The O’ahu Post-Closing Checklist Every New Homeowner Needs
You got the keys. Now what? Here’s how to protect your investment and get settled the right way — from someone who’s been through it on this island. By Desmond Cura, REALTOR® · RE/MAX Hawai’i West O’ahu | ⏱ Estimated Read: ~4 min I still remember the feeling of walking through the front door of […]
Four Years In: What Nobody Tells You About Being a Full-Time REALTOR®
“The honest lessons from a Coast Guard veteran who traded sea duty for escrows — and wouldn’t trade it back.” Desmond Cura • REMAX Hawaiʻi West Oʻahu • 5 minute read Real Estate Insights Four years ago, I walked out of the United States Coast Guard after 20 years of service and stepped into a […]
Oʻahu Real Estate Market Update | 2026 March Report
March 2026 — Honolulu Board of REALTORS® Data By Desmond Cura · REMAX Hawaiʻi West Oʻahu · U.S. Coast Guard (Ret.) · 5 min read Aloha! The March 2026 numbers are in, and the Oʻahu real estate market has some genuinely interesting things to say — especially if you’re a buyer, seller, or military family […]
The Biggest Mistake I See VA Buyers Make in Hawai’i
“Using your VA benefit is one of the greatest financial tools available to military families — but timing and strategy matter more than most people realize, especially here on O’ahu.” By Desmond Cura · REMAX Hawaiʻi West Oʻahu · U.S. Coast Guard (Ret.) · 5 min read After working with active-duty military members and […]
The Truth About Living in West Oʻahu: Kapolei, Ewa Beach, and Beyond
“Thinking About West Oʻahu? Here’s the Real Story” Kapolei, Ewa Beach, and Beyond By Desmond Cura · REMAX Hawaiʻi West Oʻahu · 10 min read Let’s be real — West Oʻahu doesn’t always get the credit it deserves. Most people come to Hawaiʻi picturing Waikīkī, North Shore swells, or the quiet lanes of Kailua. But […]
Buying a Home in Hawai‘i: A Complete Guide for O‘ahu Buyers
Buying a home in Hawai‘i is an exciting milestone, but it’s also a process that can look a little different compared to other parts of the country. From unique property ownership structures to the fast-moving local market, there are several things buyers should understand before starting their home search. Whether you’re born and raised in […]