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New review First Island Realty - Laure McElwee, realtor

Laure McElwee — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:47:00 GMT

Check out the newest review of Laure McElwee of First Island Realty. Cynthia purchased a home in the highly desired Alii Lani Condo Complex in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. It was so nice working with her and I strive to always provide the highest customer service possible. If you are in need of real estate services in Hawaii, feel free to contact me at 808-217-0429.

Laure McElwee

First Island Realty

808-217-0429

www.lavalaure.com

lavalaure@yahoo.com

kailua Kona Ironman

Laure McElwee — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:44:00 GMT

If you are going to be on the Big Island of Hawaii on October 8, 2011, come and check out the Ironman World Championships here in Kailua Kona. 1,800 well-conditioned athletes will be competing in this grueling race. In order to successfully complete this competition, each athlete will need to swim 2.4 miles, bike 112 miles, and finish with a marathon run (or 26.2 miles). What makes this particularly challenging is that Kona is getting into the hottest portion of the year. The athletes will have to run through lava-covered terrain, which can increase surface temperatures tremendously.

Volunteering at such an event can be a rewarding experience and are always needed. If you want more information, check out the website at http://ironman.com/worldchampionship#axzz1ZCblfvyy

Laure McElwee

First Island Realty

808-217-0429

www.firstislandrealty.com

First island Realty - Client review for Lava Laure

Laure McElwee — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:38:00 GMT

- Highly likely to recommend

Bought a Single Family home in 2011 in Lago Estancia, Gilbert, AZ.

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Laure was the most responsive realtor we found on the island. Others wanted us to meet them at their office and look through " their" listings. Not Laure, she took us only to places that fit our criteria, making the process efficient for us. Laure kept in touch with us all throughout the process, since we live off island. She went way beyond in helping us with a lot of local contacts to help us to continue to keep our property as a vacation rental, and we had no past experience doing this! Laure has remained in touch with us even after the closing, and is still just as quick to anwer questions now as feuding the sale process, a sign of a real estate agent with true integrity, or Laure just knows what it means to do good business! I would recommend Laure to my family and friends.

Another Happy First island Realty client - "Lava Laure"

Laure McElwee — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:38:00 GMT

- Highly likely to recommend

Bought a Single Family home in 2011 in Lago Estancia, Gilbert, AZ.

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Call me for all your real estate needs

Lava Laure"

Laure McElwee, Realtor/Broker

First Island Realty, llc.

Team "Lava Laure" for all your Real Estate needs in Hawaii

808.217.0429 Phone
866.404.4789 Fax
LavaLaure@Yahoo.com

www.LavaLaure.com

www.FirstIslandRealty.com

Emergency Homehomeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP) EXTENDED TO 7/27/2011

Laure McElwee — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 06:07:00 GMT

The U.S. department of Housing and Urban Development has launched the Emergency Homehomeowners’ Loan Program (EHLP) to assist homeowners who are at least 90 days who are at least 90 days late on their mortgage, and unemployed or working fewer hours because of the economy or medical condition with monthly payments up to $50,000

To get the worksheet and locate an EHLP agency near you, visit www.FindEHLP.org

EHLPconsumers.asp

ehlp.nw.org

EHLP was created to help homeowners who are temporarily and involuntarily unemployed or underemployed due to economic conditions or a medical condition, and are at risk of foreclosure.

Lava Laure"
Laure McElwee,Broker/Owner
First Island Realty, llc.
Team "Lava Laure" for all your Real Estate needs in Hawaii
808.217.0429 Phone
866.404.4789 Fax
LavaLaure@Yahoo.com

www.LavaLaure.com

www.FirstIslandRealty.com

Seller feedback on her experience with "Lava Laure Properties" real estate services

Laure McElwee — Fri, 27 May 2011 19:24:00 GMT

To Whom it May Concern:

Since I wasn't sure who to write about my experience as a client of Laure McElwee, I used Laure's e-mail. I feel it is important to write about Laure's client service because it was so exceptional.

Part of my business is investing and managing real estate. Consequently, I have encountered many real estate agents, mostly in California. I can unequivocally say that I have never, yes, never had an agent with the honesty, forthrightness and sensitivity that Laure has shown. When I listed my house with her, she was prompt in getting all of the steps completed to promote my house. There were two escrows opened. The first one looked promising, but very soon Laure warned me the buyer may be a "reluctant" one. Sure enough, about a week later, the buyer backed out. However, Laure had two back ups waiting. The successful buyer was moved seamlessly through escrow with Laure volunteering information to me along the way to ensure I was clear on the progress in the title company. When I asked questions, she responded within the hour. And, Laure was on good terms with the buyer's agent and the buyer. It was a good experience for both the buyer and myself. A feeling of win/win.

I would definitely recommend Laure to any family member or friend. Laure is very professional, yet she is sincerely interested and tuned into people.

