Zita Annen

Born in Switzerland, Zita was raised in a family that owned a Gruyere cheese–making business that was over a century old. During her long career with Lufthansa German Airlines, she was the first female hired to be the airline's Catering Manager in the USA.

Zita left the food industry to earn her real estate license in California in 1995 and her Hawaiian Real Estate license in 2002. Living on the Big Island of Hawaii in Kailua Kona for over a decade has perfected her abilities to put herself in your shoes. As your agent, she is efficient, persistent, and patient and enjoys guiding you through every step of the purchasing and selling processes.

Real estate with Zita is easy. Choose her to be the focal point of your support team and allow yourself to be lifted and sustained by her optimistic spirit, hard work, and commitment to your 5-STAR experience.

Venture Sotheby’s International Realty

78-6831 Alii Dr., Suite 163
Kailua Konna, HI 96740

(808) 895-9297

Recent Articles

01 Aug 2022

10 Pro Tips for a Smooth Home Move

by Zita Annen

The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. On the contrary, you still have quite a bit to...

30 Jun 2022

7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

by Zita Annen

No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to...

01 Jun 2022

Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022

by Zita Annen

The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19%...

01 May 2022

5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market

by Zita Annen

Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of...

01 Apr 2022

Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale

by Zita Annen

We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting...

01 Mar 2022

Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types

by Zita Annen

The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars,...

01 Feb 2022

8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022

by Zita Annen

There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the...

01 Jan 2022

A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022

by Zita Annen

Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August...

01 Dec 2021

20 Unique Home Gifts for Every Person on Your List

by Zita Annen

Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded-last minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful,...

01 Nov 2021

New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?

by Zita Annen

Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association...

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Sold | 3 BR | 2 BA | 1,924 sqft

Old Hawaiian charm meets modern European design. Located above Keauhou Bay in Pu’uloa, a desirable older established neighborhood. To take a tour of the home, please copy/paste: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=U6xkxB6JmP7&mls=1 This meticulously maintained home revealing true...