Chris Ponsar, MAI

Ponsar Valuation LLC – Hawaii Real Estate Appraisal and Consulting

It is with great pleasure that we announce the launch of the Ponsar Valuation LLC website!

https://ponsarvaluation.com/

Ponsar Valuation specializes in Commercial and Luxury Residential Real Estate Appraisal. In addition, we are focused on ground lease and commercial property Arbitration, Litigation Support, and Real Property Tax Appeals.

Last week I posted the Hawaii Community Development Authority’s updated list of project activity in the Kaka’ako Community Development District (KCDD).

A PDF copy of the list can be downloaded here (Current Kakaako Project Activity).

The following link takes you to an interactive map of the projects:

http://www.bing.com/maps/?v=2&cp=21.297974~-157.851878&lvl=16&sty=r&cid=8C28EB42E686E6E1!336

The…

The Hawaii Chapter of the Appraisal Institute is hosting the Review Theory – General course in Honolulu in November 2014!  Register here: http://www.myappraisalinstitute.org/education/add2cart.aspx?id=32296

According to the AI website:

The AI-GRS membership designation is held by appraisers who are experienced in general appraisal review.

To become an AI-GRS member of the Appraisal Institute,…

Current Kakaako Development Projects

The Hawaii Community Development Authority has just posted an updated list of project activity in the Kaka’ako Community Development District (KCDD).

Four Kakaako projects totaling 1,541 units are under construction, including Waihonua (A&B), 801 South Street (Downtown Capital LLC), Symphony Honolulu (Oliver McMillan), and the Waiea tower at Ward (Victoria Ward/Howard Hughes).

Nine additional…

Luxury homes in Hawaii have featured stone counter tops for more than two decades.

When I appraise a high end residence, I often wonder when the trend will morph into something different.

I stumbled on an article that discusses some alternative finishes that are being introduced in Europe–will any catch on in Hawaii? (I haven’t seen any yet)

http://dishwashers.reviewed.com/features/goodbye-granit…

Electric Bikes: The first few things you need to know

When I first rode my friend Baxter Cotton’s electric bike (a 48 volt Motiv Spark), I knew it was fun, but had no idea how many choices/options there were to consider.

Motiv Spark

I’ve been researching ebikes for awhile now, and here are some things I wish someone had explained to me upfront:

Drive Type – Hub Motor or Mid-Drive?

Hub motors are inset in the front or rear wheel (see the black…

One of the most satisfying aspects of the real estate appraisal profession is the applicability of its skills to other real world problems. For example, I’ve often helped friends understand the benefits of leasing a new car versus buying (another article for another day), and now I’m using elements of sales comparison to evaluate the purchase of an electric bike.

Specialized Turbo

I live about…

Bishop Square Introduces Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Real estate appraiser’s are seeing more and more “green improvements” to commercial buildings.  Office properties that make such improvements are hoping to attract tenants who are willing to pay a premium for perceived sustainability and greater overall efficiency.

The Bishop Squareparking garage in downtown Honolulu now hosts two electric vehicle charging stations on the tenth floor.  The stalls…

Big Island real estate market rebounding

http://westhawaiitoday.com/news/local-news/big-island-real-estate-market-rebounding

by MEGAN MOSELEY

A New Study on Photovoltaic Home Premiums

A new academic study titled “Exploring California PV Home Premiums” has been prepared for the U.S.…

Coco Palms - Is the market hot enough to finally allow for feasible redevelopment?

A nice article from today’s Honolulu Star-Advertiser by Timothy Hurley.  http://www.staradvertiser.…

AI-GRS and AI-RRS - New Appraisal Institute Review Designations

Many appraisers have been curious about the Appraisal Institute’s plan for its new review…

Real Property Taxes - Honolulu, Oahu - Tax Calendar

We have arrived in November, an extremely busy time for the City and County of Honolulu Real…

The Appraisal of Real Estate, 14th Edition - New AI Video

The Appraisal Institute recently published the 14th edition of The Appraisal of Real Estate, the…

Oahu Neighborhood Tour - Launani Valley

Launani Valley:  The Central Oahu neighborhood you’ve never heard of.

Located in Central Oahu,…

Replacement Cost vs. Reproduction Cost: What's the difference?

Even seasoned appraisers can sometimes confuse the terms “Replacement Cost” and “Reproduction…