Kaanapali Golf Estates 
Thanksgiving 2019
Hau'oli La Ho'omaika'i
Thanksgiving Makahiki
Long before the Puritans went sailing to Plymouth Rock,  "Makahiki"  was a Hawaiian harvest celebration that ran from November thru February. Fast forward to 1849.  In an effort to strengthen relations between Hawaii and America, King Kamehameha III declared December 31st a national holiday of Thanksgiving. Why not November? Well, Hawaii already had a holiday called  La Kuokoa  at the end of the month.  So even with a different date, Thanksgiving became official in Hawaii 14 years before President Abraham Lincoln declared it the national holiday it is now. 
LOCAL MAUI NEWS
Aloha Fellow Kaanapali Golf Estate Owners,  

Traveling over the Thanksgiving holiday?  You're not alone. According to AAA you'll be joining 55 million Americans.  Interestingly enough, according to that same report Maui was listed among the top US Thanksgiving destinations! *  If you  happen to be going through the Kahului Airport southern terminal, you might not find a place to sit and
l-o-n-g lines for the restrooms.  And while this news might not help you for your current holiday travels, there are plans to spend $36 million to enclose the open air southern concourse and add 400 more seats and extra bathrooms.

Has it been a while since you rode a bike?  Could you use a little push ... a little oomph? Now, don't get upset ... I fall into the category too.  Well now if the desire moves us, we'll be able to bike around Haleakala National Park too - with an assist from the newly allowed e-bikes.   An e-bike refers to a 2 or 3 wheeled cycle with a battery powered "assist".  This does not apply to electric mopeds, scooters or motorcycles.

Thousands of vehicle owners across the state might want to check their mailboxes for a "driving report" study.  It's all about a proposed road usage charge.  The state is looking into charging an undetermined fee per mile to replace the current 16-cents per gallon fuel tax.  As vehicles have become more fuel efficient, the gas tax has become less profitable. 
        CURRENT MARKET ANALYSIS
Hula Turkey
Sales of resort homes in Hawaii are forecast to increase by 5% this year, despite fewer sales in the first half of the year.  Among the Islands, Maui had the most sales in 2018, but Kauai is poised to take over that spot this year predicting 572 resort sales.  Maui is forecast to be second with 518 sales. 

And what's going on with hotels?  While hotel demand is dropping on every other major Hawaiian island, Maui demand is fueling a wild development cycle that could add 10 or more new hotels.  Some of the development is going into traditional markets like Wailea, where 3 hotel projects are planned, and Kihei, where there are also 3 in the works. Maui's hotel market is so hot that even Kahului - an ancillary market - could see 3 projects move forward.  And there's talk of at least one, maybe two hotels going up in small-town Wailuku.

Looking only at Maui sales, there were 104 single-family homes sold last month, an 18.2% increase from 88 sold in October 2018.  The median price of those homes was $732,000, a 5.5% decline from $774,223 in October 2018.  The median price of a condo on Maui in October increased 3.2% to $515,800 from $500,000.  That number was based on sales of 132 units, 1.5% fewer than the 134 units sold in October last year.

Taking a look at year-to-date figures, the median price of single-family homes through the end of October was $745,000 an increase of 5.7% from $705,000.  The number of homes sold in the first 10 months of the year was 2.1% lower.   Year-to-date figures on condos, saw a 3.8% increase in median price of $518,000 from $499,000 in the first 10 months of 2018.  Condo sales declined by 5.3%.

