Hau`oli Makahiki Hou

Hau`oli Makahiki Hou is Hawai`ian for Happy New Year and Gong Hey Fat Choy is (Mandarin) Chinese for Happy New Year.  It is the Year of the Snake and celebrations are happening all over Maui.

I am so grateful for all the blessings of 2012 and look forward to the possibilities of 2013.
For my Maui Real Estate clients some thoughts to consider:

Buyer Clients: If you have been on the fence about a Maui home, don't hesitate.  Our market is improving and economically Hawaii overall is looking positive for 2013.
There is already multiple offers for homes under 450k with aggressive bidding the first day a
home comes on the market.
It takes moving quickly on a property such as those to ensure a positive outcome.
For our markets that have higher starting pricing we are seeing a reduced inventory as well.
This makes choices fewer and patience in your search to find that perfect property.

Selling Clients: Although the market is on the upswing, there are still distressed sales dragging on comparable prices.  If you are selling, you must keep in mind that the home has to appraise if the buyers are getting a loan.  Even though it isn't a buyer's market it isn't quite a seller's market yet.
We anticipate that may be the case in the next several months but that will depend on the inventory staying low and the economy continuing it's recovery.  I was number one on Maui for most
closed transactions in 2012. If you are thinking of Selling please consider contacting me to list your home.  I will share our 100 point written marketing plan with you.

Remember if you do purchase a home on Maui it is a lifestyle with much to enjoy!

Aloha, Gina Duncan, R Broker, ABR, AHWD, BPOR, e-Pro, SFR
Mauigina@gmail.com   808-250-9858
www.fineislandproperties.com  Search the Maui MLS and More.

Kula Manu Maui's Finest View

What is not to like about this view?  From the top of the quaint subdivision of Kula Manu this
executive home features 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and an over sized garage/storage.  The homes rooms all
have incredible views and an open plan featuring surround sound, fireplace, vaulted ceilings and
a gourmet kitchen complete with self closing wood cabinets, stainless appliances, granite counters, large island, gas cooking and a pot filler over the stove. Wrap around trex decking on the home takes you from the views on the front to the wooded seclusion of the rear yard complete with herbs, vegetables and fruit trees.

Kula Manu neighborhood is located mid way up in Kula and is just right.  Not too hot and not too cold.  It has close by restaurants including La Provence, and the new Kula Cafe.  Kula Community Center features tennis, and exercise classes.  The private Waldorf school is near and the Kula Elementary is noted to be one of the best elementary schools on Maui.
Kula Manu has an open field for exercise or exercising "fido" and a nature path complete with Hawaiian Heiau.  Enjoy the Kula lifestyle which includes picking up fresh farm produce, strawberry
picking, and the beautiful parks nearby.

This lovely home can be yours.  Asking $899,900.  Please view www.fineislandproperties.com for more pictures and information or call me at 808-250-9858.

Aloha, Gina

Gina Duncan joins New Brokerage

I am honored to have been one of five agents asked to join Maui Real Estate Advisors LLC in Wailea HI.  Our owner Robbie Dein is a long time respected and successful agent on Maui and our Broker in Charge, Ken Hayo is also looked up to and an admired Broker with many years experience.
I am very pleased to join a team of top Brokers and look forward to serving my clients with a very in depth approach to Real Estate.  The Fine Island Properties Team will look forward to serving our clients with integrity and the very best level of service.

Aloha, Gina Duncan, R Broker, ABR, e-Pro, SFR
Fine Island Properties Website

Sophisticated Maui Starter Home

Stunning Remodel can be yours. This 3bdr, 2bath home has had a complete makeover including new roof, flooring, fixtures, kitchen, baths, appliances and landscaping. Commanding Central Valley Mountain views from the back lanai which includes a screened in porch perfect for entertaining in the shade. Granite counters, stainless appliances, new flooring, gorgeous vanities in both baths and custom tile with accents in main bath too. Plantation style home features include a huge carport with soaring ceiling perfect to store all the toys. Don't miss seeing this one. It won't be around long.
385 Kaiolohia St in Kihei HI close to world class beaches, and shopping.
Listed $399,900.

For further information please visit: Fine Island Properties Website

Aloha, Gina Duncan, R (S), ABR, e-Pro, SFR