Found 11 blog entries tagged as Buying.

Maui Real Estate Market Report – July 2025

As we head into July, Maui’s housing market continues to reflect a transitional phase. Inventory is building, buyer activity is mixed, and we’re seeing notable price adjustments—especially in the condominium sector. Whether you’re actively in the market or simply keeping tabs, the latest data offers important insights.

Maui Market Overview 

The numbers this month highlight continued softness in new listings, rising inventory, and longer days on market across both single family homes and condos.


Single Family Homes

  • New Listings: down 23.9%

  • Pending Sales: down 3.8%

  • Inventory: up 25.9%

  • Median Sales Price: down 5.7% to $1,315,000

  • Days…

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Maui & U.S. Housing Market Report

Latest Trends as We Head Into Summer

As we enter the heart of the year, both the Maui and national housing markets are showing signs of adjustment. Inventory is building, buyer behavior is shifting, and pricing trends reflect a more complex landscape than in recent years. Below is a breakdown of what’s happening both locally and nationally, and what it may mean for your next move.

Maui Real Estate Market

Maui’s real estate market is experiencing a slowdown in new listings but a rise in inventory across both property types. Buyer activity is mixed, and homes are generally spending more time on the market. Here’s how the numbers break down: 

Single Family Homes

  • New Listings: down 9.9%

  • …

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Maui Real Estate Market Update: Rising Inventory and Shifting Buyer Demand

The latest real estate data for Maui reveals noticeable changes across both the Single Family and Condominium markets. New listings for Single Family homes dipped slightly by 0.9%, while Condominium listings experienced a more significant decline of 15.3%. Pending sales were also down—5.8% for Single Family homes and 2.5% for Condominiums—suggesting a slowdown in buyer activity across the island. Meanwhile, inventory levels surged, with Single Family home inventory increasing by 54.8% and Condominium inventory jumping by 72.1%, offering prospective buyers more options than we’ve seen in recent months.


Pricing trends also shifted. The median sales price for Single Family…

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November 2024 Market Report Maui

Maui Real Estate Market Update: Sales Trends & Shifts in Prices

Let’s take a look at what’s happening in Maui’s real estate market right now.

New Listings & Pending Sales
New listings for Single Family homes on Maui have seen a significant jump, rising 33.3%, while condominium listings have barely budged, with only a 0.7% increase. As for pending sales, Single Family homes are doing well, up 3.2%, but condo sales have taken a notable downturn, dropping 35.8%.

Inventory Levels on the Rise
When it comes to inventory, there’s more for buyers to choose from. Single Family home inventory is up by 54.3%, and condo inventory has skyrocketed by 138.5%. That means more options for buyers, though the market is still adjusting to these shifts.

Price…

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How Is The Maui Market?

On Maui, we're seeing some interesting shifts in the real estate market.

  • New listings for single-family homes have increased by 17.0%, and for condos, they're up by 9.8%. This means more options are becoming available for buyers.
  • However, pending sales have taken a hit, dropping by 25.4% for single-family homes and 40.4% for condos. This indicates that fewer homes are going under contract right now.
  • Inventory levels have also risen significantly, with a 25.8% increase for single-family homes and a whopping 198.2% increase for condos. More homes on the market can be great news for buyers, giving them more choices.
  • Interestingly, while the median sales price for single-family homes has jumped by 30.8% to…

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Unlock the Secrets of Homeownership

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Many families might not realize how achievable it is to buy a home and secure a bright future for themselves. This webinar is designed to break down the process of buying a home in today's changing market, making it…

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How Is The Maui Market?

As you will see below, we are clearly in a buyer's market for condominiums, as months supply over six, is the threshold. There are a few events that are contributing this buyer's market. 

  • SB2919 is a major player in the changing condo market on Maui. The bill gives counties in Hawaii the power to regulate short-term vacation rentals, aiming to address the housing crisis by potentially reducing the number of short term rentals in Apartment zoning. This has increased Maui's condo inventory and is impacting more than just the short term rental properties.
  • Higher AOAO dues that we are seeing at many of the complexes, due to the result of insurance increases since the fires. We are seeing these increases in other sates…

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How Does SB 2919 Impact Maui Vacation Rentals? 

What are the potential impacts of Senate Bill 2919 on Maui vacation rentals? This significant legislative change could dramatically alter the landscape for short-term vacation rentals across Hawaii, with a particular focus on Maui.

What's the buzz all about? The Maui mayor's strong reaction to this bill has sparked widespread discussion. Although the legislation affects the entire state, each county has the authority to decide how to implement these changes. 

Considerations

  • What is Senate Bill 2919: The bill gives counties in Hawaii the power to regulate short-term vacation rentals, aiming to address the housing crisis by potentially reducing the number of short term rentals in…

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What does agency in real estate mean?

Understanding agency in real estate is fundamental for anyone navigating the complexities of buying or selling property. Simply put, agency refers to the relationship between a client and their chosen real estate brokerage firm. This concept is prominently featured on the first page of both the purchase contract and the listing agreement for good reason—it forms the foundation of the entire transaction process.

In Hawaii, when a buyer or seller engages a real estate brokerage firm as their agent, they are represented by that firm and all its licensees. It's a legal requirement for real estate licensees to disclose, either orally or in writing, whom they represent to the…

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Tax Considerations When Selling  

As you explore the possibility of selling your property, it's essential to be aware of the various tax considerations that may impact your transaction. Capital gains along with two important regulations to understand are HARPTA (Hawaii Real Property Tax Act) and FIRPTA (Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act). Below, I've outlined key information about these withholdings to help you navigate the selling process smoothly.

Capital Gains Tax

When selling your home, one financial consideration to keep in mind is the capital gains tax. This tax is imposed on the profit you make from the sale of your property. To calculate your capital gains, subtract the property's purchase price (adjusted basis) from the…

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