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    Your Guide to Buying Real Estate in Hawaii

    1) How to Avoid the 7 Biggest Home-Buying Mistakes.

    2) The Buying Process with Practical Steps and Proven Strategies

    3) How to Avoid Losing Your Dream Home in a Bidding War

    4) Hawaii’s Unique Real Estate Market: Learn what makes buying in Hawaii different.

    5) Insights into the Current Market: Know the latest trends and opportunities.

    How to Protect Yourself During the Buying Process (7 Ways)

    You write an offer, and the seller accepts it. You do now have a legally binding agreement to purchase a home. But what if you find something that’s a deal breaker? Here are 7 ways to conduct due diligence and legal ways to get out of buying a nightmare.

    Home Buying Process

    Getting Pre-approved: Understanding Your Budget

    1. What is a Preapproval?

    2. Benefits of Getting PreApproved

    3. Steps to Get PreApproved

    4. Understanding Your Budget

    5. Common Mistakes to Avoid

    6. FAQ: PreApproval

    Home Hunting Made Easy: Simplify Your Search

    1. Set Your Budget

    2. Define Your Needs and Wants 

    3. Set Up an Auto-Search

    4. Tips for Showings

    Making an Offer: Strategies for Success 

    1. The Most Important Thing to Know When Making an Offer

    2. How to Determine Your Offer Price

    3. Learn the Seller’s Motivation

    4. What if it’s My Dream Home?

    5. Submit an Offer with a PreApproval Letter

    6. Write a Personalized Letter to the Seller

    Escrow: What to Expect and How to Prepare

    1. What is Escrow? Why Does it Matter?

    2. How Long Does Escrow Take?

    3. What are Your Responsibilities During Escrow

    4. Timeline of Events During Escrow

    How to Protect Yourself in the Buying Process:

    1.  Understanding The Contract: Know Your Rights

    2. Home Inspection Contingency

    3. Seller Real Property Disclosure Statement

    4. Condo/Association Documents

    5. Termite Inspection Contingency

    6. Survey Contingency

    7. Title Report Contingency

    8. Financing Contingency