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Mele Kalikimaka and Happy Holidays! This year, we’re celebrating the season by highlighting some of our clients’ wonderful pets, festive and lovable companions who bring holiday cheer wherever they go. Maverick Hi! My name is Maverick, and I’m a 2-year-old golden retriever. I’m currently in training to be a therapy dog in hospitals and clinics. I get to go to work with my doctor mommy at Kapolei Family Medical Center, and I’m able to see most of the patients with her, giving them lots of snuggles and love. Everyone is always so happy to see me. Celebrating the Season With Merry Little Pets MELE KALIKIMAKA!
Follow my adventures on Instagram @dogtormaverick. Dr. Karolyn Lam and Maverick at Kapolei Family Medical are accepting new patients. Please call 808-674-2930 to schedule an appointment!
This Christmas, all I want is lots of snuggles with my family at the beach, followed by a big steak dinner. My parents love cooking, and of course, that includes cooking for me, too. Happy Pawlidays, everyone! Uzi
Hi! I’m Uzi, a 9-month-old golden doodle pup! I try to be good, but sometimes I just can’t resist stealing socks (they smell like adventure!). But I make up for it with all the cuddles and kisses.
Maverick
For Christmas, I’m hoping Santa brings me cheese and apples because I’m a foodie at heart.
My human says they love my loving energy and my big floppy ears. I think they’re pretty cute too! Hokulea Laura Moon Aloha! I’m Hokulea Laura Moon, a fluffy little 4-month-old ragdoll baby. Sometimes I get a tiny bit naughty and nibble on my human’s hair. But I’m also the best cuddler in the galaxy. For Christmas, I’m dreaming of a new bird toy to pounce on! My human says they adore my pretty blue eyes and my cute little face. Sage Green Hey there! I’m Sage Green, a 1½-year-old Siberian Husky with big zoomie energy! I get into trouble sometimes… mostly by chewing my parents’ wooden furniture and digging huge holes. Oops! But I also love playing with my friends Sachi and Jason’s dog, Rosie. She’s the best!
Uzi
Maverick
For Christmas, I’m hoping for new chew toys to absolutely destroy . It’s so much fun!
Sage Green
My parents say they love my lively spirit and my sky-blue eyes. I wag my tail because I love them too!
Hokulea Laura Moon
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What Our Clients Are Saying “This was my first time working with the Mitchell Group, and wow. From day one, Jason made me feel confident, informed, and completely taken care of. This was my first transaction with them, and I couldn’t be more impressed. They were thorough, easy to reach, and incredibly detail- oriented. Every step was handled with care and clarity, and their communication was top-notch. I never felt lost or overwhelmed; just supported by a team that truly knows its stuff. “If you’re looking for a real estate experience that’s smooth, professional, and infused with aloha spirit, this is the team to call. “Highly recommend. Would absolutely work with them again.” —Justyna Korczynski, Waikiki, HI
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Tanpopo Hi! I’m Tanpopo! My name means “dandelion” in Japanese! I’m a 5-year-old American Shorthair who LOVES attention. Sometimes, I get a little naughty and wake my humans up at 4 a.m. because I really want to go outside… and also, I snore. But I make up for it with my super cute meow that sounds more like a chirp (though my people say it’s slightly less cute at 4 a.m.). For Christmas, all I want is churu. Lots and lots of churu. My family says they love that I’m friendly with everyone, and I prefer to do my business outside, which means they almost never have to clean my litter box. (Sorry, neighbors!) Hana Aloha! I’m Hana! My name means “flower” in Japanese! I’m also a 5-year-old American Shorthair and the gentlest little lap cat you’ll ever meet. I don’t get into much trouble at all… though I do have some pretty powerful kitty breath. I love snuggling for hours on a warm lap or even perched on a shoulder. For Christmas, I’m hoping for crunchy treats of any variety. They’re all delicious! My humans say they adore how cuddly I am. I’m always ready for warm, cozy snuggle time.
