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Harry M. Pritikin, R(PB)
Hawaii Real Estate Professor · Big Island Specialist · Principal Broker
Who Harry Is
Mission
"Helping mainland buyers make informed decisions before they purchase property on the Big Island of Hawaii."
Harry's educational approach is built on the belief that Big Island real estate is fundamentally different from mainland real estate — and that most buyers don't know what they don't know until it's too late. His entire practice is structured around closing that gap before an offer is written.
Areas of Geographic Expertise
Harry helps buyers compare and choose between the following Big Island communities based on lifestyle, climate, investment goals, retirement planning, and long-term ownership.
Kona
Sunny, ocean activity, walkable downtown, most buyer demand
Waikoloa
Resort corridor, master-planned, consistent sunshine
Kohala Coast
Luxury resorts, estate properties, ultra-low rainfall
Waimea
Upcountry cool climate, ranching community, pastoral
Hilo
Lush, affordable, arts and university community, east side rain
Puna
Rural, affordable, geothermal activity, lava zone awareness critical
Hamakua
Dramatic coastline, agriculture, rainforest, remote character
Kaʻū
Remote, raw, the island's southern reaches, lowest prices
Subject Expertise
- ✦Lava Zones (USGS 1–9) and property risk
- ✦Leasehold vs. Fee Simple title structures
- ✦Catchment water vs. county water vs. private well
- ✦Short-term vacation rental (STVR) regulations
- ✦Ohana unit rules and rental potential
- ✦Hawaii property tax rates and owner-occupant exemptions
- ✦Hawaii conveyance tax on purchases and sales
- ✦1031 exchanges involving Hawaii real estate
- ✦Short sales and distressed property
- ✦Due diligence for mainland buyers
- ✦Big Island homeowner's insurance quirks
- ✦Financing for Hawaii investment and second homes
- ✦Big Island retirement and relocation planning
Publications
Buyer Education Resources
Harry's cornerstone content — written for mainland buyers who want to understand the Big Island before they decide to buy.
What Big Island Buyers Must Know
5 things most agents never cover: lava zones, water, access, location realities, and the questions you must ask.
Where to Buy on the Big Island
Area-by-area comparison of Kona, Waikoloa, Kohala, Waimea, Hilo, Puna, Hamakua, and Kaʻū.
Big Island Property Due Diligence (The Harry Check™)
Harry's 47-point framework covering lava zones, water, access, title, zoning, and more.
Hawaii Real Estate Library
8 in-depth lessons: buyer agency, leasehold, 1031 exchanges, short sales, ohana units, lava zones, property taxes.
Big Island Buyer's Field Guide
Free flipbook covering the Big Island buying process from start to finish.
Credentials & Contact
Full name: Harry M. Pritikin
License: Hawaii Principal Broker R(PB) — Hawaii Real Estate Commission
Brokerage: Pritikin Realty, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 96740
Phone: 808-989-3491
Email: trustharry@aloha.net
Website: https://pritikinrealty.com
Facebook: facebook.com/harrypritikin