Team Lally- Hawaii Real Estate

Fueling Growth & Inspiring Success with Olivia Lin

This week on the Team Lally Real Estate Radio Show, we interview Olivia Lin, Director of Agent Training and Buyer Specialist with Team Lally. Olivia reveals how she helps agents thrive by building consistent daily habits and mastering effective client communication. She also shares what she values most in new recruits—not skills, but the drive and passion to succeed. As one of Team Lally’s top buyer agents, Olivia offers her best advice to homebuyers and walks through a remarkable success story: helping a client get under contract with $55,000 in credits.

We also have our Experts We Trust. Danny Langerman of DHA Financial brings the latest on interest rates and refinancing strategies for today’s market while Bradley Maruyama of Allstate Insurance explains why many carriers won’t write historical homes, plus smart insurance tips for buyers and sellers navigating these properties.

Who is Olivia Lin?

Olivia is a dedicated real estate professional who combines market expertise with a passion for helping others succeed. As the Director of Agent Training and a Buyer Specialist for Team Lally, she has guided countless clients to their dream homes while also mentoring agents to reach new heights in their careers.

She is known for her commitment to excellence, strong negotiation skills, and ability to connect with clients on a personal level. Whether she’s training agents or representing buyers, she consistently delivers results with integrity and care.

To reach Olivia Lin, you may contact her in the following ways:

Phone: 408-239-9868

Email: Olivia@TeamLally.com

Website: TeamLally.com

Celebrating Hawaii's Culture & Creativity with Karen Ewald

This week on the Team Lally Real Estate Radio Show, we interview Karen Ewald, Executive Director of the Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. Karen highlights the vital role of public funding in sustaining arts and culture, while also sharing details about exciting community events such as the First and Third Friday art walks. She discusses additional programs that community members can get involved in and outlines her future goals for the SFCA, including a new strategic plan shaped by community feedback, fostering more in-person gatherings across the islands to strengthen arts advocacy, expanding initiatives that connect the arts with mental health and underserved communities, and celebrating Hawai‘i’s Pacific connections through cultural festivals. We also have our Expert We Trust. Kyle Shimoda of INPAC Wealth breaks down the benefits of Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) for real estate investors. Who is Karen Ewald? Karen Ewald is the Executive Director of the Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (SFCA). Originally from California, she relocated to Hawaiʻi in 2013 and has since built an impressive career spanning over a decade with the SFCA—as an arts administrator, museum director, and now leading the entire organization. Prior to her time in Hawaiʻi, Karen worked at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, overseeing programming, budgeting, and educational outreach. When she’s not busy championing the arts, you might catch her carving waves while surfing or experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes. The Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts has been the state government’s arts agency since 1967, with a mission to promote, perpetuate, preserve, and encourage culture and the arts, history, and the humanities as central to the quality of life of the people of Hawaiʻi. The Foundation administers programs that bring art into public spaces, support local artists, and connect communities with cultural experiences. It also oversees statewide initiatives such as the Art in Public Places Program and the Artists in the Schools Program, ensuring that creativity and cultural heritage remain accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds across the islands. To reach Karen Ewald, you may contact her in the following ways: Phone: 808-586-0300 Email: hawaiisfca@hawaii.gov Website: sfca.hawaii.gov/

Plan and Protect Your Legacy with Amphay Champathong

This week on the Team Lally Real Estate Radio Show, we interview Amphay Champathong of Estate Planning Group. Amphay shares expert insights on the importance of having a proper estate plan, why families sometimes fall short even after creating one, and how thoughtful planning can help preserve both financial and sentimental legacies for future generations. He also discusses how often plans should be reviewed and the potential consequences of going without one. We also have our Experts We Trust. Duke Kimhan of Hawaii Pacific Property Management explains why homeowners should work with Bradley Maruyama of Allstate Insurance, especially when it comes to securing loss of rent coverage. Bradley highlights the importance of having separate policies for flood, tsunami, and earthquake protection. Danny Langerman of DHA Financial provides an update on interest rates, tips for today’s buyers, and how buydown programs can make homeownership more affordable. Who is Amphay Champathong? Amphay Champathong is a Kalihi native and proud graduate of Kalani High School. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, a Master’s in Social Work, and a Juris Doctorate from the William S. Richardson School of Law. As a member of the Hawaii State Bar Association, Amphay dedicates his legal practice to helping families navigate the complexities of estate planning. With a thoughtful and personalized approach, he assists clients with wills, trusts, probate, guardianship, and special needs planning, guiding them through crucial decisions to protect their loved ones and secure their future. Estate Planning Group is committed to helping Hawaii families preserve their legacy with care and clarity. Their team provides comprehensive services including trust creation, will drafting, probate administration, and strategies for special needs and guardianship planning. By blending legal expertise with a client-focused philosophy, Estate Planning Group ensures that each plan is tailored to the unique needs of the individual or family, delivering peace of mind and a clear path for the future. To reach Amphay Champathong, you may contact him in the following ways: Phone: 808-218-9301 Email: amphay@epghawaii.com Website: https://estateplanningwithaloha.com/ | https://www.epghawaii.com/

