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

May Maui Real Estate Statistics

MAY MAUI REAL ESTATE STATISTICS

Our Real Estate Statistics are out for last month. Published by the Realtors Association of Maui these stats give us an indicator of the past market performance and by keeping updated month in and month out we can sometimes see trends.

Last month we had a total of 81 homes sold and 104 condos. Residential Avg Sale price was up 5% but the median lagged down -9%. Condos were way up in volume 59% but Avg Sale price was down -9% and median down to -34%.

Our markets just like anywhere are local and what applies in Kihei may not apply in Kula, or the same can be said comparing Wailea to Kaanapali. It is important for you to consult with a local full time Realtor team like ours to really have a stronger grasp on how the statistics can impact your home buying or home selling.

We post the full set of Maui Real Estate Statistics at www.FineIslandProperties.com and we are available to answer any questions you may have at FineIslandProperties@gmail.com

Less than a Full Renovation

In the latest Realtor magazine there was an article called "Small Projects, Big Bang" by G.M. Filisko. They mentioned the Cost vs. Value report that is done yearly. If you would like a copy please email us at FineIslandProperties@gmail.com

They also listed 10 Big Impact, Low Cost projects and in these tough economic times it was a timely article and I use this information when listing properties myself. I would like to share a couple of their tips with some tips of my own.

Staging was all the rage and then when the market dropped and sellers were counting every penny it was a very needed service that unfortunately fell by the wayside. You can work with your Realtor to get staging ideas if you can't afford a professional stager. We see many homes and know what the buyers are looking for. This information if followed translates into $$$ for the Seller.

1. Tidy Cabinets. Along with their suggestion of tiding kitchen cabinets it is wise to take apart your linen closet and fold nicely your things and de-clutter to show there is even more space available. The same goes with your clothes closets. Don't under estimate what is behind your doors.

2. Replace Light Fixtures and Faucets. This is a relatively inexpensive way to bring an outdated room up to modern standards that today's buyer wants and expects. New faucets replacing older pitted or outdated looking ones is another great tip.

3. Garage. In addition to their wonderful suggestion of installing a touch entry pad for roughly $425 it is important to make your garage spacious and neat and tidy in addition to the rest of the home.

4. Last but not least: Landscaping. Don't ignore a tired lawn. Cut and Hard edge your lawn. Fertilize your lawn & your plants, pull those weeds and add a couple potted plants with some sophisticated plantings by the front door.


A little can still go a long way and add $$$ to your pocket when selling your home.