Kauai Homes and Land Blog

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

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What is a CPR?

Condominium Property Regimes are a Common Sight in Kauai

Posted by Dani Dooley on August 03, 2020 in Hawaii Condominium Condos CPR Dani Dooley FAQs For Buyers Frequently Asked Questions Kauai

We're back with another answer to one of our frequently asked questions. If you missed the others you can find them here. This one is a common question from mainland buyers.CPR's are very common in Hawaii. CPR stands for Condominium Property Regime. A Condominium Property Regime is a type of ownership in Hawaii in which a parcel of land can be divided into smaller units of land that can then be sold separately. It is similar to how apartment-type buildings are divided into individual units that can be owned by diff... read more

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House Hunting with a VA Loan

Is it right for you?

Posted by Dani Dooley on July 06, 2020 in Hawaii Dani Dooley FAQs Financing Frequently Asked Questions Kauai Lending Mortgages VA

Are you a veteran or active member of the U.S. military? If so you may qualify VA financing.VA stands for Veteran's Association and is a loan program available only to United States military veterans, active-duty, or eligible surviving spouses. It is not run by the Veterans Association but rather it is guaranteed by the government and administered by private companies. Most banks and mortgage brokers offer VA loans but not all, so ask ahead. To get the loan you will need to get a Certificate of Eligibilit... read more

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What is an ADU in Kauai?

An ADU, or Additional Dwelling Unit, is a second living unit that shares the same lot of a larger, primary home.

Posted by Dani Dooley on June 01, 2020 in Hawaii Additional Dwelling Unit ADU Dani Dooley FAQs For Buyers For Sellers Frequently Asked Questions Kauai

We're back with another answer to one of our frequently asked questions. If you missed the others you can find them here. Today's question is one we hear often about the acronym for Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU). In Kauai an ADU is a living space that has a full kitchen, a bathroom, and a place to sleep. An ADU, or Additional Dwelling Unit, is a second living unit that shares the same lot of a larger, primary home. This unit can be detached from or attached to an existing residence and is designed and used for sin... read more

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Get Set To Sell

Prepare your property to sell for more

Posted by Dani Dooley on May 18, 2020 in Hawaii FAQs For Sellers Frequently Asked Questions Kauai Staging Tips

During uncertain times you want Buyers to be certain your house is the one for them. Before shooting photos, videos or showing your home get ready to sell by doing a few things that will set your property apart from the competition. REVIEW YOUR HOUSE INTERIOR ROOM BY ROOM In general, a de-cluttered home helps the buyer mentally "move in" with their own things. Aim to make your home look like a hotel or vacation rental by clearing clutter and removing all unnecessary items from throughout the house. If you need roo... read more

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