Agree with all the other negative reviews here about Charlie Lum. I should have checked this page…read moreout first as I am refinancing two properties in Honolulu county and Charlie was assigned to both (yes, my luck) and gave extremely low valuations using comparables that were not even close. I now have to go through the process of contesting the valuations using more accurate comparables, which further delays the process if the appraisals were done correctly. Also, even though Charlie walked into my newly renovated condo in Waianae that was completed the day before, he still marked my condo as a C3 (remodeled less than a year ago) and when I contested that it should be rated a C2 (brand new), he stated that any condos more than 10 years are always rated as a C3. On my other property in Waikiki which is a short-term rental, he asked for the income statements for six months but in his appraisal, he did not use the income approach (which is more appropriate for short-term rentals) and instead used the sales comparison approach giving a extremely low valuation not even factoring the renovations that were done last year.

Charlie Lum is unfair in his appraisals. He rated my property much lower than it should have been…read more Do no use his services. I agree with the other negative reviews. He is very unprofessional in his dealings with customers as well.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Mari Eager and the support she has provided during one…read moreof the most challenging times in my life. Over the past several months, I experienced unexpected job loss and financial hardship that left me feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about my future. Throughout it all, Mari treated me with kindness, compassion, and respect. Rather than making me feel judged or dismissed, she took the time to listen, understand my situation, and communicate with me professionally and honestly. What I appreciate most about Mari is that she genuinely cares about people. She understands that life can sometimes bring unexpected hardships, and she approaches every situation with empathy while maintaining professionalism. Her willingness to work with me, answer my questions, and keep communication open helped ease a tremendous amount of stress during a difficult period. I am incredibly grateful for Mari's support and kindness. She made a meaningful difference in my life when I needed it most, and for that, I will always be thankful. Any community would be fortunate to have her as their Property Manager. Thank you, Mari, for everything you do and for treating me with dignity, respect, and compassion.

I had an excellent experience with HPPM. We lived in an older house in Kaneohe that had multiple…read moreissues during the 2.5 years we lived in it but HPPM was always quick to respond to any issues. For instance, our refrigerator broke overnight on a weekend. Mike called me within 5min of submitting the maintenance request and had a loaner fridge to me within 2 hours so none of our food spoiled. Would recommend to any renters on island.

Michelle Lum with Royal Realty has been my property manager for the past 4 years, and I have had a…read moregreat experience as a tenant. She is very responsive, professional, and easy to communicate with. Whenever maintenance issues or work orders come up, she handles them quickly and fairly, which I really appreciate. She has made the rental experience smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend Michelle to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy property manager.

We just recently moved out of a property we were renting from them about a week ago. We only moved…read morebecause we were looking for a bigger place. We were hoping Royalty Realty had something available for what we were looking for (sadly they didn't at the time) since we've had the best experience over the past 4 years with them. Our amazing property manager Michelle Lum made living in one of their units such a joy. Any little issue that came up she was right there and always so helpful every step of the way. We appreciate everything they've done for us, especially her, and making our living experience so comfortable. We will definitely always check back in with Michelle for our future property needs. Thank you for the last 4 amazing years. Aloha!

Team is responsive and proactive in scheduling bookings, interviews, and answering any and all…read morequestions. Their listings are quick to go so I recommend you be just as fast if you're a potential long-term rental. Lots of listings and options for all types of clients.

Be very careful renting from Fahrni Realty if you're trying to live a somewhat normal life. Most of…read moretheir tenants are Section 8, and they show no class or consideration for their neighbors or surroundings. Expect blasting bass music from multiple units all day, every day. On top of that, some keep roosters crammed in tiny cages, crowing nonstop from as early as 3 AM. When I complained, the realtor told me to "file a police report or call animal control," which blew my mind. Every landlord I've ever had before had strict rules--fines or even eviction after repeated complaints. Moral of the story: if you rent here, prepare to live next to the worst of the worst. There are no rules, no consequences, and reckless living is completely unchecked. I'm setting up security cameras to document what I've been dealing with from these inconsiderate neighbors. My plan is to share the footage publicly so people can see exactly what I've had to go through. Over time, with enough evidence, I hope to take legal action against them for disturbing the peace, disrupting my sleep, and preventing me from enjoying my own home. I may also pursue action against the realty company for failing to take this situation seriously despite knowing about the issues.

