Property Management Blog

Multi-Family Guide 101: What You Need to Know in Kona

Home River Kona - Thursday, July 30, 2020

Buying multi-family properties in Kona is a great way to earn some money and establish some stability in your real estate investment portfolio. The right investment opportunity could show up as a duplex or a triplex, or a quad, or perhaps a small apartment building. The more ...

Multi Family vs. Single Family Big Island Rental Property Responsibilities

Home River Kona - Thursday, July 16, 2020

The Hawaiian real estate market is full of diverse Big Island investment opportunities. When you decide to buy a property that you’ll rent out, you can choose between single-family homes, luxury neighborhoods, and condos with a view. Or, you can select a multi-family buildi...

How to Convert Your Big Island Vacation Rental into a Long Term Rental

Home River Kona - Thursday, July 9, 2020

We consult with rental property owners all the time about whether short term vacation rentals are better than long term rentals. When it comes to earning stable investment income and regular cash flow, long term rentals are always better. Big Island vacation homes are easy to...

Should I Rent Out My Home as a Short Term Vacation Rental or a Kona Long Term Rental?

Home River Kona - Thursday, July 2, 2020

In the Kona rental market, owners have a decision about what to do with their investment properties. Is it better to rent out your property as a short term vacation rental or a long term residential home? We work with both types of properties, and we’ve found that it ...

2020 Waikoloa Real Estate Market Report

Home River Kona - Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Part of what we do as professional real estate and property management professionals in Hawaii is deliver information on market trends and statistics. We know that informed investors make better decisions when it comes to buying, selling, and renting out properties, and we’...

The Pros & Cons of Short-Term vs. Long-Term Rental Properties in Kona

Home River Kona - Thursday, June 18, 2020

Hawaii has always been a popular tourist destination. In Kona, we have gorgeous beaches and tons of recreation and water activities to keep tourists and residents busy all year long. With so much travel, many property owners wonder whether they should be renting out their h...

Hawaii Property Management for Hawaii Rental Homes: What Out-Of-State Owners Need to Know

Home River Kona - Sunday, June 7, 2020

In most rental markets, real estate investors and landlords who live out-of-state have the option of choosing a local property manager or taking care of their property on their own, from wherever they are. In Hawaii, the laws are a little bit different. Local property manageme...

Why Owners Choose Hawaiian Dream Properties as Their Full Service Property Management Company

Home River Kona - Thursday, June 4, 2020

Renter property owners looking for high quality property management in Kona, Waikoloa Village, Waimea, and throughout the Big Island turn to Hawaiian Dream for a number of reasons. We provide full-service management and leasing programs, and we also work with owners who rent ...

Buying a Home in Kona Hawaii

Home River Kona - Wednesday, April 29, 2020

You don't need a good reason to buy a home in Kona—but we can tell you there are plenty of excellent reasons to own property here! Whether you plan to retire here or you want to split your time between the Big Island and your home on the mainland, buying a home in Kona, Hawaii,...

What Is It Like to Own a Vacation Beach House in Hawaii?

Home River Kona - Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Taking a trip to Hawaii is a dream vacation for many people. When you own a vacation home on the Big Island, you make visits to the island a regular part of your lifestyle! What is it like to own a vacation beach house in Hawaii? When buying a Kona coast home to use for your v...