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BHGRE Rainbow Island Properties Specializing in Kauai Real Estate
Rainbow Island Properties - Stronger Together! She thrives in the process and is great at what she does.

At BHGRE Rainbow Island Properties we promise to use all our experience in both real estate and island living to help you actualize your life on Kauai. We live here and strive to embody Aloha as a guideline in all we do, knowing the more we can express our love and compassion for others, the more it will return. A: Akahai, meaning kindness, to be expressed with tenderness
L: Lokahi, meaning unity, to be expressed in harmony
O: Olu'olu, meaning agreeable, to be expressed with pleasantness
H: Ha'aha'a, meaning humility, to be expressed with modesty
A: Ahonui: meaning patience, to be expressed with perseverance

Joyce Wright Funk, affectionately known as Joy

Originally licensed in California in 1989 she brings with her years of experience selling residential homes, condos and land, while working with both sellers and buyers. Joy was born in Cleveland, Ohio and moved with her family to Washington D.C., Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan and then Beverly Hills, CA. She began working as a beauty consultant and then sales representative for Prince Matchabelli where she was able to finely hone her skills in both service and negotiation. Her career in real estate began from an appreciation of wonderful properties and beautiful homes, with an aptitude for personal interactions with people. Joy learned early that real estate also requires diligence, commitment and attention to detail. Another strength is understanding a property's unique merits combined with the characteristics found in our different communities. She is also a mother of two, Joshua and Luke. Joshua was born severely handicapped, passing gracefully at the age of eighteen after bringing much joy and love into their lives. To her great joy, Luke and his wife Michelle gifted Joy and husband Scott Funk with 2 beautiful granddaughters, Mai and Aria. Mornings you can find Joy practicing yoga, hiking a beautiful Kauai trail, or in the ocean paddling out to the waves! She loves the wilderness, nature, art and family life with her husband Scott and loved ones. [email protected]

AWARDS: Affiliate PRESIDENTS Award 2021 Top Performers in Real Estate 2022 - Hawaii Business Magazine Real Trends | Tom Ferry "America's Best" Real Estate Professional 2021

For a peak into the character Joyce and the lineage, she follows in Real Estate Investing and Hospitality. Dive into the background of her grandfather Alonzo Gordon Wright I and her father Alonzo Gordon Wright the ll.

10/14/2026

A home is not only about how it looks on a perfect day. I also like to think about how it handles the less convenient moments, such as a power interruption, heavy rain, a plumbing leak or a sudden temperature change.

Resilient features can look different depending on the home and location, but the questions are useful almost anywhere. Does the property manage water well? Are important systems protected? Is there a backup plan for key functions? Can small problems be detected before they become larger ones?

These details are not always the reason someone falls in love with a home, but they can have a big impact on ownership.

I would rather ask the practical questions before closing than discover the answers during the first unexpected problem.

10/07/2026

Smart home features can be convenient, but I would never assume every device will transfer smoothly to a new owner. A home can have impressive technology and still leave unanswered questions about access, subscriptions, compatibility and maintenance.

Before closing, I would ask which devices stay with the property, which accounts need to be transferred, whether any features require paid services and how the systems work if the internet goes down.

The best technology should make ownership easier, not create a mystery after move-in.

09/30/2026

Fall has a way of exposing the little maintenance jobs that were easy to ignore all summer. Before cooler weather arrives, a quick home check can help prevent small issues from becoming inconvenient ones later.

For this week’s checklist, take a look at five areas: gutters, roof edges, HVAC filters, window seals, and exterior doors. You do not need to be an expert to notice something that looks loose, worn, clogged, or overdue for attention.

Routine maintenance is not the glamorous side of homeownership, but it is one of the smartest habits an owner can build. A well cared for home is easier to enjoy today and easier to present when it is eventually time to sell.

Save this reel and use it for your September home check.

It is easy to reduce a real estate decision to one headline number, but the strongest deal is usually the one that works...
09/29/2026

It is easy to reduce a real estate decision to one headline number, but the strongest deal is usually the one that works as a complete package. Timing, certainty, inspection comfort, financing, move logistics and flexibility can all shape how an offer feels to the people involved.

For buyers, I would ask whether the terms still leave enough room to make a thoughtful decision and complete the necessary due diligence.

