Why You Should Sell Your Hawaii Kai Property Now
2009 was the year of "wait and see, the market will probably go lower." 2010 is going to be the year of the Tiger, the time to "take advantage of the market."
Here are 3 reasons you should consider calling me soon to discuss listing your Hawaii Kai home:
1. Sell low and buy low: all property values are lower because of the glut of foreclosures and short sales, even in Hawaii Kai which has not been hit as hard as some Oahu areas. While you had great appreciation for a few years, that was a paper gain - so selling now will be a paper loss. Also, the next property you buy will be a bargain, so your appreciation - yes, there will be a market rise - will be greater.
2. Down-payment help is available: Zero down loans have gone away, but lenders are offering assistance for lower-income and 1st time home buyers. Contact me to find lenders with these programs and you can be ready with financing ideas for buyers looking at your home.
3. Uncle Sam wants to share his money: There is the $8,000 1st time buyer tax credit, the $6,500 Return Buyer tax credit, energy tax credits, FHA 203K Repair programs, and more. Buyers are being "pushed" gently into real estate. Open your doors.
Remember, these incentives for buyers don't last all year. You need to act now to entice buyers to make a decision. Call or email me for a market analysis of your Hawaii Kai property and a frank discussion of what you could net on a sale.
Barbara Abe
808-226-2537
barbara@barbarashawaii.com
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