Posted on September 02, 2019by Shannon Severance in Real Estate
The largest investment most people will make in a lifetime is purchasing a home. It’s a huge commitment, but it has many benefits for your family. Preparing for a home purchase is just as important as finding the property itself.…
Posted on August 01, 2019by Shannon Severance in Real Estate
Hawaii is one of the most expensive states to purchase a home. In 2018, the average Hawaii real estate price approached $700,000 on the island of Oahu alone. Veterans looking to purchase a home in Hawaii will likely have a…
Posted on July 01, 2019by Shannon Severance in Real Estate
How Solar Affects Hawaii Home Purchases Energy bills can often have an enormous impact on household cash flow. Lights, appliances, and air conditioning (and even heating, depending on geography) all make their demands on Hawaii’s electrical grids. Those demands must…
Almost 10 million visitors came to Hawaii in 2018 alone. And there’s a good reason why. With amazing weather, beautiful beaches, a lively culture, and tons of things to do, Hawaii makes an excellent vacation destination. Of course, this leads many people to…
Posted on May 09, 2019by Shannon Severance in Real Estate
How would you like to lease a house . . . for 140 years? That’s just one of the many interesting tidbits about a leasehold, an arrangement that falls somewhere between renting a home and purchasing one for the long…
Selling your home can be a difficult process. Though the housing market is much healthier than it was some years ago, getting your house sold at the price you want can be no walk in the park. Many home buyers and…
Posted on March 02, 2019by Sold by Shannon in Real Estate
Across the United States and in Hawaii, VA loans are meant for the purchase of a primary residence. You and your family should feel both safe and comfortable living in your new home, which is why the condition of the…
VA loan entitlement is an extraordinary benefit to have after serving your country, but it can also be confusing. Some of the confusion stems from thinking that since you’ve used your VA loan eligibility for a VA loan, you’re not…
Permanent change of station season is stressful. More often than not, you are given a short timeframe to move your family to a new community. You know it is part of the deal, but that doesn’t make it easy! If…
If you’re stationed here on the beautiful island of Oahu, you might have noticed some of the great real estate properties across the area. Many military families are now renting Oahu properties as they look to save for the future.…