Hawaii for the Holidays!

We’re on the road and working in Hawaii while enjoying the holiday season! If you’re looking for a vacation home or a relocation opportunity in the Rainbow State, there are a few things you need to know…

70 Lorange Pl, Kailua, HI 96734

Many homes incorporate traditional Hawaiian architecture, like open floor plans, large verandas (aka “lanais”), and natural materials like wood and stone to blend with the natural surroundings.

121 Kaha St, Kailua, HI 96734

Hawaii has a tropical climate, so homes are built to withstand the elements like flooding, humidity, and pests. The mild climate also lends itself to indoor-outdoor living, with large windows and sliding glass doors.

1017 Kalahu Pl, Honolulu, HI 96825

Hawaiian homes often reflect the diverse cultural influences of the islands, including Polynesian, Asian, and Western elements.

Visit our Properties page to see a few that caught our eye on Oahu!

Tahoe Secondary Market

We recently rolled up to Lake Tahoe for an economic summit with our Compass family and found a hot market where median sales prices are up, inventory is high, and vacation homes are flying off the shelves!

Blame Canada!

According to the numbers, foreign nationals account for more than 2% of home purchases in America each year. But did you know more than 50% of these “foreign” buyers are recent immigrants or non-immigrant visa holders who live right here in the U.S.? And did you know 10% of them are Canadians (third-highest of any nation)? Check the stats to learn more!

Winter Vacation Home

This time of year, we’re dreaming of a snowy ski resort and a warm cup of cocoa by the window. Where would you invest in a winter home away from home?

CHIC (Pearl)

The beauty of living in Silicon Valley is you don’t need to go very far to find every climate and environment you could possibly imagine. So I’d keep it close to home and find something within a short 3-4 hour drive of the Bay Area. And there’s no shortage of quality ski and snowboard resorts to choose from, particularly around Lake Tahoe!

GEEK (Kevin)

I love adventure, and I don’t really feel like I’m on vacation until I’m out of California. That’s why my vote is for Yellowstone or the Grand Tetons in the Big Sky Country of Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. This breathtaking landscape gives you more than enough to explore beyond winter sports. And the tax benefits are a plus!

Geek's Number Talk: Tahoe Trends

Considering a move to Lake Tahoe? Recent real estate market stats show that it pays to head south. While house and condo prices are on the rise across the board, South Lake Tahoe remains a relative bargain for anyone hunting for a home. Send us an email to learn more about our first-hand experiences.