Big Island & Real Estate Blog

Why is Life So Sweet on the Hamakua Coast?

Why is Life So Sweet on the Hamakua Coast?

There is so much to love about living on the Hamakua Coast. Rich Hawaiian history and culture, cooler temperatures, cattle and horses on a thousand grass-covered hills, tiny towns, expansive ocean...

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Is Off-Grid Living for You?

Is Off-Grid Living for You?

Living off-grid isn’t for everyone. It takes a bit of an adventurous spirit and makes me think back to the pioneer days. But, if you want to ultimately save money, reduce your carbon footprint, go...

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The Time to Sell & Buy is Now!

The Time to Sell & Buy is Now!

Many folks, both kama’aina and mainlanders, continue to ask me if this is a good time to buy or sell a home, condo or land. The answer is YES! Why? Let’s take a quick look…MORTGAGE RATES...

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Hawaii Home Buying 101

Hawaii Home Buying 101

Thinking about buying a home or land? The concept may be familiar or overwhelming to you. Either way, here is the best place to start... STEP ONE – Contact Me Let’s set up a time to meet, either in...

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Maps of the Big Island

TMK Zones & Sections Click on the TMK Zones map to see a larger versionOf all the maps available, the TMK map, in my opinion, is the most useful in understand the Big Island. As you can see,...

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What Does That Word Mean?

General Big Island = Hawaiʻi Island Hale = home or house Hui = the gathering place Kai = ocean, sea Lanai = porch, deck, veranda Lehua = blossom of the ohiʻa tree Mauka = upcountry Makai = seaward...

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