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Time and again, we have proven the benefit of using an experienced, licensed real estate professional by earning multiple offers and over list price.  Service, expertise, and a large network are crucial and we combine this with the power of our specialized marketing formula - ultimately yielding a larger return on the home investment.  It also can’t be discounted the necessity of having professional guidance for a many times complicated process." - Lisa Culp Taylor, Tennessee.

"Exposure to the market is key. Any owners selling on their own think that they are saving the commission. Guess what, so does the buyer. Any buyer will deduct the commission. And without the competition brought by exposure to the market, the sellers usually leave tons of money on the table without knowing." - Clara Hartree, West Vancouver, BC.

"A great real estate agent can handle it ALL for you. Staging, showings, negotiations, inspection items -- the list goes on and on.  Most people are surprised to find that the commission amount is negligible compared to the purchase amount when an excellent agent is involved. In my particular market in Southwest Florida, many owners are not living in the area on a full-time basis. In that case, it is especially critical to hire an excellent agent! Check reviews and number of past sales carefully before hiring an agent!" -Angela Lutzi Dellatorè, Bonita Springs, Barefoot Beach, Bonita Beach, FL.

“Homeowners benefit greatly from hiring an experienced realtor when selling because they secure the agent’s expertise in negotiating, marketing, connections and will generally achieve a much higher selling price with shared liability for the transaction.” - KC Martin, Paris, France.

"In most instances, a primary or secondary residence represents one of the most significant assets for a family. Working with a real estate agent not only ensures that a seller obtains the best value for the property but that the entire process is handled efficiently and with little risk. Agents bring years of experience to valuation, negotiations, and marketing. Especially in the current seller’s market in the Sarasota area, the exposure we create often leads to multiple offer situations that, if handled properly, create increased value for sellers." - Joel Schemmel, Sarasota, FL.

"Our clientele demands Kukio Properties’ agents' knowledge of Kukio’s properties and the intricacies of the membership component to safeguard their investment. No other brokerage provides the insight that Kukio Properties brings to their clients." - Jim Schneider, Big Island, HI.

"An experienced agent will get them more money for their home and protect them during the process." - Anna Sherrill, South of Fith, Miami Beach, FL.

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Now that Summer is close to ending, what do you see as the takeaways from the last six months?

COVID has been a game-changer and one with ebb and flow like the ocean tides. The State of Hawaii has seen strong interest from the continental United States. Internet site activity off the charts. The neighbor islands in particular, the resort communities along the Kohala Coastline on the Big Island of Hawaii and the Wailea/Makena and Kapalua/Kaanapali coastlines on Maui have enjoyed the majority of the “sight unseen facetime/zoom time" purchases.

We have seen multiple buyers fly to the Islands and quarantine in place for 14 days just to get to Hawaii with the objective of purchasing a property. I have had two buyers who have actually written offers with the contingency of being able to actually “quarantine in place” at the house they wished to buy based on what they had seen online or via virtual tours.

Recently we have seen a strong pick up of activity on the island of Oahu for larger single-family residences offering larger interior and exterior living areas, flexible floor plans, two home offices, pool/spa, and home fitness areas. Total single-family homes sold 5,000,000 or in escrow since March 2020 on Oahu total 17. Luxury residential condominium sales have slowed with the exception of the residential condominium development of Park Lane which has monopolized the sales and escrows with five sales over  $5,850,000 since March.

The takeaways are diligence, positivity, and creativity. Thinking out of the box to promote my listings and the Islands. Due to our strategic geographic location with both the US and the Pan Pacific Basin we are a prime destination. With the major shift to work at home – Why not work at home in Hawaii with our climate, lifestyle, outdoor living and being the 50th state we are positioned well. We are also seeing people who target the islands as we basically are islands in the middle of sea without the ability to drive across a border or from state to state. This has become very important to some who feel it limits the spread of COVID, political/cultural unrest and recently the issues with the fires

What activities took place on Labor Day this year around Honolulu?

Not much the Island of Oahu has been in a new lockdown due to the rise of COVID which has now started to back off due to the earlier restrictions Hawaii hopes to open its borders in October.

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Is there an area from which buyers are relocating to your market?

Continental/domestic United States – in particular, California, Washington, Texas, Arizona, Utah, New York, and Chicago.

To contact Anne Perry, click on "Learn More" above.

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Kukio Properties present

Kaupulehu Phase 1 Lot 36

• Living Area: 6,140 sq. ft.
• Total Area: 10,949 sq. ft.
• Land Area: 1.11 acres
• List Price: $5,999,999.00
• Year Built: 2009
• Large floor plan
• Dual master suites
• Separate guest house

5 Bedrooms 6 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom, 1 Additional Room and 3 Car Garage

Builder: Smith Construction, Inc.
Architect: William Faulk

Address: Kaupulehu Phase 1 Lot 36, Big Island, HI

Price: $5,999,999

For more information please contact Kukio Properties at 808-325-4040 or kukioproperties@kukio.com

Kukio Properties is the exclusive brokerage representing the Big Island, HI real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of their listings here.

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Situated on 3 acres of gated lush tropical grounds in lower Kaloko at an elevation of about 1800 ft, which provides a comfortable climate all year round to enjoy the expansive deck with a big hot-tub & the glorious Kona Sunsets.This plantation style home is unique, majestic & it sits alone with its beautiful character & grand ocean views. Driving up the driveway you will arrive at an impressive porte cochere that will shelter several cars and guests as they arrive for your next party, company retreat or even a destination wedding location. The guest wing, has 4 separate 2-room suites with hardwood floors & spa style bathrooms in travertine and are furnished & decorated in an exclusive Island style. All suites open to the vast lanai with ocean views. This property is outfitted perfectly for special events, retreats for family, friends or colleagues. Guests will be thoroughly entertained and fed well in the fully equipped kitchen with breakfast nook & island that opens to the large dining area & great living area with a wood-burning fireplace.

In addition, you'll have a great entertainment space with fully equipped gym, pool table & an adjoining English Pub with unique ambience, perfect to host a party for friends and family. The master bedroom suite has a walk-in closet, dry sauna & an expansive bathroom with huge shower & a big tub with adjoining laundry room and a second bedroom.

Price: $2,997,000

Address: 73-4671 kahualani Rd., Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

For more information, please contact Lailan Bento at 808-936-1800 or lailan@lailanbento.com

Lailan Bento is the exclusive agent representing the Big Island real estate market as a member of the Haute Residence Real Estate Network. View all of her listings here.

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