifeguards.    For expert Real Estate Sal...
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