Karen Riley - Keller Williams Honolulu

10/19/2026

Oahu pumpkins don’t freeze. They mold. 🎃

Most pumpkin carving tips were written for cold climates. Here, humidity is the problem, and a carved pumpkin can start caving in within two days.

Three things that’ll get you a week instead of a weekend:

1️⃣ Cut the opening in the bottom, not the top. The stem stays on, nothing caves in, and you just set the pumpkin down over the light.

2️⃣ Give it a bleach bath. Mix 1 tablespoon of bleach per quart of water. Soak the carved pumpkin for 20 minutes, then let it dry upside down. That kills mold spores before they spread.

3️⃣ Put petroleum jelly on every cut edge. Spread a thin layer on the exposed flesh, inside and out. Pumpkins shrivel because they lose moisture, so sealing the cuts keeps the face looking sharp.

☀️ And the one that beats all three: keep it out of the afternoon sun. If it sits on a west-facing lanai, nothing on this list will save it.

(Lanai direction matters for more than pumpkins, too)

Happy carving, Oahu! 🌺

10/17/2026

I found out this week that I've been nominated for the 2026 Aloha Aina Realtor Awards, and I'll be honest, it stopped me for a minute.

Oahu has been my home for more than 50 years. What makes Hawaiʻi special isn't just the beauty, it's the way people here care for the land and for each other. Aloha ʻāina, love for the land, and the idea that ʻohana extends well beyond family. When I help someone buy a home here, I see it as kuleana: a responsibility to the client, to the neighborhood they're joining, and to this place.

I came to real estate after a long career in business because I wanted my work to mean something. Every family I help find their place here, whether they're moving across the island or across the ocean, reminds me why.

To my clients: thank you for trusting me with something so personal. To whoever put my name forward: I'm truly grateful.

10/16/2026

The biggest single-level floor plan in Ka Makana at Hoakalei just came up, and these don’t come along often. 🌴

Everything is on one level, with 10-foot ceilings that make the whole place feel open and bright. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and 1,612 square feet, plus a den that works as your home office now and can become bedroom #4 later.

☀️ Owned solar, so your electric bill can relax too
🛁 A step-in jetted tub for spa nights at home
🏡 Single-story living with no stairs

And here’s the part everyone asks twice about: there’s a VA assumable loan for qualified buyers. Yes, really.

Your weekends are covered too. The pool, dog park, and tennis courts are right in the neighborhood, and the Wai Kai wave pool is just down the road.

📍 91-1099 Waikapoo St, Ewa Beach
💲 $1,259,000 | Fee Simple

Want to see it in person? Send me a message and we’ll set up a time. And if you know someone PCSing to Oahu, please tag them. This could be a great fit. 👇

Karen Riley, REALTOR® | RS-83826
CFSP, ABR, GREEN, MRP
📱 808.829.8290
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 yoursliceofparadise.net
Keller Williams Honolulu | RB-21303

10/16/2026

10/12/2026

OPEN HOUSE TODAY | 2–5 PM

91-1099 Waikapoo St, Ewa Beach
Ka Makana at Hoakalei | $1,259,000 FS
3 bed | 2 bath | 1,612 sq ft

☀️ Owned solar, so your power bill can relax too
💻 A den for your office now, or bedroom #4 later
🛁 Step-in jetted tub for spa night at home
✨ Single-story with 10-ft ceilings
🇺🇸 VA assumable loan for qualified buyers. Yes, really.

Pool, dog park, and tennis courts are in the neighborhood, and the Wai Kai wave pool is just down the road. Your weekends are covered. 🏄🏽‍♀️🐶

Bring your questions and your wish list. I’ll be there! 👋

📍 91-1099 Waikapoo St, Ewa Beach
🕑 Today, 2–5 PM

10/07/2026

Guess who’s back? 🔁🎉

91-1099 Waikapoo St, Ewa Beach
Ka Makana at Hoakalei | $1,259,000 FS
3 bed | 2 bath | 1,612 sq ft

☀️ Owned solar, so your power bill can chill
💻 A den that’s your office now and bedroom #4 later
🛁 Step-in jetted tub for spa night, every night
🇺🇸 VA assumable loan. Yes, really.

The pool, dog park, and tennis courts are steps from the door, and the Wai Kai wave pool is just down the road. Your weekends are officially handled. 🏄🏽‍♀️🐶

This one got away once. Don’t let it happen twice. 😉
DM me or call 808.829.8290 for a private showing.

