Do you often think of the best way to live your life, or is that best left to philosophers? Perhaps raising a family, holding down a job, and paying off a mortgage is enough to have on your plate at any one time.
My name is Victor. I am 70 years old. My story is about how I overcame things to reach the goal of finding happiness in Hawaii.
Lucky us
What is it distinct about Ocean View? Sperling’s Best Places has Ocean View in the South Part of the Big Island listed as one of the best climates in the world and compares with San Diego, which usually takes the number one spot. You can buy into Ocean View for a price that’s affordable…
Buying Vacant Land Hawaii FAQ
My name is Irina. I am a Realtor on the Big Island working within the community. So many questions when someone wants to buy a piece of vacant land on the Big Island. I made Vacant land Buyer’s guide out of 12 most frequent questions from my clients.You can get it upon submitting a form. Mahalo.
What makes Hawaii a home?
Aloha! My name is Irina. I am a realtor on the Big Island of Hawaii. Making videos to feature my listings started with making my first video for this beautiful poem ‘Slow me down Lord’. I put the words of this poem into videos of our trips to Hawaii, California, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Florida. Hope you will enjoy it. Mahalo.
Insight Into Building on the Big Island
What do I need to know about building and permitting on the Big Island? As you know in tropical climate closing up houses and installing drywall will raise energy costs and encourage mold, fungus and insects. What Building Code is used by the State of Hawaii?
Communities on the South and more
What part of the Big Island is the most affordable? For quite a long period of time the answer was the Southern Part. The situation on the market is not the same as it was two years ago but the subdivisions are the same. My name is Irina. I am a realtor on the Big Island of Hawaii. This video is about subdivisions, lifestyle, recreation places in the South. If you are interested in buying in one of the subdivisions please contact me for “what is on the market?”. Mahalo.
Small business ideas on the Big Island
In 7 out of 10 conversations with my clients I am asked about local businesses on the Big Island. What kind of business are people in that can afford living in Hawaii? What business can I do on the Big Island? I found this question interesting to answer and decided to make a video. I…
Who is my neighbor on the Big Island?
Who is my neighbor is the most important question to answer when move to the Big Island. Is my future neighbor hospitable to his neighbor? Is the area kid-friendly? Does the community design and social structure encourage healthy living and well-being?
Hawaii vs Mainland
Everyone told me that Hawaii is going to be an expensive place to live. Is it so? Here are some facts that we personally experienced since 2014 which is when we bought our first house on the Big Island of Hawaii.
Second home on the Big Island
I have a family and we love to spend vacation in Hawaii. Hawaii is 50th state of the USA. It became a state in 1959 and since then the interest in this state has never been lost. If admiration by beauty, experiencing peace and serenity moved you as far as buying a second home, then find your options in the guide.
A True Story About Aging in Hawaii
This is a true story of aging on the Big Island. The number of older adults 60 years of age and older is increasing. It is expected to triple from 2000 to 2030 to over half of the population in Hawaii County. What are chronic diseases of Hawaii’s older adults?
Embrace Hawaii with all sensors
What makes Hawaii a land of enchantment? When a visitor comes to the isalnd he/she is enchanted by Hawaiian way of treating visitors with Aloha, and by Hawaiian music: songs and dance. Hula dance is something that will help to embrace Hawaii with all sensors. Hula is for everyone. Join a group.
The eighth wonder of Ocean View
When he bought his land, he may have assumed that all he needed was room for an unpermitted house (shack), a swimming pool catchment tank, two parking spots, and a modest garden. What did he do with the rest of the lot? The group of activists in HOVE approached the police regarding abandoned vehicles on the property.
Blessing of Disappointment in HOA
Aloha! My name is James. When I first considered moving to the island of Hawaii, I had just gone through a very bad experience with an HOA from hell. I was surprised to find that the vast majority of properties for sale on the Island of Hawaii had Homeowners Associations. To my relief many of them were relatively benign, others were anything but. Among benign communities I hang hat on …
Organic garden on the Big Island
My name is Irina. I am a Realtor on the Big Island with Coldwell Banker. My customers asked me about growing organic food. I strongly believe in disclosures done by professionals. I made this video of an organic garden which Master Gardeners started in 2015 in Ka’u District. What can grow? How to avoid rock? What’s a secret to a good crop? Enjoy watching. From my heart to yours, Irina.
Climate map for Hawaii dream home
Hawaii is well known because of the climate! What is the best way to choose the location for living on the Big Island? Out of 5 major climates in the world: Tropical, Dry, Temperate, Continental, Polar you will experience 4!