Transferring to a new duty station is never an easy task for the Active Duty Personnel, spouse and their dependents. Relocating to a "new land" out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is definitely going to be a geographical change. Okay, more of a geographical shock. I know. I've been in the same position many times throughout my life.
My father was in the US Navy and we traveled all over the Continental United States, then to Yokohama, Japan, onward to Subic Bay, Phillippines and finally came to Honolulu, Hawaii in 1967 where my father was stationed at CINPACFLT, Pearl Harbor. Honolulu, Hawaii. He finally retired two years later and Hawaii became my permanent home. Our permanent duty station so to speak. And my mom was born and raised on Kauai...so she finally made it back home to the islands.
Until,..... I married a US Air Force man and we moved 7 times in 7 years. From here to Minot, North Dakota; Biloxi, Mississippi; Sacramento, California; Izmir, Turkey; back to Hawaii, Plattsburgh, New York; and back here to stay ....permanently.
The Military Veteran makes up approximately 10% (or 34,000) of our population on Oahu and they are a driving force in our community. The knowing what it feels like to be moving to a new home gave me more of a purpose with my military clientele. I care and I know what it's like to have the family uprooted. Friends made and sadness when friends have to part. I can vividly remember each time as a child that I had to say goodbye to the few friends I had made; then as an adult saying goodbye to other military wives who had become wonderful friends....and the tug on the heart strings that are remembered to this day.
It's not easy moving across the Pacific Ocean let alone to a totally different "world" of people but you can do it with effort, motivation and someone who understands.
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Hello Sally,
I work with military families and they are amazing people. They handle the moves so well, not sure I could. I admire their ability to roll with the punches.
Cynthia: It really helps when they have someone to guide them along when they get here as well. When showing buyers around I literally feel it necessary to give them an "excursion" around the different neighborhoods so they can get a feel for it. Being a stranger to a new community is not the most comfortable feeling and if they are buying property it surely isn't the same as base housing :)
What I have found over the years is that the children of military families deal with relocations far better than non-military families.
Moving is difficult for many children, especially teens, but military folks and their children handle it with grace.
Lenn: Children are by far more resilient and bounce back making new friends and such. No matter if they're military or not...moving and relocating to a different area...let alone across the ocean will always be a shock depending on the individual experiencing it first hand.
Sally, I'm loving more of your beautiful pictures, and your post about your personal experiences as a military brat and spouse. You certainly do "get" what's involved in a military relocation move.
Thanks Margaret! It helps for one to know that I've been through the same thing. For me ....well, I wasn't the resilient type. I was an introvert and it took me a long time to make one friend...let alone a couple :)
Sally, this is FABULOUS! No one could understand more about a military move or communicate it better.
Lisa: Ah...but you're doing not so bad yourself :)
Sally, I had no idea you lived in so many places! It is difficult to move and stressful, having someone like you to help would be a blessing to anyone you work with.
Carole: Hey there Carole! Oh, been there and done that...mostly in my younger years. Going all over the world and learning about other people/places/culture and such expands the mind :)
Sally , You capture the real life feelings that people experience and the ones that can equate with them, actually have had them. To understand the private tears, the private thoughts that only those who are leaving their friends, family or even the house they grew up in, know about.
When one losses a friend the heart aches. The truth is, once you know those feelings, one can really appreciate that they are not alone with that. The old expression " misery deserves company" surely must have had its roots in these very positive moving experiences.
Even the expression " a moving experience" likely came from just such feelings. Thought I would share these since you above everyone else would surely understand them.
Thanks William: Though some may believe that it's an easy thing and they 'get used to it' that really isn't the case for many. It helps to have a friendly face and a local resident to help them along with adjusting. I am not just a real estate agent. I do more because I am more :)
There could never be a doubt about that ! You are indeed.
Sally - you make it so easy for someone who is relocating there to want to work with you. Your compassion and understanding for those in the military who are moving is so apparent.
Jeff
Relocating to Hawaii is a challenge I'd LOVE to face. *grin*
William: WooHoo William!
Jeff: Thanks a bunch Jeff!...Countdown!
Karen: Ha! Come on down!
Sally - You never cease to amaze me. You are absolutely one of the most incredible resources on Hawaii.
Thanks Marlene! And just think..we get to meet ...very shortly!
The Military are such a strong part of our community and our market. We are so fortunate to have them.
Hey Randy! Countdown...get going! And yup...the miitary is a strong force in our community!
Sally, I like the new picture. It stands out nicely. Although, it does look like you are in a hurricane.
Sally it is hard to up and move at the drop of a hat. But, if I were in the Army again...what a place to relocate! HAWAII! Come on that's a dream it's like being relocated to Heaven!
Sally Jo, love the new pic, with the big smile and the design.
Sis - My best friend Micky was in the Army and is working overseas in Iraq as a Civilian Contractor now making big bucks....but the hours and climate can be grueling. I'm going to send him a link to your Blog because I have a feeling he would love to live in the beautiful land of Hawaii someday.
Sally, great work as usual. I love the new photo. I almost missed you in my "subscribed" list. I has a dynamic quality which is cool! I am so glad relocation marketing is working for you. Nice package!
Sally- Excellent......it is so obvious that you know how it feels, and this must transfer to your business. I can see that people that contact you would have a very empathic, and knowledgeable REALTOR (R)......Oh, and hey, that new picture is quite nice :)
Dan: We do get those here sometimes lol!
Danny: WooHoo Danny! Well, if you're ever out our way give me a buzz!
Laurie: Thanks Auntie!
Lil Bro: I have a client (buddy) who bought/sold and now over there working civilian and making big bucks too. He is planning on buying again when he gets back.
Jeanean: I like working with the military who just arrive. I get to take them on an excursion!
Kathy: I like to let the public know a little of me and what I went through too as military dependent. It was not easy all the time. And thanks! Seems I'm using Christmas pictures...the one before was from 2006 and this one is this past Christmas :)
Sally, it is great that you are letting people know that you are not only a Realtor that has experience with Relocations, but that you also have several personal experiences in Relocating yourself. You are not only able to help them with their move, but can also identify with what they are going through.
By the way I like what you have done to your picture :)
George: I believe that people relate to a person who has gone through the same things and I do know what it is like as a dependent. Both as a child and adult....And oh, thanks for the compliment. :)