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There’s no shortage of licensed real estate agents in Hawaii. When you’re looking to purchase your first home, it’s important you hire a...
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Ryan O.
- Jul 6, 2018
- 1 min
Are You Ready To Buy Your First Home?
You hired a Realtor. You got prequalified by a mortgage lender. As you shop for your first home, here are three things you should know......
Ryan O.
- Jun 23, 2018
- 2 min
The Closing Process: What To Expect If You're Buying A House
The closing process can be broken down into three parts... Escrow Signing A week or two before closing, your real estate agent will...
Ryan O.
- Jun 13, 2018
- 2 min
Your Home Buying Experience
No one wants to have a bad experience when they purchase a home. However, sometimes things don't go as smoothly as planned. Here are...
Ryan O.
- May 16, 2018
- 1 min
Are You Ready To Own?
Are you tired of paying someone else mortgage? I you're ready to graduate from renting, here are few things you need to consider: Money...
Ryan O.
- May 11, 2018
- 2 min
Prepping To Sell Your Home
There are so many things to think about when you want to sell your home. Do you repaint and change the flooring? Are you going to live in...
Ryan O.
- May 4, 2018
- 2 min
Just A Friendly Reminder To...
Your home is your castle. So why not take care of it? Well, when it comes to home maintenance, most homeowners have an out of sight, out...
Ryan O.
- Apr 26, 2018
- 2 min
Make A Budget
Purchasing a home can be a very exciting process. Most buyers, especially first time homebuyers, get a little anxious when they have to...
Ryan O.
- Apr 17, 2018
- 1 min
Buying A House?
Are you looking to purchase your first home? Here's some advice your real estate agent would like you to know... 1. Commission There are...
Ryan O.
- Apr 1, 2018
- 2 min
Securing Your House
Bags packed - check. Went to the bank - check. Printed out your boarding pass - check. Okay, it's time to head to the airport! Wait, hold...
Ryan O.
- Feb 24, 2018
- 2 min
What's Going On In Mililani?
Real estate prices continue to increase. Are you surprised? Probably not. According to the Honolulu Board of REALTORS, Mililani leads...
Ryan O.
- Feb 19, 2018
- 2 min
Tax Refund - Use It Wisely
Are you getting a tax refund? If you are, I bet you are counting down the days until you get your money. Don't YOLO your life away. Get...
Ryan O.
- Feb 13, 2018
- 2 min
Three Important Questions
Before you look at color palettes, flooring materials, and Pinterest pictures, here are three things you should ask yourself: 1. How are...
Ryan O.
- Feb 4, 2018
- 2 min
Prior To Closing
If you are currently in escrow, here are four things you need to prep for: 1. Escrow signings usually take place at an escrow office a...
Ryan O.
- Jan 26, 2018
- 2 min
Buying Your First Home Is A Big Deal
A person recently asked me, "Do you celebrate all your (real estate) closings?" The answer is, "Yes." Regardless if the transaction was...
Ryan O.
- Jan 17, 2018
- 2 min
Buying Your First Home
Are you looking to purchase your first home in 2018? If so, here are three things you should know. 1. Hire A Realtor And Get Prequalified...
Ryan O.
- Dec 26, 2017
- 2 min
As The Year Comes To An End
With 2017 coming to an end, here are three things you should do: 1. Maintenance Checklist Homes require upkeep and maintenance. Take the...
Ryan O.
- Oct 29, 2017
- 2 min
Are There Hidden Costs To Homeownership?
Purchasing your first home can be very exciting. Most first-time homeowners often focus on location, price, and their monthly mortgage...
Ryan O.
- Aug 11, 2017
- 2 min
Student Loans Will Kill You
Hawaii is paradise. There's no question about that. However, it cost a pretty penny to live in the 808 State. The Honolulu Board of...
Ryan O.
- Jul 26, 2017
- 2 min
Prep Now
Dealing with the death of a loved one is always difficult. I recently met with a friend who had a meeting with her Uncle. Her Uncle, who...
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