For sellers, I would look beyond the first line and consider how cleanly the offer fits the move that needs to happen next.

Real estate negotiations are partly financial and partly human. Understanding the priorities on both sides can create better options than assuming everyone values the same thing.

I focus on the full structure of the deal, not just the part that gets the biggest headline.

Before deciding a room needs new paint, new furniture or a bigger update, I would check the lighting temperature. Bulbs ...
09/28/2026

Before deciding a room needs new paint, new furniture or a bigger update, I would check the lighting temperature. Bulbs that are too cool can make warm finishes feel flat, while lighting that is too yellow can change how paint, tile and cabinetry read.

The best choice depends on the room and the effect you want, but consistency matters. When several bulbs in one space have noticeably different tones, the room can feel visually disconnected.

For sellers, replacing mismatched bulbs is a small way to create a cleaner look before photos and showings. For buyers, it is a reminder not to judge every finish under lighting that may be easy to change.

Sometimes the room is not the problem. The light is.

Sellers usually prepare a home for what buyers will see, but sound matters too. A loud bathroom fan, rattling vent, sque...
09/27/2026

Sellers usually prepare a home for what buyers will see, but sound matters too. A loud bathroom fan, rattling vent, squeaky door or constantly humming appliance can pull attention away from an otherwise polished space.

Before listing, I would walk through the home when it is quiet and listen.

Open and close interior doors. Run the exhaust fans. Turn the HVAC on. Listen near windows and exterior doors. Notice whether a small sound suggests a simple repair or whether it is something buyers should understand about the property.

The goal is not to create total silence. It is to remove preventable distractions and know what a buyer may notice during a showing.

Presentation is visual, but the experience of a home uses more than one sense.

Ceilings are easy to ignore until one changes the entire character of a room. Height, beams, coffers, tray details, skyl...
09/26/2026

Ceilings are easy to ignore until one changes the entire character of a room. Height, beams, coffers, tray details, skylights and even a simple change in material can influence how spacious, bright or finished a home feels.

For buyers, I would look up during a showing and notice more than style. Ceiling height can affect scale. Skylights can change natural light. Older stains or patchwork may deserve a closer look. Decorative beams may be structural or purely visual.

For homeowners thinking about design, the ceiling can also be an opportunity to add interest without filling the room with more furniture or decor.

The floor plan tells you where the room begins. The ceiling can change how the entire room is experienced.

A home inspection can feel overwhelming because every house comes with a list. I would not read that list as a simple pa...
09/25/2026

A home inspection can feel overwhelming because every house comes with a list. I would not read that list as a simple pass or fail. I would use it to understand condition, priorities and future responsibility.

Start by separating findings into categories:

• Safety or major system concerns
• Items that may need attention soon
• Routine maintenance
• Cosmetic preferences

Then look at the whole picture. The age of the home, the condition of major systems, available documentation and your own comfort with future projects all matter.

One long report does not automatically mean a bad house, and a short report does not remove the need for careful review.

I can help buyers turn inspection information into better questions and a clearer next step.

Buyers often form an impression of a home before they can explain exactly why they feel it. The entry feels calm. The ro...
09/24/2026

Buyers often form an impression of a home before they can explain exactly why they feel it. The entry feels calm. The rooms make sense. The light is good. Nothing immediately creates a question mark.

That first reaction is emotional, but sellers can prepare for it in very practical ways.

• Make the entrance feel clear and cared for
• Let natural light do as much work as possible
• Keep furniture from blocking the flow of a room
• Fix visible maintenance items that create doubt
• Give each space an obvious purpose

I do not think preparation is about making a home look perfect. It is about reducing distractions so buyers can focus on the home itself.

A strong first impression gives the rest of the showing a better chance.

09/23/2026

The dream home checklist is getting more practical. Beautiful finishes still catch the eye, but buyers are paying closer attention to the spaces that make daily life easier.

A room that can shift from office to guest space. Storage that actually keeps clutter under control. Outdoor areas that extend the way a home can be used. These are the features that often become more valuable after move in.

For your next home search, try separating your list into two categories:

• Features that improve everyday life
• Features that simply look good in photos

Both can matter, but knowing the difference helps you shop with more intention.

If you could add one practical feature to your next home, what would make the biggest difference?

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