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Oahu Home Sales Steady in Octobe
Median prices rise modestly as properties spend more time on the market. Oahu’s housing market recorded steady single-family home sales and modest gains in condominium activity in October. Single-family home sales were flat year-over-year with 261 transactions, while condominium sales rose 9.4% from 405 to 443. Median sales prices experienced modest growth, with single-family homes increasing 5.7% to $1,162,500 and condominiums rising 1.9% to $535,000. Highlights from our October Monthly Statistics Report include: · Properties took longer to sell, with a median of 26 days for single- family homes and 44 days for condos, compared to 16 and 26 days in October last year. · By price point, single-family home sales in the $700,000 to $999,999 range declined 18.9%, while sales at $1.9 million and above rose 38.7%. · Condominium activity also increased at both ends of the market, with sales under $299,999 up 50% and sales at $700,000 and above climbing 21%. · About 25% of single-family home sales closed above the original asking price, compared to 10% of condominium sales, both lower than a year ago. · Seller activity picked up slightly, with single-family home listings increasing 3.7% and condominium listings rising 7.4%. October’s numbers show that our island market is holding steady. Sales have remained consistent, and we’re seeing buyers and sellers continue to adjust to having more inventory and a market where homes are moving at a more moderate and realistic pace.
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er While Condo Activity Picks Up
Baked Feta, Tomato, and White Bean Skillet
SINGLE-FAMILY MARKET
INGREDIENTS
• 2 pints cherry tomatoes • 2 (15-oz) cans no-salt-added cannellini beans, rinsed • 4 medium cloves garlic, finely chopped • 2 tsp Italian seasoning • 1/4 tsp salt • 6 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided • 6 oz feta cheese, packed in brine, cut into 4 pieces • 1 tbsp hot honey • Basil leaves, for garnish • 4 slices toasted whole-wheat country bread, optional, for serving
$1,162,500
261 CLOSED SALES 0.0% YOY MEDIAN SINGLE-FAMILY PRICE
CONDO/ TOWNHOUSE MARKET
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 450 F. 2. In a large, oven-safe skillet, combine tomatoes, beans, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt. 3. Drizzle with 5 tbsp of olive oil and stir gently. 4. Add feta pieces 2 inches apart in the mixture and drizzle with remaining olive oil. 5. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the tomatoes have burst. 6. Remove from oven and drizzle with hot honey. Garnish with basil leaves, and serve with toast if desired.
MEDIAN CONDO PRICE $535,000
443 CLOSED SALES
9.4% YOY
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The Power of the Curve Home Design That Flows
Ever notice how some spaces feel better than others? You can walk into a room and instantly feel more relaxed, even if it’s unclear why. It turns out that a room’s shape might have more to do with that than the furniture inside. Lately, curved architecture is trending in residential home design, and one of the main reasons is the positive shift in mood these curves bring to a space. Studies show that people prefer curves and rounded edges to hard angles. It makes sense when you think about it. Nature is full of curves. You see them everywhere: tree canopies, rolling hills, river stones, and even our bodies. Familiar forms put our minds at ease. Some research links curved spaces to reduced stress, a feeling of safety, and a boost in mood. In home design, curves promote good flow and soften transitions between spaces. And builders today have more ways to bring rounded elements into a home. CNC machines, 3D printers, and new drywall framing systems make creating soft-edged interior spaces and design elements easier and more affordable. But you don’t have to renovate your house to bring in the curve. You can ease into it. A round mirror in the hallway changes the way light bounces. A lamp with a soft arc can pull a corner together. Swap out a square coffee
table for a circular one, and suddenly the flow of a room changes. If you are remodeling, consider an arched pass-through between the kitchen and dining room or a rounded edge on the kitchen island. Built-ins with curved shelving or banquette seating can soften a space without taking over the entire layout. What matters most is how your eye travels. Curves can guide you through a room, and simply adding a few to your home’s layout can change how it looks and feels. That’s a design choice we can all get behind.
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