Posts Tagged ‘waikiki condos for sale’

Buying a Vacation Rental Home on Oahu Hawaii – Part 14

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Buying a Vacation Rental Home on Oahu Hawaii – Part 14

I thought that the following article, found online at Property Management Reports – Jimmy Mack Vacations, at www.JimmyMackVacations.com gives a good summary:
7 Things Owners Should Know About Property Management ……… Continued

5. There are financial ramifications to consider.

While generating income is certainly desirable, you must evaluate:

  • The related tax considerations
  • Funds needed to bring a vacation rental house up to rental condition
  • Additional costs associated with renting such as management fees, increased utility fees and certain
    maintenance fees.
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Newly Renovated Walk-Up Condos in West Waikiki

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

Newly Renovated Walk-Up Condos in West Waikiki

According to Honolulu” Magazine, “Remember the cluster of old, dilapidated apartment buildings at the end of the Ala Wai? Built around 1950, they had fallen into extreme disrepair and had become an eyesore for the area.”

“Fast forward to just a few years ago: The neighboring Watermark project bought one of the low rises to help extend their property, and extensive renovations commenced on the remaining four. The exteriors were painted and colorful landscaping was installed to create a park-like setting.”

“Two of the buildings comprise Hawaiiana Gardens and two make up Marina Gardens. The project will open to the public this Sunday, September 4, with several models available for viewing. East Oahu Realty is providing the sales team.”

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Honolulu Condos: Featured Building – Allure Waikiki

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

Honolulu Condos:  Featured Building – Allure Waikiki

Allure Waikiki
1837 Kalakaua Ave Fee Simple
Waikiki – West See Map or Satellite Photo

Description:Allure Waikiki is perfectly located just minutes from Waikiki Beach, Ala Wai Boat Harbor, the Convention Center and the main Waikiki shopping and entertainment corridor. Sitting on 2.3 acres at the site occupies 2.3 acres at the corner of Kalakaua Avenue and Ena Road in West Waikiiki. The development consists of approximately 423 feet along Kalakaua Avenue, the main thoroughfare for the resort area of Waikiki in the City of Honolulu.Units reflect high end appointments juxtaposed with classic Hawaiian architecture.

Amenities include a 19.500 square foot recreation deck on the sixth floor with an infinity-edge pool, outdoor spa and deck area, state of the art fitness center and a Club room with a fully appointed kitchen that opens to a landscaped recreation terrace, complete with Hawaiian gardens and open air barbeques.For more information on Trump Allure Waikiki, visit www.allure-waikiki.com.


Building Details:

Units: 289 Year Built: 2010 Elementary School: Ala Wai
Studios: 0 Stories: 35 Middle School: Washington
1 bdrm/1.5 ba: 9 Elevators: 3 High School: Kaimuku
2 bdrm/2 ba: 249 Unit Sizes (sq. ft.): 833-1633
3 bdrm/2-3 ba: 31 Lanai Sizes (sq. ft.): 88-176

 

Land Tenure: Fee Simple.

Security: 24-hour private entry system.

Parking: All parking is assigned and covered.

Pets: Permitted, but may need to verify.

Supermarkets: Food Pantry – 444 Hobron Lane, Don Quijote – 801 Kaheka Street, Foodland at Ala Moana Center.

Regional Mall: Ala Moana Center – 1450 Ala Moana Boulevard.

Comments:Approximately 9,000 square feet of proposed signature dining and upscale retail is proposed for the area adjacent to the building.

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Wow! Look at this Highly Remodeled Condo for Sale in West Waikiki’s Canterbury Place

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

Seller has found a new home and needs to sell now! Two Bedroom/One Bath 1167 Square Feet Condo For Sale for $388,888.

1910 Ala Moana Blvd ,Unit 8D, Honolulu, HI 96815 (MLS # 1110273)

(all data current as of 8/24/2011)

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Price

Beds

Baths

Home size

Lot Size

Days on Market

$388,888
2
1/0 baths
1,167 sq ft
35,371 sq ft
0.31596059683912

Gorgeous remodeled 2bd/1ba corner unit. Rare garden view unit surrounded by greens; enjoy views of Diamond Head, Fort DeRussy Park, partial ocean & Waikiki from the front & views of the city, mountains & pool from the back. Great amenities & security. Fees include central air, electricity, water, sewer & cable. Seller has found replacement property & needs to sell now. Subject to sandwich lease.

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Buying a Vacation Rental Home on Oahu Hawaii – Part 10

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

Buying a Vacation Rental Home on Oahu Hawaii – Part 10

Since the vast majority of the vacation home property owners use a Vacation Rental Management Company instead of doing it themselves, we’ll turn our remaining attention to several topics including “Using a Vacation Rental Management Company”, “How To Choose a Rental Property Manager”, “7 Things Owners Should Know About Property Management” and more.
According to an article found on Start Up Vacation Rental Owners online site, www.startupvrowner.com, the following issues were addressed:

Vacation Rental Managers

If you own one or many vacation rental homes but you’re not a do-it-yourself kind of person; you’re in luck because there are hundreds of rental management companies that are very capable. Vacation rental property management companies take care of nearly everything! However, the one very important job that you have is finding the rental management company that best suits you and your management style needs! The VRBO business information on this page will help you do just that.

