How the Hawaii Buyer Rebate Works
When you buy a home in Hawaii, the seller typically offers a buyer agent commission — usually 2% to 3% of the sale price. With a traditional agent, they keep the entire commission. With ShopProp, we charge a flat fee starting at $1,995 and rebate the difference directly to you at closing.
On a $1,000,000 Hawaii home with a 2.5% buyer commission ($25,000), your rebate would be $20,005. On a $2,000,000 home, you'd get $45,005 back. The higher the home price, the bigger your rebate.
Every ShopProp buyer in Hawaii works with a managing broker — not just a solo agent. That means higher expertise, better negotiation, and full-service representation at a fraction of the cost.
Biggest Buyer Rebates in Hawaii
Here's what ShopProp buyers save in Hawaii's highest-value markets:
| City | Median Price | Est. Rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Wailea | $2,000,000 | $48,005 |
| Kailua | $1,200,000 | $28,005 |
| Lahaina | $1,200,000 | $28,005 |
| Princeville | $1,200,000 | $28,005 |
| Hawaii Kai | $1,100,000 | $25,505 |
| Koloa | $1,000,000 | $23,005 |
| Kaneohe | $950,000 | $21,755 |
| Maui | $950,000 | $21,755 |
| Kailua Kona | $850,000 | $19,255 |
| Kihei | $850,000 | $19,255 |
| Kapolei | $800,000 | $18,005 |
| Mililani | $800,000 | $18,005 |
| Wailuku | $800,000 | $18,005 |
| Honolulu | $750,000 | $16,755 |
| Kona | $750,000 | $16,755 |
| Pearl City | $750,000 | $16,755 |
| Waimea | $750,000 | $16,755 |
| Aiea | $700,000 | $15,505 |
| Ewa Beach | $700,000 | $15,505 |
| Waipahu | $650,000 | $14,255 |
*Rebates estimated based on 2.5% buyer commission minus ShopProp flat fee. Actual rebate depends on commission offered by seller.
Why Buyer Rebates Are Legal in Hawaii
Buyer rebates are fully legal in Hawaii. The Hawaii Real Estate Commission permits agents to rebate a portion of their commission to buyers. The U.S. Department of Justice actively supports commission rebates as pro-consumer and pro-competition.
Despite this, most Hawaii agents don't offer rebates because it cuts into their income. ShopProp was built differently — our flat-fee model is designed from the ground up to pass savings to you.
How It Compares to Traditional Agents
On a $800,000 Hawaii home:
| Model | Buyer Pays | You Get Back |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Agent (2.5%) | $20,000 (from commission) | $0 |
| ShopProp Flat Fee | $3,995 | $16,005 |
What You Get With ShopProp in Hawaii
Managing broker on every transaction. Not just an agent — a broker with higher licensing, more education, and legal authority to oversee your deal. This is ShopProp's core differentiator and has been since 2007.
Full-service representation. Home tours, offer writing, negotiation, inspection coordination, and closing support. The rebate doesn't mean less service — it means a different business model.
4,000+ transactions. ShopProp has closed thousands of deals across the country, with deep experience in Hawaii markets.
Hawaii Real Estate Markets
Hawaii's island real estate market is unique — limited land supply, strong demand from both residents and mainland buyers, and premium prices across all islands.
Oahu (Honolulu): The most populated island, home to Honolulu, Kailua, Kaneohe, and Kapolei. Prices range from $650,000 condos to multi-million dollar beachfront estates. Every dollar back matters in this high-cost market.
Maui: Wailea, Kihei, and Lahaina offer resort-style living. Home prices are consistently high, making buyer rebates especially valuable — often tens of thousands of dollars back.
Big Island (Hawaii Island): Kailua-Kona and Hilo offer more affordable options compared to Oahu and Maui, but prices are still well above mainland averages. ShopProp's flat-fee model makes island homeownership more accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
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