Now l et's take a look at the Kaanapali Golf Estates :

VACANT LAND

Status
Address
List $
Sq Ft
Sold $
Close
GENERAL
no listings
KAHUA KAI
no listings
SUMMIT
Active
195 Welau Way
375,000
10,790
Active
165 Welau Way
395,000
10,574
Active
411 Wekiu Pl
419,000
11,112
Sold
166 Welau Way
599,000
12,867
555,000
10/02/19
PINNACLE
Active
45 E. Mahi Pua Pl
625,900
19,651
Active
28 W Mahi Pua Pl
700,000
20,586
LANIKEHA
Active
627 Anapuni Lp
395,000
12,117
Active
607 Anapuni Lp
395,000
12,630
Active
647 Anapuni Lp
399,500
12,081
Active
704 Anapuni Lp
435,000
11,927
Active
995 Anapuni Pl
460,000
20,299
Active
110 Lewa Lani Pl
475,000
13,072
Active
27 Kaulele PL
475,000
12,071
Active
65 Lolii Pl
525,000
20,617
Active
447 Anapuni Lp
550,000
30,880
Active
1015 Anapuni Lp
585,000
21,192
Active
85 Lolii Pl
585,000
29,316
Active
377 Anapuni Lp
599,000
21,192
Active
955 Anapuni Pl
639,000
20,611
Active
444 Anapuni Lp
749,000
41,166
Active
484 Anapuni Lp
785,000
41,048
Active
25 Lolii Pl
849,000
20,219
Active
584 Anapuni Lp
875,000
54,280
Active
344 Anapuni Lp
875,000
56,192
Active
564 Anapuni Lp
895,000
43,643
Active
224 Anapuni Lp
995,000
40,816
Active
184 Anapuni Lp
995,000
43,342
Escrow
50 Lewa Lani Pl
395,000
10,907
Sold
68 Keahilili Pl
435,000
26,266
435,000
08/08/19
Sold
45 Lolii Pl
425,000
20,417
400,000
06/28/19
Sold
87 Kaulele Pl
500,000
14,417
500,000
10/30/19
Sold
404 Anapuni Lp
715,000
40,862
695,000
02/22/19



RESIDENTIAL

Status
Address
List $
Bd
Ba
Sold $
Close
Active
324 Aalii Way
2,225,000
3
3.5
Active
365 Kului Way
1,999,000
4
3.5
Active
312 Aalii Way
2,450,000
4
3.5
Active
180 Kalaihi Pl
2,570,000
4
4
Active
320 S Ulukoa Pl
2,995,000
4
5.5
Escrow
300 Aalii Way
2,290,000
4
3.5
Sold
229 Amakihi Way
1,690,000
4
4
1,535,000
10/18/19
Sold
361 Aalii Way
1,539,800
4
4
1,236,922
09/16/19
Sold
346 Aalii Way
1,400,000
3
2.5
1,380,000
07/02/19
Sold
241 Amakihi Way
1,835,000
4
3.5
1,835,000
02/07/19
KAHUA KAI
Sold
50 Kahua Kai Pl
3,495,000
3
4
3,250,000
11/04/19
Sold
18 Kahua Kai Pl
3,299,000
3
3.5
3,100,000
06/26/19
SUMMIT
Active
211 Wahi Oli Way
1,550,000
3
3
Active
407 Wekiu Pl
2,495,000
3
4
Active
384 Wekiu Pl
2,375,000
3
3.5
Escrow
215 Wahi Oli Way
1,795,000
3
3
Sold
211 Welau Way
2,395,000
3
3.5
2,200,000
04/15/19
PINNACLE
Active
56 W. Mahi Pua Pl
5,750,000
5
5
Escrow
98 W. Mahi Pua Pl
2,850,000
3
5
Sold
94 W. Mahi Pua Pl
3,895,000
5
4.5
3,750,000
05/03/19
Sold
23 W. Mahi Pua Pl
3,595,000
5
5.5
3,428,000
02/28/19
LANIKEHA
Active
697 Anapuni Lp
1,999,997
3
3
Active
297 Anapuni Lp
3,995,000
4
4.5
Active
227 Anapuni Lp
3,995,000
4
4.5
Active
204 Anapuni Lp
4,600,000
4
4.5
Active
49 Keahilele Pl
3,987,000
4
3.5
Sold
970 Anapuni Pl
3,500,000
4
3.5
3,175,000
10/30/19
Sold
577 Anapuni Lp
2,600,000
3
3.5
2,400,000
08/26/19
Sold
267 Anapuni Lp
4,975,000
5
4.5
4,500,000
08/15/19



