Kauai Homes and Land Blog

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

Demystifying Settlement Fees

Navigating the Costs of Closing a Real Estate Deal
Posted by Dani Dooley on August 29, 2023 in  Buyer Tips  Escrow  Seller Tips
If closing a real estate deal is like finishing a puzzle, then settlement fees are the last few pieces to fit in. But you shouldn’t wait until the end to figure out what they are! Settlement fees are the costs you pay for all the services you employed over the course of your real estate transaction, from Realtor commissions to Notary fees. These fees are due at closing and are commonly deducted from the Seller’s proceeds, and wrapped into the down payment or loan for the Buyer. The fees aren’t alw... 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

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

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