Steven Nickens Maui Real Estate Blog

Kihei Maui condominiums for sale featuring Kihei Maui's Sugar Beach Resort.

 South Maui real estate is known for it's many Kihei beachfront condominiums. Located right on the beach in north Kihei Maui. The Sugar Beach Resort offers great ocean views and a hugh pool located right on the beach. There is a great club house and it is with in steps to the beach. The advantage of Maui beach front condo living is early morning walks and enjoying Maalaea Bay awesome views. Take in the whales breaching and tails slapping, it is quite a sight to behold.  From your Lanai enjoy incredible sunset views over looking Maalaea Bay.  This is a great value for living on Kihei Maui oceanfront condominium.  Let us know if we can provide any additional information for you on all south maui real estate or Kihei Maui condos for sale.

Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

Wailea, Maui Hawaii 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

Okay I am a proud Papa. My oldest son Micah is getting married this weekend.

This a Maui boy born and raised. He has been a pro-surfer most of his adult life. He has traveled all over the world and surf some pretty scary waves. My other son Nate

and daughter flew in last night from Calif for the event. I am so glad to have my family together.  The first thing I am going to do after this cup of coffee is kick my boys out of bed and head down to Hookipa Beach park  for a morning surf.

I was once told by a good friend that passed away that a rich man is a person that is blessed with a great family. So this morning I am feeling pretty blessed. My quiver is being expanded with a beautiful new daughter in law. Well gotta go hit the water and then off to work.

Later AR

Proud Papa

Kihei Maui Condos  Maui Banyan market report

Kihei Maui condominiums for sale features the Maui Banyan condo.  Maui Banyan's is located right across the street from Kamaole II which is a great beach.  Kihei Maui Banyan's is a mid priced condo and is very popular with Maui visitor's.  So if your looking for a good value with Kihei Maui condominium for sale. Maui Banyan is a great choice. Contact Steven for all Maui Real Estate and Maui homes for sale. To search available properties check this link Maui Banyan condominium.

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

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Maui condos for sale in South Maui's popular Kamaole Sands. Kamaole Sands condominium is one of Kihei Maui favorite condo destinations. View all current Kamaole Kihei Maui condominiums for sale from this site. Search all Kihei Maui condos for sale and South Maui Real Estate

Kamaole Sands is one of Kihei Maui condos for sale that are a popular resort destination for Maui visitor's. Kamaole Sands condominium offer's resort living at a fraction of Wailea Maui condos prices. 

Kamaole Sands is located in a great part of south Maui. Just minutes away from Wailea and Makena and right across the street is  Kamaole III which is a great beach park.  kamaole Sands offers a great pool for the family and a short walk right across the street form the beach.

So if Kihei Maui Condominiums for sale are what you are looking for Kamaole Sands is a great option. From this site you can also search all Kihei Maui oceanfront condominiums for sale that Kihei has to offer.. If you have any questions or want to be on an email list for newest condos currently on the market contact Steven

 Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

 Experience that makes a difference

Kihei Maui Beachfront Condominiums for sale and LuxuryMaui Oceanfront condos. Mana Kai offers incredible Maui oceanfront real estate for sale.

 Kihei Maui condos for sale features the Mana Kai Resort.  Mana Kai is located on Keawekapu beach adjoining Wailea Maui's beautiful coast line.  Mana Kai offers incredible ocean views and a beautiful pool over looking the ocean. Enjoy dining over looking the ocean with fabulous sunset views.This is one of Kihei Maui's most pristine beaches.  Located along this stretch of beach you will discover elegant Kihei Maui ocean front homes for sale. Sign up for daily updates on Kihei Maui condos for sale.

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

Super Ferry Heading to Maui with new fuel efficient car

I am sitting on the Super Ferry heading home to Maui. We are passing by Honolulu as I am typing as we pass by Diamond Head.  The sun is rising over Diamond Head and it is another Brilliant day in paradise. My journey started some months back when I ask Active Rains opinion on what car they liked for fuel efficiency.  I was driving my VW Toureg from Haiku to Wailea every day.  Gas prices are $4.59 gallon on Maui.  With oil prices dropping they haven't drop gas prices on Maui. 