Suzann Foster

Price Reduced on 76-6220 Mikilana street in Kuakini Makai

Laure McElwee — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:49:00 GMT

Kuakini Makai, Kailua Kona - Announcing a price reduction on 76-6220 Mikilana street, a 1,308 sq. ft., 3 bdrm single story. Now $459,000 - .

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Client feedback for Lava Laure @ Lava Laure Properties Hawaii Real Estate Services

Laure McElwee — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 02:53:00 GMT

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Throughout the whole process Laure has been amazing - always there (to begin with!); answering my questions/requests sometimes in the middle of the night (to the point of my starting to wonder when she actually slept...); totally transparent all along the way (as opposed to my previous agent who preferred to keep as many secrets from me as he could); etc. - you name it. Since I had to conduct the whole transaction as a long-distance one from the East coast, she was able to provide for every single detail, recommending me home inspectors, insurance agents, handymen and so on. If you have the good luck to deal with Laure, the most important thing is - in my opinion - that you will be able to trust her and rely on her. Is there a better thing to look for in a real estate agent? Oh, experience, of course... She's got 11 years of it. In conjunction with another real estate broker, Laure has been able to get me a direct oceanfront property under the asking price (it was a short sale, which is a BIG problem in and of itself; you know this if you've ever tried to take part in that process.) I believe I've simply been lucky with Laure. You might want to shoot for that to, and so take my advice: Laure is DA THING!

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Street address
4600 S Four Mile Run Dr APT 618, Arlington, VA 22204

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Price Reduced on 786842 ALII DR in Keauhou

Laure McElwee — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:17:00 GMT

Keauhou, Kahaluu-Keauhou - Announcing a price reduction on 786842 ALII DR, a 1,101 sq. ft., 1 bath, 1 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $250,000 - Pre-foreclosure 100K RED..

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Price Reduced on 75-6180 Nakukui Dr in Kahakai Estates

Laure McElwee — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:15:00 GMT

Kahakai Estates, Kailua Kona - Announcing a price reduction on 75-6180 Nakukui Dr, a 1,518 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story. Now $799,000 - Best priced in Kailua Kon.

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Price Reduced on 786842 ALII DR in Keauhou

Laure McElwee — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 03:53:00 GMT

Keauhou, Kahaluu-Keauhou - Announcing a price reduction on 786842 ALII DR, a 1,101 sq. ft., 1 bath, 1 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $290,000 - Pre-foreclosure 100K RED..

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Single Story For Sale in Kailua Kona

Laure McElwee — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 18:53:00 GMT

Oceanfront Condo at Kona Magic Sands

• 600 sq. ft., 1 bath, 1 bdrm single story - MLS® $329,000

Kailua Kona, Hawai'i - Excellent opportunity to own on the waterfront ! Spectacular oceanfront condo on Alii Drive in Kailua Kona,Hawaii. Ideally located next to famous magic sands beach, shops, restaurants and more. The Kona Magic Sands complex offers a oceanfront pool, 3 stars restaurant, secure parking and more.

The large studio with separate sleeping quarters offers breathtaking ocean views. Lovely bamboo floors in living room and bathroom gives the unit a spacious and open feeling. Unit comes partially furnished and has a stacked washer/dryer.

Association fees include water, trash pick up and ground maintenance.

Popular vacation rental destination and ideal retirement location.

Seller financing available with substantial down payment.

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Price Reduced on 214-77-6452 ALII DR in Kailua Kona

Laure McElwee — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 18:53:00 GMT

Kailua Kona, Hawai'i - Announcing a price reduction on 214-77-6452 ALII DR, a 600 sq. ft., 1 bath, 1 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $329,000 - .

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Single Story For Sale in Keahou

Laure McElwee — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:40:00 GMT

Golf frontage with Ocean Views

• 1,101 sq. ft., 1 bath, 1 bdrm single story - MLS® $390,000 - Steel Deal!

Keahou, Hawai'i - Stunning golf course front end unit with ocean views at Kona Coast Resort. Completely remodeled with custom cabinets in the kitchen, granite counter tops, tile bathroom, custom window covering and much more.

Lanai opens onto golf course and offers excellent views of the ocean from living room and kitchen area.

One of the only complex with enclosed garage for each unit.

A Full-Featured 4-star Ocean View Resort located 5 miles south of Kailua-Kona town in the quiet residential community of Keauhou - where the Hawaiian Royalty (Alii) lived. Nearly every amenities is available at this resort including an activities desk, concierge & restaurant.

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Rent/Lease Reduced on 87-3211 Datura Road in Kona Paradise

Laure McElwee — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 18:02:00 GMT

Kona Paradise, Captain Cook - Announcing a rent/lease reduction on 87-3211 Datura Road, a 1,000 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm bi-level. Now $110 USD Daily - Breathtaking Ocean Views.

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