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Building on Solid Ground: The Importance of Seismic Data in Construction and Real Estate
30 seconds summary Seismic data plays a critical role in construction and real estate, providing essential insights into ground stability and earthquake risks. By using advanced seismic technologies, engineers and developers can assess s...
Haiku, Maui Real Estate: What’s Driving Buyer Interest Heading into 2026
Haiku is one of Maui’s most consistently competitive real estate markets, supported by steady demand, limited inventory, and strong long-term value. While the broader Maui market normalized in 2025 after several years of volatility, buyer...
Preparing Yourself For A Successful Real Estate Closing
A real estate closing is more than just the final appointment where you sign papers – it is the moment ownership officially shifts from seller to buyer, funds are transferred, and the title is recorded so you can truly call the property your ...
Raising Your Credit Score Before Buying a Home
Get mortgage-ready with confidence. In this quick video, Dave Futch shares simple, practical credit steps—paying on time, keeping card balances low, avoiding new accounts, and fixing report errors—that can improve your interes...
Enhancing Home Security with Smart Surveillance Solutions
30 seconds summary Smart surveillance solutions enhance home security by integrating AI-powered cameras, motion sensors, and mobile connectivity. These systems offer real-time alerts, remote monitoring, and facial or object recognitio...
Finding a Home in Haiku: Maui’s Creative Retreat Attracts Buyers Who Think Differently
Haiku, Maui is not your typical tropical island getaway. It isn’t about high-end luxury resorts, cookie-cutter condos, or HOA rules. It’s raw, soulful, and real. In Haiku, mornings might begin with birdsong and meditation on a jungle-fa...
Downsizing: How Letting Go Can Lead to a Better, Freer Life
Downsizing isn’t just about moving into a smaller space — it’s about expanding your life in other ways. When approached intentionally, it can unlock financial flexibility, simplify your lifestyle, and even create space for personal or pro...
How a Haiku Buyer’s Agent Can Save You Time and Money
Panoramic views capture the lush landscape and rural charm of Haiku, Maui Haiku in Maui has lush landscapes, expansive agricultural lots, and an easygoing Upcountry lifestyle. It also has one of the island’s most distinctive real estate ma...
Design Tips Lighting Hacks
Transform your Maui home with simple yet powerful lighting hacks. As a trusted Maui Realtor with Compass, Dave Futch shares design tips that go beyond real estate—helping homeowners create spaces that feel warm, inviting, and f...