Kauai Homes and Land Blog

Thinking of Selling this Year? Why it's Crucial to Start Working with Your Agent Now

Do you want to sell your home for more money, faster? Read on.
Posted by Dani Dooley on January 19, 2024 in  Dani Dooley  Education  For Sellers  Home Inspections  Home Maintenance  Residential  Seller Tips  Selling Your House  Staging  Tips
Are you thinking about selling your home this year? Selling is a significant decision with many moving parts. As a property owner on Kauai, understanding the unique dynamics of the real estate market here is key to a successful sale. In this blog post, we'll explore why it's essential to start working with your real estate agent early in the process, shedding light on buyer expectations, deferred maintenance challenges, and crucial aspects of the purchase contract. Unveiling Buyer Expectations One common challenge... read more

Land Use Zones and Limitations on the Island of Kauai

Understanding the Island's Zoning Regulations and How They Impact Your Real Estate Investments
Posted by Kirkham Dooley on September 27, 2023 in  agriculture  Buyer Tips  commercial  Condominium  Condotel  Education  First Time Home Buyers  For Buyers  For Sellers  industrial  Kauai  Kauai County  Open  plantation camps  Residential  Resort Properties  Zoning
Aloha all! Kirkham here, writing the blog post today! Being as new as I am to real-estate, one of the many questions I find myself asking my mom, Dani, is what certain zoning codes mean. I’ve evidently asked her this question so many times she’s having me write a blog post about it so I am finally forced to do the research myself. I hope this will turn out to be a good learning experience for all of us! In Kauai, there are 8 types of zoning districts:Residential – RResort – RRCommercial &nda... read more

The Dream Team Behind Your Real Estate Journey

Who's Who and What They Do
Posted by Dani Dooley on August 11, 2023 in  Buyer Tips  Dani Dooley  Escrow  For Buyers  For Sellers  Seller Tips  team
Buying or selling a home might seem like a big, scary adventure but there’s no need to fear - you're not alone on this journey. Just like a team in a sports game, there are people who work together on your behalf to make sure everything goes smoothly. Let's meet these important folks and find out what they do to help you! REALTOR®: Your Trusted Guide Your real estate agent is your ultimate guide on this journey. They know the ins and outs of the housing market and can help you find the perfect home or se... read more

5 Real Estate Podcasts You Should be Listening to

In the world of real estate there is always something new to learn. These 5 podcasts will help you stay in the know.
Posted by Dani Dooley on May 05, 2021 in  Education  First Time Home Buyers  For Buyers  For Sellers  Investors
Are you a first-time home buyer trying to figure out how to break into the market? Are you buying/selling a home for the first time in years and need to know what has changed? Are you trying to keep up on the latest in the world of investment properties and building wealth with real estate? In the world of real estate there is always something new to learn and podcasts are a great way to stay in the know.I like to listen to podcasts while driving, exercising, and doing household chores. It breaks up the monotony of... read more

Focus on Curb Appeal to Sell Your Home For More

Improving curb appeal is the number one thing a homeowner can do to boost the marketability of their home.
Posted by Dani Dooley on February 23, 2021 in   Hawaii  Curb Appeal  Dani Dooley  FAQs  For Sellers  Frequently Asked Questions  Kauai  Seller Tips  Tips
Curb appeal describes how your house looks from the curb; is it attractive, welcoming and enticing to potential buyers? For buyers your home's outdoor appearance can be a huge factor in whether they pursue the property and make an offer. If you do nothing else to get your home ready to sell, at least make the outside look great.Curb appeal is about making a great first impression. A Princeton research study found that people's first impressions of people and objects are made within 1/10th of a second, and... read more