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Team Lally Testimonials

Genette - "We bought one house and sold that with them, and then bought the current house that we're in, and now we're selling this one. We always had a good experience, so when it came time to sell this one, really we didn't give it a second thought. We just called Ray Wolmers, who we've worked with before, and just got him on board right away. It just seems like with everything they handle every detail, and I love the "team" concept; that there's always somebody who handles everything. They never miss a detail. We did have one instance with our original house where we had the termite inspection, and they actually found termites. We had to have the house tented as that was just one of those where I was so glad they handled all the details for us and got it taken care of. They got it scheduled when we needed it scheduled and found a good price for it. It was just amazing. I wouldn't even consider another realtor here in Hawaii, because they handle everything and they're very professional. They just have always taken care of everything."

Maurice - "My results were very positive. Team Lally was very efficient and always kept me informed during every step of the process. I was never left in the dark wondering what was going on. She worked in the middle between myself and the escrow company or the lender and really just was my point of contact. She would explain any questions I had about the paperwork and kept me informed of what they needed from me. They really did a great job and I appreciated everything they did! "

Peter - "I had been looking at the search function on their website and then Cherie got in touch with me. We started scheduling houses to look at and as soon as I found anything I liked, she would schedule it immediately. She was always able to meet my schedule and willing to drive all over this island to find my house. The whole process went very smoothly! "

Paul - "Team Lally was really helpful and great to work with! They worked to my needs in what I was looking for and were very good at identifying houses that would be a good fit for us. Cherie, our agent was very patient and kept the same enthusiasm from the day I met her through the very last house we ended up purchasing. It was like a breath of fresh air with her professionalism throughout the entire process."

Shawn - "One person that really stood out to us during the whole process was Keli’i. It’s definitely a seller’s market here in Hawaii so houses are on and off the market very quickly. We expressed our frustrations about that with him and that night he was emailing us with prospective houses and times we could go look at them. He really took the initiative and reached out to us. I would recommend Team Lally fully."

Eric - "We had good results when we worked with Team Lally. Our first buyer unfortunately bailed out but it wasn’t for a lack of trying from Team Lally. They put in a lot of effort with their marketing and the exposure of the property. It was all great and they had really good customer service! "

Ryan - "I’ve worked with Team Lally twice now. I’m in the military and was stationed in Hawaii so I reached out to Team Lally to help me buy a home. They were helpful and we found a place quickly that I was happy with. After a few years I had to move for the military and plenty of times Adrienne was able to step in and helped me out when I needed someone to watch the house or find a renter. I didn’t want to rent it because I was coming back maybe 5 months later so Adrienne went out of her way to find someone that was trustworthy to stay there to watch my house and my dog until I came back. They were very understanding of my needs and able to find exactly what they could do to help me. "

Benito -"We were able to get into a house quickly, and it was a pleasant experience. Our Realtor, Kailyn, was constantly checking up with us. When we started to close, she made sure everything was done on time. On top of that, after we had moved in, the marketing manager came to the house to congratulate us. He brought us some gifts, too. I thought that was really great!"

Phil -"We bought a home and sold a home with them. Both experiences were excellent. They helped us with everything we didn’t understand. When I was looking to purchase a home, Adrienne herself picked me up and drove me around to look at homes. She was at our call whenever we wanted to look at a home!"

Brendan -"They were phenomenal! They were very quick to respond to all my phone calls and emails. They gave me great guidance on how to get the house prepped for the open house. We had an offer the first day, and a second offer the next day, and the house pretty much sold itself after that! Alesia Borja was great in the closing process. I had lots of questions because there were so many details that needed to be taken care of in order to close on time. She responded quickly and made lots of phone calls after hours in order to make sure the house closed on time!"

Geri -"I really enjoyed them helping me. We had a lot of paperwork going on at once, because we were selling a condo, purchasing a house, and doing the 1031 Exchange. They really helped out. I was in California, so there was a three hour time difference. I had a lot of questions, and some were pretty early in the morning for them, but they always got back to me promptly. When we were getting ready to sign the final papers, I noticed that the 1031 Exchange wasn’t on there. I got in touch with Alesia from Team Lally, and she helped me out. I enjoyed working with them, and I would do it again!"

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