🏝️ Maui Market in Gridlock: Is This 2008 Déjà Vu?
This month, condo and home sales on Maui have dipped below levels seen during the Great Recession — and that’s raising serious questions. Are we seeing a repeat of 2008, or are we entering entirely new territory? In this episode, Lahina Lee breaks down the numbers, the inventory surge, and the growing disconnect between buyer caution and seller expectations. We also dive into Bill 9, the proposed legislation that could reshape vacation rental rights in apartment-zoned properties — and what that means for investors and homeowners alike.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or just trying to make sense of Maui’s shifting real estate landscape, this one’s for you.

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🌺 Aloha, and thanks for tuning in!

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Keller Williams Realty Maui
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In this episode of The Maui Real Estate Advisor, Lahaina Lee breaks down the latest data on Maui's condo market—and the results may surprise you. With short-term rental rights under threat and tourism still recovering, how are hotel-zoned condos holding up compared to apartment-zoned properties?

You’ll learn:

• The real difference in sales volume, pricing, and time on market
• Why apartment-zoned condos are selling faster—despite legal uncertainty
• What buyers and sellers need to know before making a move
• How HOA fees, inventory levels, and shifting perceptions are reshaping the landscape

Whether you’re a current owner, a prospective buyer, or just trying to make sense of a volatile market, this episode offers a grounded, data-driven look at two very different sides of Maui real estate.

📩 Have questions or feedback? Email Lee@AlohaPotts.com
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🌺 Aloha, and thanks for tuning in!

**If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui

Lee Potts
RB-20663
(808) 276-8776

Keller Williams Realty Maui
RB-21851
(808) 270-1046

Is It Time to Say Aloha to Your Maui Vacation Rental? Let’s Talk 1031.

Whether you're thinking about selling your vacation rental condo on Maui — or dreaming of exchanging into a lifestyle property here in paradise — this episode is for you.

In today’s show, Lahaina Lee breaks down the do’s and don’ts of using a 1031 exchange to reposition your real estate portfolio, defer capital gains taxes, and create a lifestyle with more freedom, joy, and long-term value.

You’ll learn:
🌺 What qualifies (and disqualifies) a vacation property for a 1031
📊 How to maximize ROI — both financially and emotionally
🏖️ Real-world examples of clients exchanging into Maui condos or out to mainland investments
🏡 The IRS rules on personal use, rental income, and replacement property timing
💼 Why some investors trade “toilets and tenants” for sunsets and simplicity

Whether your next move is toward Maui or away from it, this episode helps you think strategically about what’s next for your real estate — and your lifestyle.

**If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui

Lee Potts
RB-20663
(808) 276-8776

Keller Williams Realty Maui
RB-21851
(808) 270-1046

Maui Real Estate Advisor Market Report – May 2025 | Lahaina Lee
Welcome to the May edition of the Maui Real Estate Advisor Market Report with Lahaina Lee. In this episode, we're diving deep into what’s really going on in Maui—recovery, regulation, real estate, and resilience.

Here's what we cover:

Lahaina Recovery Update
• The latest numbers on rebuilding permits, construction, and what’s actually getting DONE
• Mayor Bissen’s new loan program for middle-income homeowners
• The frustrating standstill on Front Street recovery

Short-Term Rental Showdown
• Maui County Bill #9 and the fight over 7,000+ legal vacation rentals
• Polls show overwhelming public support for legal rentals
• What UHERO and top economists are warning lawmakers about

Tourism: Still Down but Climbing
• Visitor counts and spending stats post-2023 wildfires
• Why inflation might be inflating our hopes
• What it all means for local businesses and Maui’s economy

Real Estate by the Numbers
• Condo sales rise (barely), but prices drop sharply
• Inventory builds while pending sales dip
• Single-family homes show strength with rising sales and prices
• The luxury market cools as winter fades—but opportunities remain

Whether you’re a buyer, seller, investor, or just love Maui, this market report gives you the context and clarity to make smart decisions. And yeah—maybe pour yourself a Mai Tai.

**If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui

Lee Potts

RB-20663

(808) 276-8776

Keller Williams Realty Maui

RB-21851

Already know the basics of 1031 exchanges? In this follow-up episode, Lahina Lee takes it to the next level—breaking down five key reasons investors choose to make a move. From unlocking equity and upgrading portfolios to helping family and passing on a tax-efficient legacy, this episode is about strategy, timing, and heart—Maui style.

💬 Got questions or comments? Drop them below — I’d love to hear from you.
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Mahalo for watching, and until next time — be well, be happy, and aloha from the greatest island in the world.

**If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui

Lee Potts

RB-20663

(808) 276-8776

Keller Williams Realty Maui

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🌺 Buying or selling investment property on Maui? Why pay more in taxes than you have to? 🌺
In this episode, we break down how savvy investors are using the often-overlooked 1031 exchange to reinvest smarter, defer capital gains taxes, and build long-term wealth—Maui style. From swapping struggling properties for stronger markets to the nitty-gritty of timelines and tax benefits, we’ve got your 1031 questions covered.

💬 Got questions or comments? Drop them below — I’d love to hear from you.
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Mahalo for watching, and until next time — be well, be happy, and aloha from the greatest island in the world.

**If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui

Lee Potts

RB-20663

(808) 276-8776

Keller Williams Realty Maui

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All about real estate financing for condos in Hawaii.

New episodes every Tuesday! If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui

4 PART SERIES of 4 things you need to know about owning a condo on Maui:

1. Condo Associations (AKA HOAs or AOAOs) on Maui

2. Rental Company Management Agreements

3. Form of land tenure – leasehold vs. fee simple

4. Limits to financing condo purchases on Maui *THIS EPISODE*

Lee Potts

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(808) 276-8776

Keller Williams Realty Maui

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🌺 Aloha from Maui! It’s Lahaina Lee with your April 2025 Maui Real Estate Advisor Update 🌺

**If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui

Welcome to this month’s edition where we break down the latest on Maui’s real estate market, visitor trends, and economic insights — with a splash of straight talk and local heart.

🏠 In this episode, we cover:

The uneven recovery of Lahaina and Maui’s construction progress

Eye-opening visitor stats: down in numbers, up in spending?

Struggles of local businesses and vacation rental owners

Condo and single-family home sales, inventory, and pricing trends

Why it’s officially a buyer’s market in many parts of Maui

Practical advice for sellers and buyers navigating today’s market

📊 Whether you're a homeowner, buyer, investor, or just curious about what's happening on the island, this update gives you the real deal — no sugar-coating, just insight and aloha.

💬 Got questions or comments? Drop them below — I’d love to hear from you.
👍 Like what you heard? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe so you never miss an update.

Mahalo for watching, and until next time — be well, be happy, and aloha from the greatest island in the world.

Lee Potts

RB-20663

(808) 276-8776

Keller Williams Realty Maui

RB-21851

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