THE VINTAGE

Status
Unit
Bd
Ba
List $
Sold $
Close
Active
57
3
2.5
1,069,000
Active
61
2
2.5
1,125,000
Active
19
3
2.5
1,150,000
Active
28
3
3
1,425,000
Escrow
44
3
3
1,100,000
Sold
141
3
2.5
995,000
950,000
09/10/19
Sold
21
3
2.5
999,999
890,999
08/30/19
Sold
130
3
2.5
1,200,000
1,050,000
09/30/19
Sold
124
3
2.5
1,300,000
1,200,000
04/18/19
Sold
139
3
2.5
1,325,000
1,325,000
06/05/19
Sold
29
3
3
1,449,999
1,425,000
10/25/19

Figures from Realtors Association of Maui
FEATURED LISTINGS

The Summit
Vacant Lot
165 Welau Way
$395,000

Parcel A-9 at 165 Welau Way is located at the end of the quiet Welau cul-de-sac within the exclusive double gated subdivision of  The Summit at Kaanapali Golf Estates.  This pacific ocean and West Maui Mountain view lot is ready to be built on.  The level ground topography makes this parcel near shovel ready.  The home site allows for a large residence up to two stories to be built including landscaping, pool and Jacuzzi.  The parcel is approximately 10,574 square feet and one of the few remaining buildable parcels available in the community.  The Summit is a relaxing and carefree golf-cart friendly neighborhood a short ride from the world famous Kaanapali Beach and Resort.  This neighborhood is great for both full time residents and vacation home owners.  Kaanapali is where the world comes to play.
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320 S Ulukoa Place
4 Bedroom   5.5 Bath
$2,995,000

320 South Ulukoa is a Premium Resort Home located at the top of South Ulukoa and at the end of the private cul-de-sac inside the secure gates of Kaanapali Golf Estates.   Each of the 4 bedrooms have their own full bathroom; the large master suite has a private lanai, sitting area, and walk-in closet.  The private pool and spa patio was designed to include a 65-foot lap pool and be accessed from the kitchen, living room and dining room.  The lush landscaping  appears to flow seamlessly into the golf course.   Additional amenities include a 3-car garage, PV Solar System, and an Outdoor pool shower and bath.  The home is being sold fully furnished.
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324 Aalii Way
3 Bedroom   3.5 Bath
   $2,225,000

324 Aalii Way is located behind the gates of the highly sought after Kaanapali Golf Estates.  Year round ocean, sunset, and outer island views can be enjoyed at this nearly 5,000 sf estate,  The main living area allows for single level living with the master bedroom, kitchen, living and dining rooms, pantry, and laundry all on the same floor.  An elegant curved stairway takes you down to a family room, second master, and guest bedrooms.  The downstairs provides direct access to the outdoor covered lanais, waterfalls, pool, raised hot tub, and seated grotto. 

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The Summit
215 Wahi Oli Way
Single Level   3 Bedroom 
  $1,795,000  IN ESCROW!
 
215 Wahi Oli Place is located behind the double gates of the Kaanapali Golf Estates and The Summit.  This home boasts direct west views to Molokai and Lanai with year round sunsets and winter whale watching.  Lot 17 is a single level home with two master suites and a third guest bedroom.  Experience ocean and island views from the formal master bedroom, living room, dining room, and kitchen.  The home features a pool, spa, outdoor kitchen with direct gas, bonus workout room, Subzero stainless steel appliances with gas stove, refrigerator drawers, Subzero wine cooler and much more.  Surrounded by grass lawns and resort style landscaping, Summit 17 feels bright and inviting.  Homes in The Summit Phase I are rarely available and the association dues cover the exterior paint and pressure washing, roof, all landscaping, insurance, pest control, and pool and spa maintenance.  Secure, safe and located in the Kaanapali Resort, The Summit is a short golf cart ride to all that Kaanapali has to offer.  Home is being sold fully furnished.

