Selling a Home in Hawaiʻi: Hiring Family, Flat Fees, and What I Learned
Selling a home in Hawaiʻi is not just a transaction. It is often one of the largest financial decisions a family will make. It involves timing, preparation, negotiation, inspection oversight, and coordination — especially if you are both selling and buying at the same time. Several years ago, my wife and I chose to sell […]
Should You Lock Your Mortgage Rate in Hawai‘i Right Now? (2026 Update)
If you’re thinking about buying a home, there’s a good chance you’ve been watching mortgage rates. Lately, they’ve been slowly dropping, and that has many buyers weighing their options—lock in now, or wait a little longer to see if rates continue to improve? It’s a fair question, and one that applies to all buyers. But […]
Can You Buy a Home in Hawaii Using Your BAH? A Guide for Military Buyers on O‘ahu
If you’re PCSing to Oʻahu, one of the first financial decisions you’ll face is this: Should you use your BAH to buy a home in Hawaiʻi — or rent? With high home prices, strong rental demand, and frequent military transfers, buying a home on Oʻahu requires more than just loan approval. It requires strategy. As […]
Work Hard, Play Harder: Finding Balance in Family, Home, and Real Estate
“Work hard, play hard.” It’s a phrase I live by and one I try to pass on to my family. Life doesn’t pause. Between being a husband, supporting my wife, raising kids with busy sports schedules, maintaining a home, and running a full-time real estate business, days are full—and that’s not a bad thing. Family […]
How to Get Top Dollar for Your Home in Hawaii: A Seller’s Guide
Selling a home in Hawaii can be both exciting and challenging. With the right strategy, you can maximize your home’s value and attract serious buyers willing to pay top dollar. Whether you’re selling in Oahu, Maui, or any of the islands, this guide will help you navigate the process effectively. 1. Price It Right from […]
The Benefits of Buying a Home with a VA Loan: What Active Duty, Veterans, and Disabled Veterans Should Know
The Benefits of Buying a Home with a VA Loan: What Active Duty, Veterans, and Disabled Veterans Should Know For those who have served our country—whether you’re active duty, retired, or a veteran—the VA loan is one of the most valuable homebuying benefits available. Backed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, this program makes […]
Why I’m Passionate about helping Locals and Military Families Purchase a Home
When I retired from the U.S. Coast Guard after 20 years of service, I knew I wasn’t ready to stop serving — I just needed a new way to do it. During my time in the military, I saw firsthand how challenging it can be for service members and their families to find stability, especially […]
Military PCS to Hawaii: What Service Members Should Know Before Buying a Home
What Most Service Members Aren’t Told About a PCS to Hawai‘i An insider’s guide — with all the reasons you’ll end up loving it here. Military PCS orders to Hawai‘i is one of the most requested assignments in the military — and once you’re here, it’s easy to understand why. The culture, the beaches, some […]
What Military Families Should Know Before House-Hunting on O‘ahu
Military orders to Hawai’i are exciting — but can also be overwhelming. Once the PCS date is set, most families jump straight into looking at homes, neighborhoods, and BAH charts… and that’s when the surprises start rolling in. After 20 years in the Coast Guard and helping countless service members relocate to Hawai‘i, I’ve seen […]
Should You Lock a Mortgage Rate Now or Wait If Rates Keep Dropping?
If you’re thinking about buying a home, there’s a good chance you’ve been watching mortgage rates. Lately, they’ve been slowly dropping, and that has many buyers weighing their options—lock in now, or wait a little longer to see if rates continue to improve? It’s a fair question, and one that applies to all buyers. But […]