"Sellers won't take VA offers."

We hear that one constantly, and honestly, it drives us a little crazy — because we've helped VA buyers win offers on Oahu over and over again. The myth is stubborn, but it's also mostly wrong. More on that in a minute …

By Kristy Nakamura, Licensed Hawaii Broker | Your Oahu Home Team, eXp Realty

Getting PCS orders to Oahu sounds like a dream until you actually start trying to figure out where to live. You're searching neighborhoods you've never heard of, reading Reddit threads from 2019, and trying to make …

If you're researching how to buy a home in Hawaii without a large down payment, VA loans are one of the most powerful tools available. Whether you're active-duty military stationed on Oahu, a veteran, or a civilian buyer exploring a VA assumable loan, this guide covers everything you …

Featured in The Playbook by Morning Brew — Kristy & Austin Nakamura of Your Oahu Home Team at eXp Realty share how Hawaii buyers are using VA loans, leasehold properties, and local market knowledge to break into one of America's most expensive housing markets.

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Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make — but it's the hidden costs that catch most homeowners off guard. From failing foundations to termite damage, surprise repairs can drain tens of thousands of dollars if you're not prepared.

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Buying your first home on Oahu is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming if you are not sure where to start. At Kristy and Austin Home Group, we have guided many first-time buyers through the process and we are here to make it as clear and stress-free …

If you are an active duty service member, veteran, or military spouse stationed on Oahu or planning a PCS move to Hawaii, the VA home loan is one of the most powerful tools available to help you purchase a home. At Kristy and Austin Home Group, we specialize in working …

Closing day is the final step in your Oahu home buying journey. It is the day you sign the documents, the funds transfer, and you officially become the owner of your new Hawaii home. At Kristy and Austin Home Group, we stay involved through every detail of the closing process …

After your offer is accepted, the transaction moves into one of the most critical phases of the buying process: due diligence. This is the period where you verify the condition of the property, review important documents, and make sure there are no hidden issues before you fully commit. At Kristy …

Finding the right home on Oahu is exciting, but the next step can feel high-stakes: making an offer. In a market where desirable properties can attract multiple buyers quickly, knowing how to put together a strong offer is essential. At Kristy and Austin Home Group, we guide every buyer through …