How Local Families Are Affording Homes in Hawaii: Creative Strategies That Work
It’s no secret that buying a home in Hawaiʻi isn’t easy. With some of the highest home prices in the nation and mortgage rates that haven’t come down much, many local families wonder if homeownership is even possible. The good news is—yes, it is. I’ve seen firsthand how families here are getting creative and making […]
Is Now a Good Time to Lock a Mortgage Rate in Hawaiʻi?
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 […]
First-Time Homebuyer Expectations: Staying Realistic in a Social Media-Driven World
Buying your first home is a huge milestone, but at the same time it can be intimidating. Especially in today’s social media-driven world, first-time home buyers may tend to look at what other home buyers have purchased and compare their situation to that. Social media users more often than not only highlight the best parts […]