When Jonelle Tsunezumi walked into the Hawaii Home- Ownership Center (HHOC) four years ago, she had a dream of owning a home in Kapolei for her and her four young children. To get started on that dream, she took homebuyer education classes and left feeling knowledgeable and empowered. HHOC instructor Dale Tomei presented Tsunezumi with […]

Interested in being a landlord? Rental investments can be a challenge, as well as, be financially rewarding. From evaluating properties, managing the list of to-dos, and negotiating deals, first-time investors may feel overwhelmed at times. First, let’s take a look at a couple of options before purchasing your rental property. Long-Term Rentals – Location is […]

Oahu’s Windward Coast is 34 scenic miles extending from Kahuku Point in the north to Makapuu Point in the south. The Windward Oahu region itself is unrivaled in its natural beauty and dramatic contrasts – from its pristine white-sand beaches washed by turquoise waters to the verdant vertical cliffs of the Koolau Mountain Range. In […]

LAURENE H. YOUNG, (B) MPM, RMP, REALTOR Young Hawaii Homes, Inc. 2011 President, Oahu Chapter National Association of Residential Property Managers Q. I have an apartment building built in the 60’s. Some of my tenants have been there a long time and I haven’t raised their rents much. They keep calling me for repairs and […]

Last month, hundreds of residents moved into their brand-new digs in two of Kakaako’s latest, high-profile condominium projects: Keauhou Place and Anaha. This influx of residents — the majority of whom are owner-occupants — is a testament to the neighborhood’s soaring popularity. Living in Honolulu’s hippest neighborhood, however, can come with a premium price tag. […]