<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Wailea Hawaii Real Estate News &amp; Listings Presented By The Wailea Group, LLC</title><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:49:02 GMT</lastBuildDate><item><title>LOVE at Grand Champions!</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/155-Wailea-Ike-Place-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/363063/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" />]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/155-Wailea-Ike-Place-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/155-Wailea-Ike-Place-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2011 19:25:07 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>World Class Residence &amp; Ohana</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/1080-Kahaapo-Loop-Kihei-Hawaii/images/index/332876/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">This  luxurious, top-of-the-line custom built three bedroom three and a half  bath home (could be converted to include 4th bedroom) comes with a  bright and expansive open floor plan for family or entertaining guests. &nbsp;</p>
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<p style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Features include: &nbsp;</p>
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<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Tigerwood hardwood floors &nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Travertine&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">African mahogany cabinets/baseboards &nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Crown mouldings &nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Solid Mahogany Entry Door&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Granite Counter Tops Throughout &nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Hammered Copper Double Apron Sink&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Island Prep Sink&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Kitchenaid/Dacor/Fisher Paykel appliances</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Large walk-in pantry&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Central Vac&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Luxurious Master Bath with Travertine Floors</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Large walk-in Closet with Built-in-Cabinets</li>
<li style="font-size: 24pt; text-align: justify; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Oversized Garage with Twelve foot Ceilings, perfect for the car enthusiast&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
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<p style="font-size: 26pt; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Enjoy  the meticulously maintained tropical landscaped yard completely  fenced  for the family pet. Did I mention it includes a 600 sq.ft.  detached  two bedroom cottage for extra income? A must see property!</p>
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<p style="font-size: 26pt; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">Call me today for your private showing! 808-385-7513&nbsp;</p>
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<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; font-size: 18pt;">The best kept secret</p>
<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; font-size: 18pt;">on Maui - only one home remains</p>
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<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;">At Papali Wailea, great design and very good value is getting noticed. With recent sales activity at Papali, only Home 19 remains. This home lives large with high ceilings, open floor plans, private lanais, and sunset views. All set in a lush ten-acre garden setting, this community of 24 single-family homes, offers neighborhood amenities, a fitness pavilion, stunning infinity edge pool and lots of room to relax for an hour or a day. Come visit Home 19 and experience the custom design and beautiful views. Whether you are around the corner or a world away, now is the best time to visit Papali.</p>
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<p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; font-size: 11pt;">Visit Papali Wailea for a personal tour, Tel 808. 385.7513 For more information or to request a DVD and information packet, please call&nbsp; Joanne Noruzi R(B) at <span style="color: #ff6600;">808.385.7513</span> or e-mail <span style="color: #ff6600;">Joanne@YourMauiHomeConnection.com</span>. On the web at www.PapaliWailea.com</p>
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</div>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Only-One-Home-Remains-at-Papali-Wailea</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Only-One-Home-Remains-at-Papali-Wailea</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Maui Home Sales, May 2011</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maui, Hawaii is one of Americas favorite vacation spots which makes it the perfect placed for a second vacation home. The Realtors Association of Maui puts the average family home at $681,682 verses $672,575 last year. It is a great time to purchase a home or condo on Maui since the prices have remained flat with some areas still declining. Oceanfront luxury homes and condos on Maui are at an all time value. This month we have the Maui Film Festival in Wailea. There's a great line up with lots of special events. Here's the link to their website.&nbsp;</p>
<p>http://www.mauifilmfestival.com/</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Maui-Home-Sales-May-2011</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Maui-Home-Sales-May-2011</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jun 2011 15:50:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Best Places for Second Homes</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Barron's just rated Makena, Maui one of the best places in the world for a second home. In seeking out these havens, Barron's looked for beauty, comfort, convenience and value. The majority of the 15 locales that were voted in their annual rankings of best places for second homes climbed in prices. They also choose places they believed had hit bottom and are rising or are ready to rise. Barron's is reporting that the average 2009 price of a home in Wailea/Makena was $1.5 million and for 2010 the average price was $1.7 million. If your ready for your home in paradise call me today and don't forget your flip flops.