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The Pinnacle
56 W Mahi Pua Pl
5 Bedrooms, 5 Baths
$5,750,000

The Pinnacle Residence 27 offers the best of the highly sought after Ka'anapali Lifestyle' including golf cart routes to the white sand beaches below. West facing, gated, fully landscaped, over 8,000 Sq Ft under roof and perched high above the 8th fairway of the Ka'anapali Kai Golf Course, this estate experiences both dynamic year round sunsets and complete privacy. All of the main living space is on the upper level including the garage and main entry. Stunning panoramas of outer islands Molokai and Lanai can be enjoyed from the master bedroom wing, living room, kitchen, great room and pool deck. Smooth sliding large glass pocket doors line the West wall of the upper level opening up to the outdoor covered pool deck, infinite pool, spa, kitchen and bar. An outdoor shower, Jacuzzi bath tub, generous walk-in closet and a multi shower-head indoor shower make for a master bathroom worth envying. The lower level acts as the guest quarters and entertainment zone boasting an over-sized movie theater, large grass lawn, outdoor covered deck, workout room, tasting room and more. Built in 2009 with the finest finishes and materials along with complete solar panels, five air conditioning zones and a Lutron 'Smart Home' system, Residence 27 cannot be compared. 
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      TRAVEL
Southwest Airlines  just announced new nonstop flights from San Diego to Hawaii.  Flights from San Diego to Kahului Maui will begin April 14, 2020 and between San Diego and Honolulu on April 20, 2020.  Southwest currently flies to Hawaii from Oakland and San Jose, and just began flying out of Sacramento earlier this month.

Hawaiian Airlines is not selling tickets for their expanded service between Honolulu and Tokyo Haneda Airport for it's 3rd daily nonstop flight beginning  March 28, 2020.  The new route will add to Hawaiian's current total of 31 weekly nonstop flights between Hawaii and Japan.  This Tuesday they will also launch 4 weekly flights between Fukuoka and Honolulu.

 
TOURISM

Visitors to Hawaii spent a total of $13.35 billion in the first 3 quarters of this year ... about the same as last year.  However, on Maui both visitor spending (+0.8% to $3.85 billion) and visitor arrivals (+4.7% to 2,321,871) increased compared to a year ago. *  The  supply, demand and occupancy rate of vacation rental units throughout the state were all up year-over-year in September compared to the same period last year.  Maui recorded the highest number of vacation rental units, with supply up 24% to nearly 313,000 units.  Demand was also up 33% to more than 226,000 for an occupancy rate of 72%.  *  And speaking of vacation rentals, Airbnb reached an agreement to share thousands of Hawaii host records with the state. With that data, the state aims to collect taxes from vacation rental operators who it says have not been paying taxes.

Listen, if you have friends or family coming for a visit, don't let them get stuck with the high cost of staying in a hotel.  Have them check out  M aui Beachfront Rentals .  They can get a fully furnished condo or home complete with kitchen, laundry, and free parking ... all things you either can't get - or pay thru the nose for at hotels.  And of course they'll enjoy all the amenities of a Resort! 

Now, if you own a property that you'd like to make income on when you're not using it, do what I do and check out  MBR .  They take all the hassle out of it for you like taking care of the taxes so you don't have to worry.  And they market the heck out of your place with extra advertising on sites like VRBO, HomeAway, Flip Key and others ... all at no additional cost.
      MORTGAGES
Dean Rathbun  of  Avis Mortgage  says interest rates are on hold for now - Federal Reserve officials have indicated as much and the market believes it - but the state of affairs could be fleeting amid an ever-changing set of economic conditions.  Pretty much everyone is convinced the Fed is finished for 2019, a year in which it cut its benchmark rate three times.  what happens in 2020, is open to wide interpretation.  Several Wall Street experts think the central bank will have to cut at least once more in 2020, with some expecting as many as 3 quarter-point reductions.

