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About Joe Castaneda
It is with great pleasure that Joe welcomes you to Hawaii, and to his website. With years of experience in the market, he knows how crucial it is for you to find relevant, up-to-date information. The search is over. His website is designed to be your one-stop shop for real estate in Hawaii.
This is the moment that you should enjoy the most; looking at the available properties in Hawaii; imagining yourself living in the home that you have always dreamed about. You don’t want just another database that gives you rehashed property descriptions. You want to walk around the neighborhood from the comfort of your own home. You want to get a clear picture about life in Hawaii.
That is exactly what you get here. This website has been built with you in mind. From the highest quality property images to the most informative guides and blogs, he is here to make your home buying or selling experience smooth and stress-free.
Nationally recognized as one of the top performing agents nationwide in the BHGRE brand, Principal Broker, Joe Castaneda is based out of the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage Realty West offi ce in Kapolei but serves Oahu clients islandwide. With over 10 years of combined real estate and mortgage experience Joe possesses a unique real estate perspective and is consistently a top performing real estate agent on Oahu.
From an early age, Joe saw the real estate process from a client perspective as his family moved throughout Hawaii and California over two dozen times. A former mortgage loan originator and graduate of the Shidler College of Business at UH Manoa with a double major in Finance and International Business, he brings a wealth of fi nancial knowledge and insight to every transaction.
After a short time in lending he transitioned back into a real estate career at BHGRE Advantage Realty’s Kahala offi ce and moved to their Kapolei offi ce after obtaining his broker’s license where he is currently the Principal Broker. Besides running a successful real estate business, Joe mentors and trains top producing agents at the company and takes pride in their successes in the industry. An active member of the real estate community and Treasurer of YPN, he enjoys giving back to the industry and connecting with Oahu’s next generation of agents.
“Joe is very knowledgeable, easy to work with and most importantly, he really listened to our concerns and patiently answered all the million questions we had. He really accommodated our needs and he made the sale a smooth process despite the short timeline and during this uncertain time of the pandemic. We highly recommend Joe to anyone and everyone, either selling or buying! We’re truly grateful for all his help!”-JON B. (SELLER)
“Joe Castaneda sets himself apart from other agents as an outstanding professional that has tailored his craft. He’s always available and provides legitimate advice that can be used to make decisions. He will absolutely provide you with above and beyond service that makes purchasing a home feel simple and easy.”-RIKI R. (BUYER)
Client Reviews
Joe and his team were awesome throughout the entire process!!! They were quick to respond and attentive to our needs. I would definitely recommend Joe Castaneda to anyone in need of a realtor and without a doubt, I would work with him again.
– Cam HagiharaWhen we finally decided to purchase a home we wanted to make sure we got the best. My friend Sheryl referred Joe to us and we are soooo grateful and glad she did. Not only is he experienced, knowledgeable, friendly and professional, he has that ALOHA spirit. Working with Joe made us feel comfortable and the process of purchasing our brand new home soooo smooth. He helped make our dream a reality! We highly recommend Joe and his team!
– Rae & Mike RangelWorking with Joe and his team member, Stanley, was an exceptional experience. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication made the entire process seamless and stress-free. They truly listened to my needs and went above and beyond to find a location that met my requirements. I highly recommend Joe and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell their property.
– Vivien AuJoe Castaneda and Jason Lai have been working with me in my search of a home for several years. They were patient with me throughout the whole process and remained flexible through my changing needs throughout time. They gave me the comfort and reassurance I needed to go through with my home purchase. I would definitely recommend them to all my family and friends. I want to thank them again for all their help!
– Addison LiJoe Castaneda and the entire team at Better Homes and Gardens (Kapolei) were beyond awesome. Joe kept me informed and updated with every step with patience and great care. It was a very comfortable and reassuring experience. I am forever grateful, this whole transaction has been plesant and practically stress free.
– Simeon L ManginsaySelling and/or buying a home is in itself a stressful process but Joe made it a stress-free process. I have sold a home with Joe, bought a home with Joe, he is in the process of helping my brother purchase a home and will be selling our other home as well and believe that speaks volumes for Joe and his team. Joe's knowledge, professionalism, negotiating skills, communication skills, patience, his honesty, integrity and trustworthiness makes him an excellent real estate agent/broker and I am always happy that Joe is representing me.
– Vernon IkebeJoe Castaneda really provided a positive experience in the sale of our property. We have dealt with other Realtors in the past and no one came close to the services provisded by Joe. He helped minimized the stress of selling our condo and was pivotal in helping us achieve our goals.
– Reid F. , Honolulu, HII am thrilled to provide a testimonial for Joe Castaneda, the outstanding Realtor who guided me through purchasing my new construction condo. Joe's expertise and professionalism made the process smooth and stress-free. He meticulously reviewed the home inspection details, ensuring I was well-informed. Joe's attention to detail saved me from potential issues, and his accessibility and responsivene...
– Jason, HoopiliJoe, Jason, and the rest of the team were awesome! We appreciate how knowledgeable, professional, and accessible they are. Joe really advocates for his clients and I truly appreciate that especially during our roller coaster of selling our apartment! We are thankful to him and Jason for all that they have done for us and look forward in using their services when we are ready to buy a new home!
– Noelle A. KapoleiJoe Castanda is the Best in the business,, very detail oriented and knowledgeable. He goes above and beyond to help me.
– Wei Mei Hawaii KaiAwards
Why Work With Joe
Joe is passionate about his profession and has earned his broker’s license along with the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR) designations. He also volunteers and serves as chair of the Honolulu Board of Realtors Leeward Regional Group, Chair of the Young Professionals Network (YPN) of Oahu, and Vice-Chair of the Hawaii Association of Realtors (HAR) YPN.
No matter the size of the transaction Joe takes the same approach. Whether it’s never using a lockbox for listings or always recommending additional inspections for buyers, protecting his client’s interests is of the utmost importance.
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