Hidden away in central Oahu is a one-of-a-kind, 128-acre estate located near the end of Meheula Parkway, the main highway through Mililani Mauka. Accessed from Kapanoe Street, the historic property is easily missed and a surprising discovery in an area that consists primarily of master-planned subdivisions. A long private drive, entered through an iron gate, […]

For those planning to make the move to an assisted living community, the incidental costs of long-term care services are a major concern. While Medicare and health insurance help cover the costs for medical services, it typically does not cover long-term care. Shari Motooka-Higa, Certified Senior Advisor said, “Coming to grips with the possibility of […]

Twentieth in a series A creative, customized architectural solution was required to maximize living space and privacy for a challenging lot in the heart of Kahala. Architect Mel Choy of Media5 Architecture created a unique site plan, structural design, and interior finishes for the home, which was recently completed at 970 Waiohinu Drive. The luxurious […]

If you are one of the millions of Americans paying 15 percent or more interest on credit card balances and carrying a revolving balance greater than $10,000, that debt is costing you a bundle in interest payments. According to bankrate.com, the average American pays more than 16 percent in interest. If you are carrying between […]

Tony Dias Branch Manager Veterans United Home Loans of Hawaii NMLS #222836 Military borrowers have access to the most powerful home purchasing program on the market. So it stands to reason that the same would hold true when it comes to a refinance loan. A mortgage refinance allows borrowers to capitalize on historically low interest […]