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

Home Inspections are for Sellers too

Three reasons I encourage my Sellers to get a pre-listing home inspection
Posted by Dani Dooley on April 27, 2023 in  For Sale  For Sellers  Home Inspections
Home inspections are a vital part of the homebuying process, shedding light on a property’s condition and whether it needs repairs. But buyers aren’t the only ones who can benefit from inspections: Sellers can learn a lot from them, too — particularly before listing a property. Are you considering listing your home for sale? Here are some reasons you might want to do a pre-listing inspection. The inspector can bring to light issues you need to repair.Home inspectors are thorough. They look at... read more

Do Your Due Diligence: Get a Home Inspection

Congratulations, your offer has been accepted! Here's what happens next . . .
Posted by Dani Dooley on September 01, 2020 in   Hawaii  Dani Dooley  FAQs  For Buyers  Frequently Asked Questions  Home Inspections  Kauai
Your offer has been accepted and now it is time to do your due diligence. One of the first things I recommend is to get the property inspected by a professional home inspector. Your inspector will help you identify potential hazards or problems that you were not aware of so you can make an informed decision on the purchase of your new property.Most real estate contracts in the state of Hawaii are written up to include an inspection period. During the inspection period you are allowed and expected to thoroughly insp... read more