Yes, You Really Do Need a Realtor

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Find the home of your dreams—with the help of a Realtor and hicentral.com.

When looking for a new home, location and cost are often top priorities, and the two can be tricky to balance. Fortunately, there’s no need to go it alone: A Realtor can guide you through the entire process to find the perfect property for you.

And, thanks to the Honolulu Board of REALTORS, finding a Realtor is easier than ever. Visit hicentral.com to search from more than 6,000 local Realtors—you can even search for a Realtor by languages spoken and professional designations held. You can also browse properties for sale and rent across Oahu from your desktop or mobile device, as well as view the most current open houses.

Realtors can help you determine your price range, suggest neighborhoods and show you homes that will best fit your needs.

For example, which properties are pet-friendly, how close is the nearest school to your desired neighborhood? What about beaches and playgrounds? Or maybe you’re more interested in trendy restaurants and a vibrant night life. As local neighborhood experts, Realtors can help you find the area that best fits your needs.

“One of the challenges with looking at real estate online is that you might come across unreliable information. With hicentral.com, you know you’re looking at legitimate listings,” says Kalama Kim, 2016 president of the Honolulu Board of REALTORS. “We’re like your eyes and ears on O‘ahu.” Once you’ve started your search online, it’s easy to continue the process one-on-one with a Realtor, who can help you with everything from property visits and inspections to contracts and closing.

While home prices are rising, there are still affordable options out there. And if you’re not ready to buy right now, a Realtor can help you find a great rental while you continue your home search. And you can rest assured that Realtors are bound by a strict code of ethics to advocate for your best interests, from start to finish. Your next home may be closer than you think. Contact a Realtor today to get started on the path to your new home.