Kai goes on to Living808 to explain how investing in new construction real estate in Honolulu offers unique advantages, especially through smart leverage. She shares how she bought a property for $460,000, waited for it to get built, rented it for a year, and sold it for $635,000—one of her easiest and most profitable investments. With pre-construction, buyers benefit from appreciation while waiting for completion, without extra costs.
Kai highlights three key factors: the developer’s track record, value compared to resale options, and the importance of buying early. She also notes that many investors are shifting from older properties due to rising maintenance costs. Plus, new projects offer sustainability perks like a water treatment site saving 11 million gallons annually and multiple EV superchargers.