The August 8, 2023 devastated Lahaina town at its very core. The high-density area was victim to the deadliest wildfire in the history of our nation, resulting in over 2K lost homes and over 115 lives lost. Catastrophic. Maui will need support for a long time, please consider donating to a worthwhile cause (click here for some examples).In an effort to provide relevant information for those who need it, please click here for a high-resolution map of the affected area. Additionally, view the map below as put together by the New York Times. We do no warrant information to be accurate. Based ..read more

Navigating through the Maui Real Estate Market in 2022?Much is being said about the state of the real estate market, with some pundits sticking their head in the sand saying nothing has changed and on the opposite end, some saying the sky is falling.  As a service to our clients and site visitors, we would like to briefly discuss the Maui real estate market through the lens of statistics. To start, let's recognize that real estate trends / conditions are incredibly locally-based and even within an area, there could be significantly different conditions across micro-markets. So althou ..read more

Maui Property Taxes 2022-23 Below are the new tax rates, effective for the fiscal year from July 31, 2022 through June 30, 2023. For owner-occupants, Maui remains as one of the lowest tax rates in the entire country. Additionally, this year includes the introduction of new tax rates and tiers. CATEGORY TAX RATE Agricultural $5.74 Apartment $3.50 Commercial $6.05 Commercial- Residential $4.40 Conservation $6.43 Hotel and Resort $11.75 Industrial $7.05 Long Term Rental - Tier 1 (up to $1M) $3.00 Long Term Rental - Tier 2 ($1M-3M) $5.00 Long Term Rental - Tier 3 ($3M+) $8.00 Owner-Occupied - Tier ..read more

Question: I have a house in Maui Meadows and I'm thinking of putting new cabinets and counter top in my kitchen, do I need to get permits for this?Great question. There is large-spread misunderstanding as to what must be permitted work when doing improvements to properties on the the County of Maui. As always, our strong advice is to consult with licensed professionals (general contractors, electricians), building planners, the County's Planning Department, architects, and others, as needed. The Planning Department shares Aloha with citizenry and is incredibly helpful - contact them directly a ..read more

Disclaimer: The post below is as per input from a local surfer, not from the author (who is not a surfer). Whether new to surfing or a seasoned pro, Maui is a one-stop destination for those who are looking for both large barrels and sloping longboarding waves. There are two different seasons for each type of wave. In the summer months, swells push mainly from the west and south that bring in rolling relatively small waves. Alternatively, in the winter months, swells shift and come in from the north that brings in much larger waves. This shift makes the surf in towns like Waiehu, Kahului, and P ..read more

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, one thing that remained constant is the State's steadfast commitment to keep residents and visitors safe. In an ever evolving environment in which rules, protocol and guidelines are changing in an on-going basis, oftentimes what we knew to be the correct way of doing something yesterday is suddenly incorrect today. With that as a disclaimer, as service to our site visitors, below are the current guidelines (as of the date of publishing this post, on November 1). There is a talk of a Statewide face mask mandate in the works, but for now broken down by County: M ..read more

The booming food truck trend has been revolutionizing the food scene across the US for a decade and it is continuing to evolve on Maui, with current trucks slinging everything from acai bowls to Thai food and everything in between. In the small but bustling town of Kihei, on the south side of Maui, there has been an ever-expanding array of food trucks. Spending some time exploring our sleepy beach town and then find a food truck to satisfy every craving.Photo as posted on Yelp by Timothy H.Starting off the south side food truck tour is one of the most popular locations for both locals and ..read more

Some of the biggest attractions on Maui are the multitude of pristine beaches that can be found at almost any point on the island - from Makena to Kapalua and everywhere in between. In exploring the Valley Isle, there is so much more to be seen than just stunning beaches. The Hawaiian Islands are also known for a plethora of varying climate zones, making it one of the most diverse places. There is a hike to suit any preference and skill level, from the West Maui Mountains to lush highland forests in Haiku. Beginner – Many options are available when looking for a leisurely stroll ..read more

Updated July 19, 2020. Note: As an on-going service to our clients and site visitors, we will be updating this page weekly (on Sundays) in order to provide the most up-to-date, real-time market data on which informed decisions can be made. Last update: July 19, 2020 for week of July 12 to July 18. It's getting warmer, it'll be a hot summerFirst, our thoughts and prayers to all of those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic crisis and the significant social, economic, and geo-political effects that will arise from it. And to the first-responders and healthcare professionals on the front-l ..read more

First and foremost, our thoughts and prayers to those most significantly affected by COVID-19 and the on-going pandemic crisis.The health and well-being of our clients and staff is of the utmost concern and, at challenging time such as this, that will continue to be our top priority. We continue to service our clients professionally and dutifully, utilizing all available technological tools that enable us to maintain business continuity - from digital signing, to virtual tours (click here for an example), to virtual meetings and more, we are well-positioned to continue. With persever ..read more