There are many approaches to buying a home on Oahu. A real estate purchase is never a "one size fits all" scenario. We're advocates of smart home buying. Who wouldn't want to make a smart Hawaii real estate purchase? But the reality is that many home buyers leave a lot to chance and emotion. Choosing the right realtor should involve more than a Miss Congeniality contest since a Buyer needs their agent to go to bat for them. We're known for negotiating a great price as well as terms that are beneficial to our clients. We promise to keep our clients informed and educated on a variety of issues. Because we're experienced agents, we have a list of tried and true professionals that we can refer to you, such as property inspectors, termite inspectors, surveyors, attorneys, insurance agents, title officers, escrow officers, banks, loan officers, mortgage companies and tax accountants. These are people that we've used many times before and they have a proven track record of great service.
Only through experience does a Realtor learn how to protect a Buyer's interests, resolve transaction issues and advise a Buyer on issues such as:
How much earnest money should be deposited into escrow?
How to choose a closing date?
What does "time is of the essence" mean to a Buyer?
How to interpret a Preliminary Report of Title?
How to understand the Survey?
What are encroachments and how can they be dealt with?
Is the Seller's disclosure statement a warranty on the property?
How can you find out if there are restrictions on the use of the property?
Why do Sellers often ask for an "As Is" Condition Addendum?
Will the Seller accept a "Backup Offer"?
How to handle a counter offer?
How to know that you're not overpaying for a property?
We have the experience and talent to successfully guide you through the maze of home buying issues. On our site, you can freely search the MLS database for all Oahu real estate, including single family homes, condos, townhomes, vacant land, multi-family residences and commercial property. No sign-up is required. However, if you'd like us to create an ongoing search for you so that you receive email updates with new listings or changes, such as price reductions, then fill out our Custom Home Search form and we'll go to work searching for those hidden gems that could be a perfect match to your needs and desires.
If you have a real estate question or concern, we invite you to email us at reyesr006@hawaii.rr.com.