Not good might be an understatement. Never answers the phone, email is a gmail account (red flag),…read moreand the property that I was interested in has been posted for over a month. They use Rently to schedule appointments, which is fine, but they rely on it to cancel and reschedule them too. No personal call to say the agent can't make it. How dare they use such a highly regarded name and provide such lackluster service! AUWE, i say. (it's very obvious the only good ratings are from staff, friends, or family.. when most are 1-star, and the other few are 5-star, something doesn't add up.)

Property was a piece of crap, homeowner constantly fixing instead of replacing as recommended. No…read moreadvocating from landlord. Don't work with them. They will leave you homeless or in a home nor worth your money.

Top Knotch ! Experienced and efficient! Friendly staff with a smile and class ! The best experienceread more

We recently went through escrow for the purchase of a home worth over $1 million, and…read moreunfortunately, our experience with the escrow manager, Sherrie Kimata, was very disappointing. From the beginning, she spoke to me in a way that felt condescending and dismissive. Instead of taking the time to explain documents and the escrow process clearly, it often felt like she expected me to already understand everything she was talking about. Whenever I had questions, her responses came across as impatient and unpleasant rather than helpful. What stood out the most was the difference between her and the rest of the staff. Every other employee we interacted with was friendly, professional, patient, and respectful. Even though they weren't managers, they provided far better customer service and made us feel comfortable asking questions. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial transactions a person will ever make. Customers should never feel talked down to or made to feel like they're inconveniencing someone by asking for clarification. I hope this feedback encourages improvements in communication and professionalism, because the rest of the team was excellent.

Showing was great but had problems after moving in…read more Took 2 months to get added to intercom system. Missed furniture and other package deliveries because they couldn't contact me or get in building. (Not sure if this is a PIL or Cadmus issue) had to PIL 3-4x and Cadmus 5-6x to get it done. Asked for key replacement on Oct 30, only to find out request was submitted today (Nov 18) Seems like after residents sign lease the service/follow ups don't go through as well.

I've been in the real estate industry for a few years and have seen my fair share of property…read moremanagers and realtors. After having the privilege of sitting down with the principle broker, I have found that this company surpasses their competitors by far! They are very knowledgeable, they educate their clientele, they are not afraid to walk away from a deal, and most importantly, they make you feel like family. I would highly recommend Shawn Kahawai, property manager, and Fran Villarmia-Kahawai, principle broker, to all of my friends and family. Even if you are not in the market, I would highly recommend taking a few minutes out of your day, to go meet them!

As a tenant I find Cornerstone really easy to work with. Their communication is great, the whole…read moreapplication and entry report process was thorough but easy/user friendly. We've had one issue with the house so far and that was fixed promptly and professionally. very happy.

Having to move to a new home is extremely stressful, especially during the holiday season, but…read moreCornerstone Properties really helped me out. First of all, office assistants walked me through the application process and let me know exactly what I needed to do and provide. Their online application was easy to understand complete. The office staff showed patience and a real desire to quickly get me into a home. Next, my property manager was flexible in viewing dates and times. She answered all of my questions and gave clear explanations about the property and how to proceed with the application process. She was very knowledgeable about the property and the process. Equally important, when I signed the lease, Cornerstone Properties provided a very comprehensive inventory, allowing me to make notes regarding the condition of the rental. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that I am allowed to submit any discrepancies in the report two weeks after moving in. It hasn't been two weeks yet, but I love my new home. The people at Cornerstone Properties made this all happen. The price of this rental is pretty much in line with comps in the area. I'm glad about that. I trust that the attention I received during the application period will continue during my tenancy. Their online repair and maintenance forms will make submitting requests a breeze. Hopefully, I will be here for a long time. Thank you, Cornerstone Properties for making my move easy and enjoyable! Merry Christmas!

If you're reading this, I strongly encourage you to reach out to Joe and his team. Like someone…read moreelse wrote in their review: "Their professionalism is unmatched, especially their care for details." I couldn't agree more. I worked with another real estate agent before Joe and the difference was night and day. Not only did I need to sell my Hawaii property long distance, the market at the time was challenging and the apartment building was scheduled for repiping. But Joe and his team came through every step of the way. From the beginning, they provided a clear break down of costs vs. expected actual net profit and offered various options for marketing packages. Finally, when my unit sold, they provided weekly updates of the current timeline till closing. If you're still reading this, just take one meeting with Joe and you'll know.

I've bought and sold several homes before, and working with Joe and Rolando was by far the best…read morerealtor experience I've had! With Joe, you're so much more than a client; you become trusted friends. Joe and Rolando will ensure you find the right home, at the right price, and it'll be fun along the way!