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Conditional & Final Approval - Home Financing Hurdles
Conditional and Final Loan Approval. These are two of the largest hurdles for a buyer in a financed transaction. Work with a good ...
Realtors Are Not...
Real estate requires many professionals. It's easy for some agents to cross the line of what they can advise on. “How much will I ...
Asking Sellers for Credits or Repairs?
Credits or Repairs? This is an age old question. While I typically lean towards a credit for my buyers there are some instances ...
How a $250 AC Inspection Saved Us $5,000!
Sometimes a $250 inspection can turn into a $5000 credit. The Air Conditioning system is such a big component of a home that ...
How Do You Submit an Offer on a Property?
1-1.5 hours is the average time it takes me to review an offer with a client for the first time. It amazes me when I go over an offer ...
What Happens When Your Appraisal Comes in Low?
Know your options when it comes to a low appraisal. If the buyer can no longer get the loan they applied for with the lender then ...
Parking Stalls Accuracy and Diligence
A parking stall can add value to your property or decrease it. Make sure you and your realtor confirm the parking stall(s) when ...
What's a Final Walk Through in the Home Buying Process?
This is your last chance!! Your last chance to see a property before you purchase is your final walkthrough. Make sure you test and ...
Did you get an AC inspection when you purchased your home?
Did your Realtor recommend one? This is an inspection that is commonly overlooked, especially when buying a “newer” home.
How do you find a listing agent?
Home Sellers use an agent that they did not use to help them buy. If you're looking for an agent that: 1. Is knowledgeable 2.
Avoid HOA Fines
Associations can be great and a well run association can help keep or increase the value of your property over time. One big thing ...
0% Down Payment Loans
0% Down Payment loans - The average down payment of a first time home buyer nationwide was 6% in 2022. This means that ...
Multiple Offer Situations
Some neighborhoods are seeing listings stack up and less competition but others are staying competitive due to low inventory.
Building Permit Packages
Did you pull a building permit package when you bought your home? Many buyers don't. Permits are required for electrical ...
Most Realtors Negotiate Incorrectly #realestate #homebuyers #hawaiirealtor
Most realtors negotiate FOR their client instead of BEHALF of their client. Correct me if I'm wrong. I've heard countless times “what ...
Declutter Advice #declutter #realestate #homeselling
Decluttering can be one of the hardest parts of selling a property. Some of my clients have lived in their homes for 20+ years and ...
Signing Day Expectations #homebuying #realestate #signingday
Congratulations to future homeowners! Here's what you'll need to bring for your signing appointment.
Buyers Asking For Credits and Repairs
The majority of offers on properties that have sat on the market for longer than 2 weeks are receiving offers from buyers asking for ...
Home Sellers Don't Need to Sell #realestate #homesellers #homeownership
Many sellers are not looking to sell anytime soon! Of course some owners will be looking to sell due to life changes but many of ...
Renovate For The Masses #homerenovations #listingagent #realestate
LVT throughout the entire home and stand up showers in every bathroom may seem like good ideas for you but these don't work ...
Most Buyers Rely Too Much on Home Inspectors #realestate #homeinspection #hawaiirealtor
Make sure you take the time to do your due diligence! A property could need additional inspections by experts in a certain field.
On Island Moving #hawaiimoving #hawaiirealestate #movingtohawaii
I'm not a moving expert but I have moved over 20 times in my life. Spend the time packing all of your belongings into boxes or ...
Housing Payments Can Go Up #realestate #homebuyingtips #hawaiirealestate
Your payments do not change unlike rent! That's something that a lot of people have told first time home buyers. Which is true ...
I Never Use a Lockbox #realestate #homelisting #hawaiirealtor
Part 2: I never use a lockbox when listing a property. I've heard many takes on this throughout my career but I'll let you decide.
About Joe Castaneda
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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.
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Joe Castaneda: Top Performer O'AHU 2022
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)