First tax rebate deposits come to Kapolei today

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Remember: no "economic stimulus" tax rebate unless you file a tax return

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Kapolei to Honolulu service tweaked

One of the transportation moves made to help alleviate traffic in growing Kapolei was to institute TheBoat, a commuter ferry that runs between Kapolei real estate and Aloha Tower in downtown Honolulu. However, there were issues about the ridership. The Honolulu Advertiser reports on a new schedule for TheBoat:

TheBoat now leaves Kalaeloa at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 am. The return trips from Aloha Tower are at 3:55, 5:00 and 6:15 pm. TheBoat takes about an hour, but it has power outlets and free Wi-Fi so that you can remain connected and even do work during the commute.

For more on TheBoat and other local Kapolei news and information, contact John Riggins.

Get a lower interest rate on a Kapolei home mortgage

If you are looking for Kapolei real estate, there is good news on the home mortgage front. As mortgage loan rates fell across the country last week, so did Hawaii mortgage loan rates. Pacific Business News reports on differnt Hawaii mortgage loan rates:

For more information on Hawaii mortgage loan rates and the Kapolei real estate market, contact John Riggins.

Roy's is offering an Easter Sunday Brunch

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Kapolei Parkway extension started

As part of a comprehensive project to improve the roads on Kapolei real estate, as well as the roads connecting Kapolei to Honolulu, many road projects are underway. And another just got started. The Kapolei Parkway extension broke ground on Monday, and construction is underway. The Honolulu Advertiser reports on the Kapolei Parkway extension:

For more Kapolei road project and real estate news, contact John Riggins.

Fed rate cut won't affect Kapolei home loan interest rates too much

Kapolei mortgage rates could head higher, due to worries over liquidity by banks. Indeed, national home loan interest rates are already higher than they should be, mainly due to worries. However, if the Fed rate cut can instill some confidence, it may bring mortgage rates down to where they should be. The Fed rate cut should benefit those with Kapolei home equity loans.

For more on Kapolei mortgage rates and real estate, contact John Riggins.

Now is the time to find great Kapolei real estate opportunities

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Kapolei Real Estate Blog!

You don’t need a whole lot of luck to find great Kapolei real estate opportunities right now. Home prices are a little lower, and there are some great financing opportunities. Kapolei real estate is experiencing growth, and there are opportunities to buy homes near schools, jobs, dining, shopping, entertainment and more.

For more information on the Kapolei real estate market, or help selling your Kapolei home, contact John Riggins.

5 things you can do to sell your Kapolei real estate faster

When it comes to selling your Kapolei real estate, what you do can make a big difference. Here are 5 things that can help you sell your Kapolei real estate a little faster:

1. Create a sales plan for your Kapolei real estate. Figure out what you will do if your home is on the market 30 days from now. Or 60. Decide what sorts of things you are willing to negotiate for.
2. Carefully consider the price of your Kapolei home. As part of the sales plan for your Kapolei real estate, you need to carefully think of the price. Consult a knowledgeable real estate professional to help you understand the Kapolei real estate market when setting your asking price.
3. Offer incentives. Think about what things might close the deal on your Kapolei home. Things like a home warranty, paint allowance and home inspection can help you sell your Kapolei real estate faster.
4. Clear out the clutter. A clean Kapolei home is more likely to sell than a dirty one. Clean up the clutter, and make sure that the home also looks good from the outside.
5. Hire a good Kapolei real estate agent. Get someone who knows the area, and who can give you good advice on what sells a Kapolei home. There is no replacement for experience.

For more tips on selling your Kapolei real estate, contact John Riggins.

Fort Weaver Road widening to handle traffic to Kapolei real estate

Fort Weaver road is being widened right now in order to accomodate increased traffic to Kapolei real estate. The first phase is already completed, and work has begun on the second phase. This is expected to last the rest of 2008, with the Fort Weaver Road portion of the sweeping Kapolei roads project to be completed by early 2009.

Kapolei real estate is seeing boom, and a roads project is underway to ensure that the city can handle the increase in population and traffic. For more information on Kapolei roads projects, and on Kapolei real estate, contact John Riggins.