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Best-Places-for-Second-Homes</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Best-Places-for-Second-Homes</guid><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:19:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Retail Develpment Site "Piilani Promende"</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Kihei is looking at two proposed projects that include a retail development and an outlet mall on 68 acres mauka (mountain side) of Piilani Highway. The development group Eclipse Development is proposing approximately 703,000 square feet of retail space and restaurant spaces and over 3,700 parking spaces. Some of the proposed retailers that have been mentioned are Target, Wal-mart and Home Depot. To view prospective site plans please visit <a title="Prospective Site Plans Kihei " href="http://www.fforealty.com/coming-soon-maui-outlet-center">http://www.fforealty.com/coming-soon-maui-outlet-center</a>. For more information please feel free to contact me at 808-385-7513 or Joanne@YourMauiHomeConnection.com</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/New-Retail-Develpment-Site-Piilani-Promende</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/New-Retail-Develpment-Site-Piilani-Promende</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Feb 2011 14:39:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lana'i Property Auction</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking for the best buy in Hawaii right now? There will be an auction of properties on the island of Lana'i Sunday, the 16th of January. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase these properties well below their original sale price. If you would like to be upcountry Lana'i in The Pines the starting bid is $435,000 for a 2bd/2ba or 3bd/3.5ba. Their previous asking prices started at $965,000. If you want to be closer to the beach there's the Terraces at Manele Bay starting at $695,000 or the Palms at Manele starting at $845,000. These properties originally started at $1,500,000 and $2,675,000 respectfully. All properties on Lana'i offer beautiful ocean views and serene living in a picture perfect resort setting. There 's world class golf opportunities and beach amenities.&nbsp; For further information please call me at 808-385-7513.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Lanai-Property-Auction</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Lanai-Property-Auction</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Jan 2011 13:50:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Beachfront Luxury in Makena</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/4950-Makena-Rd-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/277267/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Beachfront luxury residence at it's finest. Professionally furnishd and decorated, this elegant beachfront residential condominium offers the ultimate in Makena. Maui beachfront lifestyle situated only steps to a secluded white sandy beach. Amenities include full time resident manager offering exclusive concierge services for the discerning buyer desiring the comfort of a luxury private home. Turn key residence includes custom designed stone flooring, spacious gourmet kitchen including two dishwashers, refrigerator drawers, custom lighting throughout, central air conditioning, reverse osmosis water purification system, interior water feature, exterior water fall and pond, breathtaking beachfront entertaining area with year around sunsets also including built-in BBQ, fire pit, private pool &amp; spa, over sized covered lanai, two car garage with additional parking and much, much more. Makena Place features only ten oceanfront gated entry residential condominiums with private common roadway and tennis court. Originally listed as a residential listing #340263.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/4950-Makena-Rd-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/4950-Makena-Rd-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 21:44:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>King of the Hill in Wailea!</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/215-Heleuma-Place-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/277163/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Welcome to the best Wailea Kialoa ocean view home. This home has been meticulously maintained,&nbsp; comes fully furnished and turn-key. It's located&nbsp; at the top of Heleuma Street, a very exclusive and private setting at the end of the cul-de-sac. Curb appeal is evident with the beautiful custom designed pedestrian copper gate and electronically controlled dual auto copper gates. Wood flooring, new carpeting, newly upholstered furnishings and new window coverings throughout with "black out" shades in all bedrooms. Stunning ocean views from almost every room including pool, spa and pool cabana. Great character in a very peaceful Wailea setting. Call me today for your private showing.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/215-Heleuma-Place-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/215-Heleuma-Place-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 04:00:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Wailea Elua Beachfront Resort</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3600-Wailea-Alanui-Dr-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/277160/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Fully renovated and remodeled in 2009 with new flat screen TV's just added in larger 2bd/2ba. This Elua unit comes well appointed and decorated oceanview end unit, with 18" travertine flooring, crown moldings, new central a/c unit, extra living room window, 2 lanais and extra large double car garage. New gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, new bathrooms with free standing vanities,. One of Wailea's finest beachfront complexes. Grounds include gated and manned security, new beachfront pavillion, fitness center and tennis court. Enjoy the Maui lifestyle. Very short walk to a white sandy beach. Call me to see this unit for yourself. You won't be disappointed!