Lahaina Lee and The Maui Real Estate Advisor Podcast

In this month's Maui Real Estate Market Report, Lahaina Lee breaks down the latest August 2025 numbers, providing key insights into the Lahaina recovery, Bill 9, and the single-family home and condo markets. Get a deep dive into what’s really happening with Maui real estate trends, tourism numbers, and local policies affecting the island's economy. 0:00 - Welcome & Introduction  0:45...

Episode 17  A $1.6 billion program is rolling out to help Maui recover— but not everyone is happy about it . We talk about Ho‘okumu Hou, what it means for housing, and why opinions are divided. 🌺 Got questions or mana‘o? I’d love to hear from you — drop a comment below or send me a note at Lee@AlohaPotts.com . I always write back. 🤙 Show some aloha — hit that like button if this update helped yo...

The Maui Real Estate Advisor - August 2025 Edition Get the latest on Maui’s real estate market and tourism economy. From condo sales and home prices to visitor arrivals and spending, plus an update on Bill 9 — here’s what’s shaping Maui right now. 🌺 Got questions or mana‘o? I’d love to hear from you — drop a comment below or send me a note at Lee@AlohaPotts.com . I always write back. 🤙 Show some...

While many headlines claim the bill has passed, it has not yet become law .  Maui is at a crossroads. In this urgent update, Lahaina Lee breaks down the real story behind Bill 9 —the controversial legislation that could phase out over 7,000 legal short-term rentals across West and South Maui.  In this clear-eyed report, you'll learn: What Bill 9 really proposes Why the legal status of these r...

Maui’s Tourism Struggles = Buyer’s Market Opportunity In this episode of Maui Real Estate Advisor , Lahaina Lee breaks down the latest data on Maui’s cooling market, including a sharp drop in condo sales and why 2025 is shaping up to be even slower than 2009. He also unpacks the far-reaching implications of Bill 9—a controversial proposal that could strip 7,000 condos of their right to operate as...

Lahaina Mobility Meetings: Planning the Plan for Front Street | Maui Real Estate Advisor Aloha, I’m Lahaina Lee, and welcome to The Maui Real Estate Advisor — your trusted guide to navigating the ever-evolving Maui real estate market. In this episode, we're diving into the latest updates from the Lahaina Mobility Workshops, held June 24–26, focused on the future of Front Street and Lahaina&ap...

🏝️ Monthly Market Report - June 2025 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 be...

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-zone...

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...

 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 wha...

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 he...

🌺 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...

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 – leaseh...

🌺 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. 🏠...

All about leasehold and fee simple land tenure 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 – le...

Renting Your Condo on Maui - Do it yourself, turnkey or something in between? All about rental management companies on Maui, 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...

What to look out for with condo associations in Maui, 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 *THIS EPISODE* 2. Rental Company Management Agreements 3. Form of...

This is our first official podcast! If you'd like to see our content from before March 25, 2025, you can find on YouTube with the handle @AlohaGroupMaui 1. AOAO fees (aka maintenance or HOA fees) 2. Rental Company Management Agreements 3. Form of land tenure – leasehold vs. fee simple 4. Limits to financing condo purchases on Maui Lee Potts RB-20663 (808) 276-8776 Keller Williams Realty Maui ...