Bob Hansen Appears In Promo

The Hansen Ohana, exclusive affiliates of Christie’s International Real Estate, is proud to announce our very own Bob Hansen has an appearance in the new Christie’s promotional video!  You can view the video here.  We appreciate the support from our family, clients, friends, and colleagues.  Contact us today should you have a real estate need here on the islands!

May Stats Are In

More record breaking stats are in for May.  Residential sales of 105 homes in May were at a six-year high here in Maui.  The median home price for a residential home also increased 22% since last year to $540,000.  Condo sales remain steady and strong at 138 units sold.  Prices for condos also rose 12% since last year to $381,500.  On both Condos and Homes there is less than a 6 month supply on the market.  This brings us to a solid Seller’s market.  Here is a link to the real estate stats:  http://www.mauirealestate.net/All-May2013.pdf

We are again at a time where multiple offers are coming in on well priced properties.  If you are a first time home buyer looking to break into the real estate market, now is the time.  Low inventory is driving prices and statistics are showing this trend in the market will continue.  For sellers, having your property appraised and inspected in advance will encourage offers from buyers.  If you’re a buyer, getting pre-approved so your house hunting adventure can be done with the confidence that you know your loan will be funded is strongly encouraged.

The Hansen Ohana strives to meet all of your real estate needs.  Contact us today if you or someone you know is looking to buy or sell property here on the islands.  We are happy to assist you!

Maui FIlm Festival

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Maui Film Festival starts  today June 12th and runs through June 16th in Wailea at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center.  Passes for the event are available starting at $44 dollars.  Feature films as well as short films will be viewable at the event. You can view the different  events and times via the Maui Film Festival site here.  The Hansen Ohana hopes to see you there!

Tropic Care Free Health Care Clinic

If you know someone needing health care assistance, please share this information with them.  Let’s all work together to make a difference for those who are in need.Tropic Care Flyer-2

Maui Tourism Exploding

So far this year, an estimated 200,000 visitors have come to Maui each month. On average we have welcomed 23,000 visitors daily.  The revenue generated from tourism has supported an additional 3,000 jobs.  During the first four months of 2013, visitor spending was an estimated  $1.4 billion dollars.  Travlers from international countries has increased helping with the explosion.  Tourist from New Zealand, China, and Australia have  shown a double digit  increase.  Maui has been hard at work on increasing the diversity of travelers visiting the island. The entire article, curtsey of Mauitvnews.com is viewable here.  If you visit Maui, and decide to make it your permanent residence, contact the Hansen Ohana to make living in paradise a reality!