What to look for in a vacation rental property manager:

You will need to find a vacation rental property management company that you trust; after all, you are giving them access to your investment! Finding a company that you trust will take some time with interviewing and research but keep in mind that you are looking for a management company that you can trust and one that you feel fits your style and needs. If I were looking for a vacation rental property management company I would personally be looking for one that will provide the same level of service that I would expect to get if I were the guest!

Where to start:

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It’s Aloha Friday Again: Duke’s OceanFest In Waikiki 8/24-28

Friday, August 5th, 2011

10th Anniversary Duke’s Oceanfest August 24-28, 2011 In Waikiki, Hawaii

According to Transworld Surf Online, “The 10th annual Duke’s OceanFest will be held at Waikiki, at the foot of Duke Kahanamoku’s statue, from Wednesday, August 24, through Sunday, August 28.”

“Duke’s OceanFest features a variety of individual ocean sports that were close to Duke Kahanamoku’s heart: Longboard Surfing – Paddleboard Racing – Swimming – Tandem Surfing – Surf Polo – Beach Volleyball – Stand-Up Paddling.”

“The festivities commence on Duke’s birthday, August 24, with a lei draping parade and ceremony at 5pm at Duke’s statue that is free and open to the public. The ocean sports begin on Thursday, August 25, running through Sunday, August 28, from 8am to 4pm daily.”

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Buying a Vacation Rental Home on Oahu Hawaii – Part 9

Thursday, August 4th, 2011

Buying a Vacation Rental Home on Oahu Hawaii – Part 9

Hybrid Property Management/ Rent by Owner Relationships …………. Continued

According to an article written by a community editor at “Community from HomeAway” an online organization that deals with optimizing your vacation rental business, the following points were made:

Some property managers have it written in their contract that the owner can’t do any marketing on their own, so that’s something owners should consider when choosing which method works best. If you decide to embark upon a hybrid rent-by-owner/ property manager relationship, make sure both you and your property manager are clear on how to run things smoothly. Clearly state how much involvement your property manager will have, both verbally and in a contract.There are so many options when it comes to renting your vacation home these days. If you often feel overwhelmed or frustrated, it’s possible that your current method is not working well. After all, your vacation home is supposed to bring you peace and relaxation, not stress. Finding the best way to manage your business will put the vacation back into vacation rental.

Read Buying a Vacation Rental Home on Oahu Hawaii – Parts 1-8

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New Intereactive Website for Vacation Rentals and Property Management

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

New Intereactive Website for Vacation Rentals and Property Management

 

According to a Press Release on Benzinga online streaming news, “Long-time Hawaii Resort Executive Jeremy Sosner introduced Private Homes  Hawaii today, a full-service property management, luxury real estate and  vacation rental company based on Oahu. Integral to the company’s marketing plan  is an innovative, inter-active website, PrivateHomesHawaii.com created as a  one-stop resource for those looking for choice properties in Hawaii, including  Oahu vacation rental homes and Hualalai resort rentals.”

“Presenting the best of what the Hawaii real estatemarket  has to offer, Realtor Jeremy Sosner, founder of Private Homes Hawaii, has  recently launched his interactive website, PrivateHomesHawaii.com. “My site is  mainly intended to be a one-stop destination for Hawaii  vacation rentals, Big Island rental homes, and properties for sale  throughout the islands,” says Sosner.”


Read the rest of the article, “Prominent Business Executive Launches Interactive Website“.

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It’s Aloha Friday Again: 41st Ukulele Festival

Friday, July 22nd, 2011

It’s Aloha Friday Again:  41st Ukulele Festival

According to Hawaii News Now online, “Kapiolani Park was filled with the sound of an instrument that’s linked to Hawaii.

The annual Ukulele Festival is the largest of its kind, and gathered more than 800 ukulele players Sunday from Hawaii and around the world.

It also showcased many of the ukulele makers in the islands. People attending even could take ukulele lessons at the park.

The performers came from Australia, Italy, Korea, Guam, Taiwan, California and Maryland.”

Read the rest of the article, “41st Ukulele Festival draws hundreds of players from around the world“.

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Construction, Construction Everywhere in Waikiki

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011

Construction, Construction Everywhere in Waikiki

According to a recent article in the Pacific News Journal online,  “Understatement of the week: Waikiki is a mess — construction-wise, I mean.”

“The City and County of Honolulu’s sidewalk-improvement project has meant seeing a good chunk of the heavily-trafficked Kalakaua Avenue walkways being ripped up to get spruced up. There’s hardly a stretch of that street where you don’t see Caterpillar construction equipment, fluorescent-vested contractors and laborers, makeshift sidewalks, tarps and fences.”

Read the rest of the article, “Despite the Mess, Waikiki Construction is a Good Thing“.

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