VAAssumable PCSHawaii

09/27/2026

Fresh, remodeled, and right in the middle of Kāneʻohe 🌿

This one’s move-in ready. The open kitchen flows into the living space, and new flooring and custom California Closets give the whole home a clean, modern feel.

A few things buyers keep asking about, and this home has them:
☀️ Owned PV panels. You don’t lease them, so you keep the savings.
🧺 Bonus mudroom/flex space. Use it for storage, hobbies, or a home office.
🌴 A big deck over a lush, green backyard with mature fruit trees, a quiet spot for morning coffee or dinner outside.

Windward Mall, shopping, dining, and schools are all just minutes away.

📍 45-519 Pahia Road - Kaneohe | 3 Bed/ 2 Baths] | $1,230,000

Want to see it in person? Send me a message and I’ll set up a time. 🏡

Karen Riley, REALTOR® (RS-83826)
Keller Williams Honolulu | Your Slice of Paradise
📞 808.829.8290

Listed by: Erin Cooper, RB- 19439
Keller William Honolulu

HawaiiHomes OwnedSolar YourSliceOfParadise

09/24/2026

Oʻahu homes just hit a near-record price. 👀📈

Here's your August 2026 Oʻahu real estate market update, in 60 seconds. ⏱️

🏡 SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
💰 $1,240,000 median price, up 12.2% from last year
🔥 Only one month has ever been higher: this June, at $1,242,500
⚡ 17 days to sell at the median, down from 22
🙌 51% sold at or above asking
🏠 264 homes sold, up 1.9%
📋 364 new listings, up 14.5%, so buyers have more to choose from

🏢 CONDOS & TOWNHOMES
💵 $510,000 median price, holding steady (down 1%)
🔑 Nearly half of condo resales closed under $500K
📈 2,512 units for sale, up 4.1%, the most options in a while
⏳ 37 days to sell at the median, down from 48
🏢 365 condos sold

So what does this mean for YOU? 🤔
👉 Homeowners: Your equity may have grown more than you think. Well-priced homes are selling fast.
👉 Condo buyers: You have more choices and more room to negotiate. It's a smart time for first-time buyers, downsizers and investors. Just check the maintenance fees, reserves and insurance too.

💬 Quick question: Did the $1.24M median surprise you? Tell me in the comments. 👇

📩 Want to know what your home is worth in today's market? DM me and I'll send you a home value update for your neighborhood. 🌴

Love Where You Live, Let's Find Your Slice of Paradise!
Karen Riley, REALTOR® | RS-83826 | Keller Williams Honolulu | 808.829.8290

Source: Honolulu Board of REALTORS®, HiCentral MLS data, August 2026.

09/24/2026

Your own piece of Waikīkī, and it's legal for daily rentals. 🌴

Picture this: you wake up on the 21st floor with the city, the mountains, a peek-a-boo slice of ocean and a sunset view that never gets old. 🌅

This renovated studio condotel at Royal Garden at Waikīkī is set up for daily short-term rentals. That's rare in Waikīkī. Rent it out when you're home, then book it for your own family trips to the island.

✨ Updated kitchen with granite, Koa cabinets, a full-size fridge and a two-burner cooktop
✨ Floor-to-ceiling Koa closet for all the beach gear
✨ Renovated bathroom and ceramic tile throughout
✨ Pool, sauna, fitness room, BBQ area, concierge, security and free laundry
✨ Maintenance fee covers cable, internet, water, sewer and hot water

It's just minutes from the beach, shopping and dining, whether you're a guest or the owner.

📍 440 Olohana St #2108, Honolulu
💰 $439,500 | Fee Simple | 1031 exchange welcome
🔑 Vacant and easy to show

DM me or call 808.829.8290 to set up a private showing.

Love Where You Live, Let's Find Your Slice of Paradise!
Karen Riley, REALTOR® | RS-83826 | Keller Williams Honolulu

09/24/2026

The blessings are in the journey and this one certainly went down in the books!

I'm so excited for my buyers! This sweet little Kailua cottage is officially theirs, and I can already picture it: mornings with coffee under the mango tree, the Koʻolaus glowing in the background, and slippers by the door for last-minute beach runs.

A perfect backyard for outdoor movie nights. There's a fenced yard for fresh herbs, backyard BBQs and lying in the grass while the trades roll through. And weekend brunch can mean the cozy open kitchen or a bike ride into town. That's the Kailua life right there.

Thank you for trusting me to help you find your slice of paradise. It was a joy walking alongside you, and I can't wait to see all the memories your beautiful family makes in this home. 💛