</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3600-Wailea-Alanui-Dr-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3600-Wailea-Alanui-Dr-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2011 03:40:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Wailea's Premiere Residential Community</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3100-Wailea-Alanui-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/277020/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Papali Wailea is a truly unique 24 single family home community of exceptional construction quality. This is a low density enclave situated on a terraced 10.466 acre site providing expansive views. The single-story, copper-roofed homes with attached private garages and storage rooms feature a spacious 3bd/3ba floor plan, high volume ceilings, custom cabinetry, premium finishes, fixtures/hardware and appliances. Each residence allows privacy from neighbors and enjoys unparalleled common amenities including lush landscaping, an exquisite 75 foot infinity pool/spa pavilion and fitness center, and an on-site property manager. Call me today for details and a private showing. Please visit our Papali website at www.PapaliWaileaMaui.com.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3100-Wailea-Alanui-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3100-Wailea-Alanui-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2011 23:16:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Oceanfront Grandeur on Wailea's Gold Coast</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3400-Wailea-Alanui-Dr-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/277017/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Oceanfront Grandeur on Wailea Beach. The seller is motivated and negotiable. Situated in the heart of Wailea. This magnificent home with approx 5,360 sq. ft. of living area is a perfect Maui family retreat. Master suite offers spectacular ocean views. Top of the line custom finishes throughout. Enjoy indoor and outdoor living with the sound of the tropical stream just outside your lanai. All this is just steps away from your private pool and spa. Experience the best Wailea has to offer.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3400-Wailea-Alanui-Dr-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3400-Wailea-Alanui-Dr-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2011 23:08:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Oceanfront Luxury on Wailea Beach!</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3800-Wailea-Alanui-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/277014/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Oceanfront luxury! This fully furnished 4th floor 2bd/2ba unit offers unobstructed ocean and outer island views. Dramatic over sized doors open to a spacious lanai. Well appointed kitchen designed and built by Studio Becker. Sub Zero refrigerator, Gaggano cook top, viking exterior BBQ and more. Travertine flooring, granite/marble counter tops and limestone/marble bathrooms are just some of the interior finishes. Enjoy all the amenities you would expect including the white sand beaches and pristine waters of Wailea. Valet services, 24 hour security, tow swimming pools and two lounges for private events, an elegant and informal game room with well appointed kitchen and a state-of-the-art fitness center fully accessorized business center and a conference room are just some of the amenities.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3800-Wailea-Alanui-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/3800-Wailea-Alanui-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:36:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Wailea's Best Luxury Condo Value</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/93-4-Makakehau-St-Wailea-Hawaii/images/index/277006/0/t" title="" alt="" style="float:left; padding:3px;" /><p>Welcome to the best value in Wailea. This 3bd/3.5ba town home has been tastefully furnished with designer pieces that reflect the spirit of the Hawaiian Islands and is ready to go as a luxury rental or as your own private retreat. Featuring king beds in all of the bedroom suites, state of the art televisions and electronics, private elevator and a custom pool table- this luxury unit overlooks the pool and recreation center in building "G" which is just a short walk or even shorter ride in one of the Ho'olei electric shuttles. The attached garage is a convenience seldom found in condominium residences. Ho'olei's centerpiece is it's giant lagoon style pool with 19 foot waterfalls, swim-in grotto, two whirlool spas, childeren't pool with sandy beach entry and outdoor barbeque areas. There are kitchens and covered pavillions for pool side entertaining. Don't miss this opportunity!</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/93-4-Makakehau-St-Wailea-Hawaii</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/property/93-4-Makakehau-St-Wailea-Hawaii</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2011 22:04:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Should I Buy a Home Now?</title><description><![CDATA[<p>I'm often asked if this is a good time to buy a home.  Some clients are concerned that home prices may fall further than they have already.  They are assuming that the best course of action is to wait for the bottom in the market and then buy.  The problem with this approach is that you don't know where the bottom is until you see it in the rear view mirror, meaning until you've missed it!</p>
<p>Home prices are one factor in determining your cost of ownership, but so are interest rates and financing availability.  Even though interest rates have gone up in the last six months, they are still near historic lows.  Since your monthly mortgage payment is a combination of paying down your principal and paying the interest owed, if home prices come down a little further but interest rates   up, it could cost you even more to service a mortgage on an identical home!</p>
<p>While a home is a major investment, it is also the center of your personal life.  It's important to live in a home that reflects your taste and values, yet is within your financial "comfort zone."  To that end, it may be more important to lock in today's relatively low interest rates and low home prices, rather than to hope for a further break in prices in the future.</p>
<p>Please give me a call if I can be of any assistance in determining how much home you can afford in today's market.</p>]]></description><link>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Should-I-Buy-A-Home-Now</link><guid>http://www.yourmauihomeconnection.com/Blog/Should-I-Buy-A-Home-Now</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2010 16:13:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