Mortgage applications are at their highest since late September.  The refinance index is 188% higher than this same period one year ago.  And I don't have to tell you about the mortgage rates - they are really low.
MAUI HAPPENINGS    
Banyan Tree Lighting

Every Sunday: Maui Gift & Craft Fair Lahaina Gateway Center 9-2 
Every Monday: Maui Cruise n' Crafts Fair Maui Mall 10-3
Every Sunday thru Dec: Lahaina Arts Festival  Cannery Mall

11/25-27:  Maui Invitational Basketball Championships  info
11/28: Happy Thanksgiving!
11/28:  Turkey Trot 10k Run   details


Maui Arts & Cultural Center  tickets
11/25: SUP Film Fest - World Tour
11/29-30 & 12/01: Eric Gilliom - One Man Show
12/01: Maui Choral Arts  holiday music
12/02: An EnCHANTing Evening of Kirtan
12/07: Miranda Lambert in concert
12/10: Na Mele O Maui   children's song & art
12/13: Rebelution   reggae band
12/14: Ron Artis II & the Truth   heart & soul music
12/15: Maui Pops Orchestra  HOLIDAY POPS
12/20:  The Kingston Trio  concert
12/20-21:  The Nutcracker
12/27: Solo Sessions:  Steve Earle
12/28: JP Sears  A Night of Conscious Comedy
12/28: WAR in concert
12/29:  Tom Segura Comedy Special
12/30: 9th Annual Bill Maher New Years Comedy - with Sarah Silverman & Bobby Slayton


Maui Onstage - Iao Theater   tickets
11/29-12/15: Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical
12/21-22: Maui Chamber Orchestra Holiday Concert
01/04/20: Pauly Shore
1/23-26:  Maui Fringe Theater Festival 2020
2/28-3/15: A Chorus Line
4/24-5/10: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
7/10-8/2: Priscilla Queen of the Desert  musical


ProArts Playhouse Kihei    tickets
12/19-22: The Reluctant Elf

***    Holiday Festivities   *** 
                                                
11/30, 12/7, 12/14: Volunteer to assemble bikes for needy Maui children, tools provided
                                     Krank Cycles at the old Lowes building, 270 Dairy Rd  9am-2pm
12/04:  Hui Holidays 1st Night Celebration  info

GRAND WAILEA:
12/1: Tree Lighting Ceremony 5-7pm
12/14: Breakfast with Santa 7-10:30am
12/22-30: Hanukka at Sunset  Lobby Menorah
12/24: Santa Arrives by outrigger canoe 9-11am

LAHAINA CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES 12/7
Campbell Park
Maui Made Holiday Gift Fair 9am
Santa Arrives at 2pm
Free kid photos with Santa 2-4pm
Kid Activities noon - 4pm
22nd Annual Lighting of the Lahaina Banyan Tree 6:30pm

FAIRMONT KEA LANI WAILEA
12/22-30: Hanukkah  hotel lobby
12/24: Santa arrives via outrigger canoe Noon-1pm  Polo Beach


You read above how Maui is one of the top destinations in America during Thanksgiving.  Well, that holds true through Christmas too!  The Island will be swarming with folks who do not want to go back home.  They just wish they could have a piece of paradise of their very own.    If you'd like to see what your property is worth in this market, we 'd be more than happy to provide you with a free, no obligation, confidential assessment of your property.  Likewise, if you want to take advantage of these crazy low interest rates, and you're interested in adding to your real estate portfolio, let us know.   As owner of Berkshire Hathaway Maui Properties I have over 30 years experience in the Maui market with sales approaching $2 billion!  We a re the  only  Berkshire Hathaway Real Estate Brokerages on Maui. Our offices are located in Lahaina-Kapalua and Wailea-Makena.  I'm available to you 7 days a week.  

Happy Thanksgiving,

Alex, Leslee, and John
Your Kaanapali Specialists

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