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Don’t Let a Platform Set Your Strategy: Understanding NAR, Zillow, and the Real Power Behind the Sale

In April, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) quietly announced some meaningful changes to its Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP)—the kind that may not make headlines but absolutely shape how your home gets sold. Here’s what changed: ...

May 4, 2025

What NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy Changes Mean for Big Island Home Sellers

Discretion, strategy, and flexibility are vital components of how homes should be marketed. This is especially true for luxury properties. So when industry-wide policies restrict how sellers can bring their homes to the market, it raises a key...

April 3, 2025

2024 Big Island Real Estate Review: Kailua-Kona and Resorts

Making Sense of Price Per Square Foot (PPSF) in Kailua-Kona

Price per square foot (PPSF) is often the first metric buyers and sellers look at when evaluating a home’s value. When used correctly, PPSF can provide valuable insights but relying on it too heavily can be misleading. So what else should you...

March 5, 2025

How KE Team’s 3-Phase Marketing Strategy Maximizes Your Home Sale

At KE Team, we don’t wait for buyers to come to us. We understand that selling luxury real estate on the Big Island requires more than just listing a home—it demands a thoughtful and strategic approach. We proactively position your pro...

February 20, 2025

The Price of Time: How Overpricing Costs Sellers in Kailua-Kona

Pricing a home is both an art and a science, but one truth remains when pricing a home: time is money. Sellers who aim too high often find themselves trapped in a costly cycle. They watch their home linger on the market, only to sell for less t...

February 7, 2025

How to Protect your Real Estate Transactions from Escrow Fraud in Hawaii

Recent Trends in Real Estate Escrow Fraud Real estate transactions have always been a prime target for fraudsters, but the sophistication of their schemes has reached alarming levels. Earlier this year, we encountered a fraudulent seller situa...

December 19, 2024

Understanding the Real Estate Practice Changes Effective August 17th, 2024

On March 15, 2024, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reached a settlement agreement with plaintiffs that could potentially end ongoing litigation regarding broker commissions. The $418M antitrust settlement took effect on August 17, ...

August 16, 2024

How to Get Your Home Ready for Professional Photographers

You’ve met with KE Team Hawaii, and they’ve assessed the quality and characteristics of your property. You can feel confident knowing that Daisuke 'Kai' Ioh and Emil Knysh are experts in the Hawaii real estate market and will guide you thro...

October 23, 2022

How to Maximize Your Profit When Selling Your Kailua-Kona Real Estate

Every real estate owner wants to maximize their profits when selling their property, and in Kailua-Kona, this is no exception. However, the problem is that selling Kailua-Kona homes for top dollar can be challenging, especially if you're a firs...

August 10, 2022