Barbara Abe, Your Hawaii Kai Realtor

I've just finished and posted 2 new guides for your reference. Read about the Greening of Oahu - the state's efforts to reduce our dependence on foreign oil. Read about Retiring on Oahu - is it for You?  with good links to the state resources and questions you need to consider. Visit my page for Guides and Reports to request a ...

Multi-family housing is a very important part of our real estate market here in Hawaii.  So it is good news that sales are picking up nationwide. According to Realtor.org, "Buyers believe the sector is a sound bet because current prices are below construction costs in many cases and rental business is improving. Plus, there has been ...

The outdoor kitchen is rapidly becoming the social hub of the home, and is a trend especially popular in areas where the climate favors outdoor living almost year-round - what better place than Hawaii Kai!  The outdoor kitchen is now more than a grill and a sink in the corner; it is an entertainment center, complete with storage, TV, seating, ...

Building and modifying homes to accommodate multiple generations is increasingly popular as more Americans struggle to accommodate both their older parents and their grown children under the same roof.The National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders Show this year featured a single-level residence with a master suite at each ...

A developer is trying to proceed with a long-delayed condominium project in Hawai'i Kai, Hale Alii, but an affordable housing contribution has yet to be negotiated with the city, and some cultural preservationists claim that ancient Hawaiian artifacts on the site are in danger of being destroyed.  Hale Alii Development LLC hopes to break ...

I thought it would be interesting to see which buildings have sold the best so far this year, so I ran a comparison of all units since Jan. 1 (contact me for the complete list). The Mauna Luan was the winner, with 6 sales, 2 - 1 bedroom, and 4 - 2 bedroom, ranging in price from $350,000 to $475,000.  Mauna Luan is the largest condominium ...

If the latest technology is important to you, think about the following options and add what you will want to your checklist before you remodel or look for a new home: 1.  Are there enough jacks in every room for cable TV and high-speed internet hook ups? 2.  Are there enough telephone extensions or jacks in ...