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• Terraces At Launani Valley
  The Terraces in Beautiful Launani Valley 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Call Frank Diaz @ 723-0900. This is a HAP sale (Housing Assistance Program).9′ ceilings, 3 ceiling fans, lanai, pool/spa, tennis (nearby), barbecue area, children’s play area, walking/jogging trails. Within a few miles of Schofield Barracks, Kunia and Wheeler. Convenient on and off ramps to H-2, bus [ […]
• TSUNAMI WARNING STATE OF HAWAII – LIST OF FLOOD ZONES
  TSUNAMI WARNING CONTINUES IN EFFECT FOR THE STATE OF HAWAII – FIND FLOOD ZONES To find your flood zone, go to the City and County of Honolulu Planning and Permitting Department. Here the public has the ability to interactively look up information on digitally processed maps such as zoning, property boundaries, tax assessment, ownership records, sewer [...] […]
• Hawaii Foreclosures Rising Home Mortgages Fall Behind
  The national Mortgage Bankers Association said yesterday that 7,535 residential property loans, or 4.5 percent of the loans statewide, were in foreclosure at the end of last year in Hawai’i, and that an additional 12,182 mortgages representing 7.3 percent of the market were delinquent but not yet in foreclosure. That means [...] […]
• HAP Army Military Housing Assistance Program
  Military Housing Assistance Program – Extended HAP Members of the Armed Forces permanently reassigned (PCS) during the mortgage crisis Military Personnel Only 1. Permanent reassignment requires move of more than 50 miles. 2. Reassignment ordered between 1 February 2006 and 30 September 2012. 3. Property purchased (or contract to purchase signed) before 1 Jul […]
• 2009-2010 Military Housing Allowance (BAH) Rates for Hawaii
  Military Housing Allowance (BAH) for Hawaii Below are the rates of tax-free housing allowance (Basic Allowance for Housing, or BAH) that are provided to enlisted military personnel (with dependents) who are authorized to reside off base at government expense in the state of HAWAII , for calendar year 2009 and 2010. Many military members have the choice [...] […]

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• Long-term Mortgage Rates Remain Relatively Flat This Week, Still Below 5 Percent
  (MCLEAN, VA) - According to Freddie Mac's (NYSE:FRE) newest results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS), the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 4.96 percent with an average 0.7 point for the week ending March 18, 2010. […]
• 'Stars Align' for Southern California Home Sales, Say MDA DataQuick
  (LA JOLLA, CA) -- According to MDA DataQuick, southern California home sales in February were above year-ago levels for the 20th month in a row as buyers continued to snap up bargain properties with government-backed mortgages and tax incentives. The median price paid for a home rose on a year-over-year basis for the third consecutive month, ... […]
• U.S Hotel Construction Pipeline Drops 35.9% from One Year Ago
  (HENDERSONVILLE, TN) -- The total active U.S. hotel development pipeline includes 3,551 projects comprising 368,740 rooms, according to the February 2010 STR/TWR/Dodge Construction Pipeline Report released last week. […]

Real Estate Questions

• How can I find out more about this property? Who can i contact?
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: Hi Maria, Feel free to call me at 808 723 0900 regarding any properties on Oahu. Frank Diaz (RA), MBA […]
• Is there a Statute of Limitations for recording a Quit Claim Deed in Hawaii? Thank you! Jean
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: Hi Jean, You need to talk to an attorney and/or a title company. Let me know if you need names or numbers. Frank […]
• I am looking to buy a home in manoa or st. louise heights area. We're looking for a 0 down home. We have $ 20,000 saved up. Is that possible?
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: Hi Tamtam, I would strongly consider another area nearby, such as Makiki, Kaimuki, or Moilili. Those are all still close and will allow you to get started in something affordable. $20,000 is a great start, but you should have at least 5% saved up in order to get into your own place. You want to have some cushion left so that if […]
• When I type in my listing address, Trulia doesn't find it. What should I do?
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: Hi Jeani, Which listing address is it? Frank […]
• Joint Tenancy in Hawaii
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: Hi Jean, I would talk to your local title company for starters. Call TItle Guaranty in Hawaii Kai and ask them to help you out. You may need a real estate attorney. If so, I can recommend one. It's not clear how it will work, if you are making the mortgage payments, but your friend is releasing their interest in the proper […]
• When does the Leasehold end? When does it renew?8-901B Noelani str. Pearl City 96782
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: Hi Georgia, You will have to get a 15-year loan in order to get financing for this property. I would strongly consider buying the land or fee at the same time at $158,900, if possible. The lease rent is $462/month until 2017. The maintenance fee is $400/month. Some other units to consider: 98-1428A Koaheahe St 4 98905B Noelani […]
• I`m about to purchase a brand new home..but the asset value is $10,000 less than the asking price..do i buy the home?
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: There are several things to consider: 1. How does your home compare to others (try to compare 3 BR/2 baths with 3 BR/2 baths, interior unit, same square footage, lot size, etc.). 2. Any improvements since the home was built? These can affect the value a lot without increasing assessed value. 3. Do you like the home and more imp […]
• How do I check out and ask about condo @ 428 Ena Rd. #B302, Honolulu, Hi.?
  Answer by Frank Diaz, MBA, RA: Hi Rimagire, I'll send details directly to you at the email address you provided. Frank Diaz, MBA (RA) East Oahu Realty 808 723 0900 […]

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