So after gathering information on a smaller more fuel efficient car with comfort for my clients.  I came up with another VW the Passat.  Getting up to 30 miles a gallon and enjoying a luxury ride.   So I threw caution to the wind and sold my Toureg.  That morning I check Craig's list for Oahu and found my car.

  It was fate. So I flew over to Oahu and purchased my new energy efficient car.  I am rethinking these days my strategies of doing life.  The world has changed as we know it.  Cost of fuel is changing the way we do business .  We have had to change the way we drive.  With the housing crisis it has affected the whole nation.  From the Realtor, to the homeowner and the people that make a living from the visitor industry.  If gas wasn't enough of a problem we have a Hugh federal debt which has caused the dollar to slide. So with the housing market sliding, gas prices and the federal debt we are living in different times.  So with changing times like Dylan said, For times they are a changing. 

  So back to the Superferry.  I am enjoying the beautiful blue skies with Molokai in the distance.  I am heading back to Maui.  But it is not business as usual.  The world has changed and the way we do business and live is changing.  Change is okay if you recognize the climate around you is different. If you want to read a cool book, Who moved the cheese. It's is about a group of mice and how their world was change when the cheese was moved.  It came down to how each mouse dealt with change. Very thought provoking book. So back to Maui with my new fuel efficient car. One item checked off the list.  I am all about thinking outside the box.  I really enjoy the conversation with AR.  There is a lot of Bla, Bla, Bla which I am guilty of some times.  But if we are listening there are a few jewels that members share that can affect your life in a positive way.  So keep listening it will affect your reality. Maui Real Estate Search

 Later,

 Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickensmaui.com

Experience that makes a difference

Commercial Property Haiku Maui Rea Estate

Two Lots located in the heart of Haiku Maui.  Right across the street from the Haiku Town Center.  Two TMK's and two water meters located right on the main street for easy access.  Both lots are M-1 zoned and are almost an acre of vacant land.  This is the center of Haiku business center with grocery stores, restaurants, fitness centers, doctor's offices, bike shops and more. Price is $1,899,000.  For more information on this property or other Maui real estate properties

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui. Hawaii 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

email: nickens@maui.net

Cell: 808-280-2208

Wailea Maui oceanfront condos for sale at Wailea Elua Condominiums.The Elua condominium is one of Wailea oceanfront condominiums prime Wailea beachfront real estate. Built in the 80's, the Elua condominium has been well taken care of with beautiful landscape grounds and private gated entry. Located just steps from the Shops at Wailea and surrounded by world-class golf courses.

Elua Offers incredible ocean views with a pool located with in walking distance to the beach. The Elua is an exceptional Wailea Maui beachfront condominium for sale in Wailea. Call Steven for all Wailea Maui real estate for sale.  Sign up for auto email updates for all Maui real estate.

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

Experience that makes a difference

 CMA Summary Report

Na Hale O Makena  Condominium Active & Solds 2008

Are you looking for a quiet piece of Wailea Makena real estate? Na Hale O Makena offers a quiet setting with lush landscape.  Enjoy a private pool and fitness center.  Located just steps from the beach in Makena Maui. Na Hale O Makena offers two and three bedroom condos with all the upgrades and amenities you would expect of a quality development.  Na Hale O Makena was developed by the same developers as Hoolei Wailea Maui another quality Wailea development.  Listed below are the active and sold properties for this year at Na Hale O Makena. Check the above links for active MLS properties.

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

email: nickens@maui.net

Experience that makes a difference

 CMA Summary Report

Makena Surf Condominium offers oceanfront living in Makena Wailea. 

Makena Surf is set a part from the rest of Wailea.  Offering a quiet tropical setting with a large pool and barbecue area.  The units range from two bedroom to three bedroom units located right on the water.  The following is a market update of Makena Surf units sold this year.

Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

Cell: 808-280-2208

 Experience that makes a difference

CMA Summary Report

Maui # 1 Island Destination in the world

 So the market is slow but long term the Wailea Maui real estate market is a winner?   So what if we have some of the best beaches in the world.  The weather is in the 80's and the skies are clear and the wind is mild.  You might be into whales or how about turtles diving around you as your enjoying your morning dive.  Some people in the northwest are dreaming about owning a Wailea Maui condo and living on Maui would be great option.  If its happens to be snowing in Tahoe for 2 weeks straight, you love the snow but enough is enough. Wailea Maui has the most consist weather you could hope for.  Maui  is a great place to take in 18 holes of golf on Wailea's blue course or Makena golf course

 So you know what the big fuss is all about. It is that Maui is an awesome place to visit or call home. For myself I enjoy both worlds. I work in one of the best real estate markets in the world. Wailea Maui real estate market.  At the Wailea Group LLC. We represent some of Wailea's newest and top developments in Maui. At the same time I live on the north shore Maui and that is were I have raised my kids, surf and windsurf and life is good.

 If Wailea Maui real estate or north shore Maui real estate is calling you. Then you need to contact Steve for what is hot on Maui.  Having lived on Maui over 36 years Steve knows Maui from Wailea to the northshore of Maui to Hana. You might want to consider the island of Maui and call Steven.

 Steven C. Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui, Suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hawaii

Cell: 808-280-2208

Eamil: nickens@maui.net

www.nickensmaui.com  

Maui financial update report from the Maui news.   A new state economic forecast downplays the long-term impact of recent layoffs and bankruptcies.

The report reduces economic expectations for the fiscal year that began July 1 from 2 percent growth to 1 percent but sees better years ahead.

''Some people are panicking, but the numbers aren't that bad,'' said Pearl Imada Iboshi, state economist, noting that economic trends go through cycles. She said recent developments are a shock but do not portend the collapse of the island economy.

Many people have been laid off from jobs in the state this year as gas prices soar and push other costs up throughout the island economy.

Iboshi points to good news in recent weeks, such as the decline in crude oil prices.

''I really believe that over the longer term that people will not give up traveling and vacationing,''

To read the full report check out this links from the Maui News.

  http://www.mauinews.com/page/content.detail/id/507337.html?nav=5031

Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

Wailea Maui Hi 96753

Kahului Maui is the central part of the island. Kahului is where you find the malls and Kahului airport. It is the center of Maui. From Kahului it is easy to drive to any where on the island.  This makes it a great place to call home.  The newest development in Kahului is Maui Lani. You will find beautiful golf course properties.  Here is the sales for this year for Kahului area.

Steven Nickens

The Wailea Group LLC.

CMA Summary Report

CMA Summary Report

I know everyone has been following the Olympics.  They have been amazing from opening ceremony's to Michael Phelps to the women's volleyball.  There is a sixteen year old girl who in my mind is a real champion.  Shawn Johnson who competes in gymnastics.  At home and in the world events this girl just kills it. She was a gold medal favorite going into the Olympics.  The thing is she kept making little errors and kept ending up with Silver medals.

So how did she handle not getting the Gold. Her attitude is something we need to look at real close. Under pressure she look for the silver lining in the events.  Her attitude was I am here at the Olympics and I am going to enjoy every moment. Also she mention that there was something to be learned from her situation.  So she just keep on smiling and not getting down.

She purpose under adversity and in the final event on the balance beam she won a Gold Medal giving it her best performance. She said she would not trade her silver medal because of what she learned about her self.  What an awesome human being. I can look  at the housing market and sit down and cry or kick and have a fit.  This young lady choose the higher road and in the end got the Gold She desired. Above that she showed the world a more Noble side of her that is a real champion.

Check this link to catch her story.

 Shawn Johnson Story on Yahoo

Steven Nickens R(S) ABR GRI

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui suite 5WE

Wailea Maui Hawaii 96753

http://www.nickensmaui.com/wailea_condos.php

email: nickens@maui.net

Looking a head at traveling to Maui Hawaii

This summer has been the slowest as far as tourist coming to Maui.  With Aloha Airlines calling it quits and ATA Airlines folding it left a Hugh void.  Driving through the airport on the way to windsurf this summer I notice that it's been the slowest since any time I can remember.  One thing I do detect is a little change in the air.  The dollar is gaining strength against the Euro and the Pound. 

That also helps bring down the cost of oil.  So that should directly affect the price of jet fuel.  Everything is connected, so with cheaper jet fuel airline tickets are coming down to a reasonable price. Already places like the Four-Seasons are booked and the staff is working hard.  So I am optimistic that this is going to get people out flying again.  Most likely travelers will find some great hotel rates to match cheaper airline tickets.  So what do you have to lose?  Buy a couple tickets and come to Maui this fall. it is a great time of year during the fall season.

Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

Cell: 808-280-2208

Wailuku Maui Homes Sold

Here are the sales for Wailuku Maui Homes that sold from January 2008 to date.  There were over 200 homes sold in this period from $357K to $737,600.  The median price was $562,250 with a lot of the activity coming from new construction closing.  Wailuku has a lot of quality homes offered at pretty reasonable prices from the developers with great incentives. For information on new homes in this area email Steven for information on new developments in Wailuku and Kahului area. www.nickensmaui.com

  Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

email: nickens@maui.net

Cell: 808-280-2208

CMA Summary Report

CMA Summary Report

CMA Summary Report

 Kula flowers

Here is the market report for Kula Maui.  This reflects sales from January 2008 to August 17, 2008.  The Median price for Kula Maui real estate is $1,099,000. The lowest sales price is $375,000 to a high of $6,125,000 for a beautiful Kula estate.  To search kula properties check this link. www.nickensmaui.com/upcountry_props.htm

 Horse country

Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea alanui suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

email: nickens@maui.net

Experience that makes a difference

CMA Summary Report

Wailea Beach Villas Maui

I have listed all current sales for Wailea Maui real estate for Wailea Beach Villas that sold this year. Wailea Beach Villas is an oceanfront development in Wailea Maui. It offers a collection of luxurious condominium residence set within one of the last remaining parcels of oceanfront property in Wailea.  Wailea Beach Villas offers a new standard of exclusive Wailea oceanfront properties.

Room sizes range from 1900 sqft to 3,000 sqft of luxury living.  For more information on this quality development contact Steven or set up an appointment at our office located in the Wailea Beach Viilas for more information.

Listed below is a record of all sales this year for the Wailea Beach Villas.

Summary Report

Aloha,

Steven Nickens R(S) GRI ABR

THe Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alaniu suite 5We

Wailea Maui, Hi 96753

The Shops at Wailea

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

With 36 yrs of island living and experience that makes a difference 

Kamaole Sands is one of Kihei Maui condos for sale that are a popular resort destination for Maui visitor's. Kamaole Sands condominium offer's resort living at a fraction of Wailea Maui condos prices. .  Kamaole Sands is located in a great part of south Maui. Just minutes away fromWailea and Makena and right across the street is  Kamaole III which is a great beach park.  kamaole Sands offers a great pool for the family and a short walk right across the street form the beach. So if Kihei Maui Condominiums for sale are what you are looking for Kamaole Sands is a great option. From this site you can also search all Kihei Maui oceanfront condominiums for sale that Kihei has to offer  www.nickensmaui.com/kiheicondos.php . If you have any questions or want to be on an email list for newest condos currently on the market contact Steven.

Here are the sales report for what has sold in Kamaole Sands this year.

CMA Summary Report

 Aloha,

Steven Nickens

The Wailea Group LLC.

3750 Wailea Alanui suite 5WE

Wailea, Maui, Hi 96753

www.nickensmaui.com

Email: nickens@maui.net

The Dollar is Back!

The dollar is back as global market fears rise.  The Euro was said to be 30% over valued and now we are seeing the rest of the world markets looking to the dollar for a safe place.  With the rise of the dollar we are seeing oil per barrel dropping to $113 barrel.  Haven't seen the effects of cheaper oil in Maui. Motivated by a stronger dollar, foreign markets look to dollar as the Pound and the Euro are slipping.

So how will this affect the US housing market, we will see.  For the foreign buyer his cash becomes a little weaker as the dollar gains momentum.  So this is a good time for foreign buyers to step up to the plate for Maui real estate or other business or vacation destination. With the demand in the US for cutting back on gasoline and conserving energy there is a lesser demand for oil.  So we will see how this all shakes out in the days to come.  I am hoping this will be a positive gain for housing market.  The rising dollar will bring down the cost of imports to this country. This hopefully will chill out oil spectators as the price of oil cools off. This is a great time with election to put pressure on our elective officials to help makes us energy sufficient. Increase wind, solar and drilling our own oil so that we are not dependent on foreign oil.

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Steve Nickens