Angela Olmedo-Williams, RS at Coldwell Banker Island Properties

08/06/2026

Here's a shift worth noticing if you're buying: negotiation is a normal part of the process again. ⁣
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Nearly half of sellers — 46% in May — gave buyers some form of concession, a record for that month. Price reductions are far more common than they were during the frenzy. ⁣
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For buyers, that's not a warning sign. A reduced price is often an invitation to look closer, not a reason to stay away. Inspections, repairs, closing costs, timing — these are conversations again, not sacrifices you make to win a bidding war. ⁣
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One honest caveat: more negotiation doesn't mean buyers control every market. A well-priced home in a tight area can still move fast. But the list price is no longer the whole conversation. ⁣
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Read the full article: http://angiemauihomes.com/maui-real-estate-market-mid-year-2026/

08/05/2026

If you're a car lover, the extra space that a garage provides could help protect your vehicle from the elements and theft.

In some communities, many houses don’t have garages, or they have carports with a roof and open side...

08/04/2026

For two years, the plan was basically the same for everyone: wait for rates to drop, then make a move. 🏡 ⁣
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That dramatic drop never really came — but the market changed anyway. ⁣
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Halfway through 2026, buyers in a lot of markets have more homes to choose from, more time to decide, and more room to negotiate than they've had in years. Sellers are adjusting to a slower, more selective market. ⁣
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Whether you're buying, selling, or just staying put, here's the short version: this is finally a market you can plan in, not just react to. ⁣
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Read the full article: http://angiemauihomes.com/maui-real-estate-market-mid-year-2026/

08/04/2026

Trying to make sense of the housing market this summer? Watch these three numbers. 📊 ⁣
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1. Rates — the 30-year fixed is hovering in the mid-6% range, and most forecasters expect it to drift slightly lower through 2026. ⁣
2. Inventory — about 4.5 months of supply, the most balanced it's been in years. More homes means more choice and less pressure. ⁣
3. Prices — largely flat nationally for 2026, so you're not chasing a runaway market. ⁣
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Put together, it's a calmer, more balanced market than the past few years — which tends to favor prepared buyers who know their budget. ⁣
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Call/text/email us at (808) 419-1982 or [email protected] if you have questions.

07/30/2026

If you're hoping to be settled before the new school year, summer is your window — and the calendar moves faster than most families expect. 📦 ⁣
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A rough timeline that keeps things low-stress: ⁣
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- Now–early summer: Get pre-approved and start touring. Knowing your budget first makes every other step easier. ⁣
- Mid-summer: Have your offer in and inspection done. Closings often take 30–45 days, so this is the sweet spot for an August move. ⁣
- Late summer: Closing, movers, utilities, and address changes — with a little breathing room before the first day of school. ⁣
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The families who start early get the most choice and the least stress. Leaving it to the last minute usually means rushing the biggest decision of the year. ⁣
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Call/text/email us at (808) 419-1982 or [email protected] if you have questions.

07/29/2026

From baby monitors to toilets locks, here are some must-haves if you're baby-proofing your home!

Anytime you move into a new home, one of the most important things to consider is the safety of your...

07/28/2026

Summer edition 🏊 Would you rather… ⁣
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🅰️ A home WITH a pool — instant staycation, great for entertaining, but more maintenance, insurance, and cost. ⁣
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🅱️ A home WITHOUT a pool — lower upkeep, more usable yard, and budget freed up for other priorities. ⁣
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There's no wrong answer — it comes down to how you'd actually live in space. A pool is a dream for one family and a deal-breaker for another (and it doesn't always add the resale value people expect). ⁣
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Drop your pick — 🅰️ or 🅱️ — and tell us why 👇 ⁣
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Let us know in the comments.

07/26/2026

The yard at 720 Hana Hwy, Unit 7 has avocado, lemon, and banana — all mature, all producing. 🥑🍌🍋

There's something about walking out in the morning and picking breakfast that no amount of square footage can replicate. It's the small, daily kind of "this is home" that buyers tell me they didn't know they wanted until they had it. Not to mention the proximity to Kuau Store as well and the sand.

Down at the quiet end of Ulumaika Place, this is the North Shore slow living you move here for.

Open this weekend — Friday & Saturday 10–2 PM, Sunday noon–4 PM. Easy to show, just call to schedule.

720 Hana Hwy, Unit 7 | MLS # 409014 | $1,650,000

07/25/2026

Some afternoons at Hoʻokipa the wind shows up like clockwork — and the cattle above the break don't even look up. 🏄‍♂️🐄

That's the North Shore in one frame: a world-class wind sport break and a working pasture sharing the same slope. Residents live a few minutes from it.

If you sail, foil, or windsurf — or you've always wanted the option from your driveway — 720 Hana Hwy, Unit 7 puts you right in it. Down at the quiet end of Ulumaika Place.

Open this weekend — Friday & Saturday 10–2 PM, Sunday noon–4 PM. Easy to show, just call to schedule.

720 Hana Hwy, Unit 7 | MLS # 409014 | $1,650,000

07/24/2026

Here's the question I get most about 720 Hana Hwy, Unit 7: "what would I do with the downstairs?" 🏡

And the honest answer is — whatever fits your life. The ohana works as space for visiting family, a setup for multigenerational living, or rental income that helps carry the home. Some buyers want all three over time.

Down at the quiet end of Ulumaika Place, that optionality is the part you can't see in a photo. It's the part worth a conversation.

Open this weekend — Friday & Saturday 10–2 PM, Sunday noon–4 PM. Easy to show, just call to schedule.

720 Hana Hwy, Unit 7 | MLS # 409014 | $1,650,000