About a week and a half ago I was at the office and I get a call on my cellular.Hmm...long distance. Bet it's a telemarketer. Hit ignore. The office phone rings and she asks for ... ME. Wouldn't you know it was her calling on my cellular hahaha! Her husband came back from Iraq and saw my sites all over the internet so they called me. They are Military Relocating to Hawaii in December.
Talk about PRO ACTIVE in their search for a home! We now have an accepted contract (today) and they are flying in from California for their home inspection scheduled for Saturday. (and they get to see Hawaii for the first time in their lives!)
In communities such as the one my clients chose there are maintenance fees.It is a single family home but within a condo ownership association. I spoke with the on-site manager this morning because I wanted to find out what the maintenance fees take care of.
The maintenance fees take care of:
The Ewa Beach, Oahu, Hawaii area has grown tremendously since developers starting building new homes starting from the early 1990's. Located on our Southwestern shore of Oahu, the Ewa Beach area has beaches(One'ula and Ewa Beach Park), surfing spots, parks, golf courses, recreation centers and shopping centersto accommodate the still growing community.
If you are Military Relocating to Hawaii, Relocating due to a job change, Retiring to paradise, or just a change in lifestyle you'll find that you will get more bang for your buck in the Ewa Gentry areas.
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The following statistics for the Ewa Gentry Single Family homes are for the last six months to present. These communities include Ewa Gentry Las Brisas, Ewa GentryTiburon, Ewa Gentry Terrazza, Ewa Gentry Sun Terra, Ewa Gentry Montecito/Tuscany, and Ocean Pointe homes.
Ewa Gentry- Single Family # Active # In Escrow # Sold DOM Average Sales $ 3 bdrm/2.5 ba (1300-1475 sq.ft) 39 11 25 66 $396,000-$545,000 4 bdrm/3 ba (1500-2100 sq.ft.) 56 16 28 76 $448,000-$630,000 5 bdrm/3 ba (1600-2700 sq. ft.) 16 5 6 92 $477,000-$775,000
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Kam Swap Meet is located right across from Pearlridge Shopping Center on the Macy's side. Back when I was a kid it was the local drive in theater. In fact, one time my mom and I went and we both fell asleep and woke up to a bare parking lot! I woke my mom and she took off like a bat out of hell and dragged the speaker thingy out of the ground. She was so scared that she threw it out the window! LOL!
Okay. Back to my story. Kam Swap Meet is a local style swap meet with all the souvenirs, all kinds of clothing, jewelry, arts, polynesian style crafts and such but also with the vegetables, fish, food, plants and some used stuff on the back rows.
This past Saturday I felt the need to restock on some orchid plants. They always seem to die off one by one. :( So we hit it up to the Kam Swap Meet specifically for orchids. And ....some vegetables. And some sliced coconut.
I spent the rest of the afternoon transplanting my orchids (which by the way cost me $19.00 for four of different colors and types) and cleaned out the rest of my little courtyard garden.
The price to pay for an array of colors to look at when at my pc is minimal!
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Kam Swap Meet is open on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. They usually start at the crack of sunlight and they usually start breaking down around noon.
© 2008 Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman's Hawaii Real Estate and Relocation Blog. All rights reserved.
Leeward Community College is located at 96-045 Ala Ike - Pearl City, HI 96782 in Honolulu County on the island of Oahu. Hawaii is so diverse in culture so you can expect the same on college campuses too. With a caring faculty and affordability Leeward Community College has given high quality education since 1968.
Leeward Community College sits on 49 acres with over 6,000 students regularly enrolled every semeter to make it the largest community college in the state of Hawaii.
With liberal arts and career and technical educational programs offered on campus, at off-campus locations in the community, and through distance education courses it is no wonder that students flock from the Central Oahu area to attend the college.
(Both my son and daughter are starting up again next week at Leeward Community College)
Are you Relocating to Hawaii or in the Military Stationed in Hawaii on the Central, Leeward or West side of Oahu?
Do you want to continue your education?
Then, you just may want to look into what LCC has to offer and enroll at Leeward Community College.
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For a 2008-2009 Leeward Community College Catalog click on the following link:
2008 - 2009 Catalog (PDF 4.6MB) update: 08/08
![[ img: Cover of the General Catalog ]](http://www.lcc.hawaii.edu/files/catalog/catalog0809.jpg "[ img: Cover of the General Catalog ]")
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Last Wednesday we met our clients at Kahala - Title Guaranty Escrow to sign documents for the Honolulu Condo we had listed.
I entered the listing into our MLS on July 6th and by that evening I already had an offer in hand. By Tuesday morning we were in contract and opened escrow.
IN CONTRACT IN TWO DAYS! Can't beat that!
On August 1st, I closed the listing in Mililani that had a few bumps along the way but in the end it all worked out. (torn down unpermitted back storage and all) From contract to keys it closed in 38 days! Mililani Single Family Home (4 bdrm/2 bath) SOLD AT $520,000!
On August 14th I closed a sale with another agent in my office for a Hawaii Home Buyer that relocated here from Germany. We opened escrow after two days of showings and closed within 50 days. Mililani Single Family Home (3 bdrm /2 bath) SOLD AT $590,000!
This last one was a grand one. I could not have asked for more with a Buyer's Agent to work alongside of that got back to me promptly, had a very pleasant attitude, skilled and organized and very courteous. After talking with him about the last of the details for keys and such I thanked him and told him that he was very much appreciate and he said the same. We agreed that when all parties involved do everything in a timely manner we all have a smooth and successful transaction.
In closing he said this:
"Sally, this is one of those transactions we both will look back on and wish all of our transactions were like this one". He's right. Every transaction seems to have little snags along the way. This one didn't because everyone was a team player.
Even the escrow and loan officers were very efficient and got answers back to all of us quickly with exceptional service for all involved in both transactions. They were wonderful team players in making this a VERY smooth and successful transition for all as well.
What made this transaction even more special was that our Sellers had been working with a Buyer's Agent for the past year on a home they REALLY wanted. The price came down to where they wanted it (it was overpriced anyway) and their purchase closed (recorded) simultaneously with our sale this morning.
Their dream home came true this morning because of the sale of their property.
Honolulu Penthouse Condo (3 bdrm /2 bath) SOLD AT $510,000!
I love happy endings.
© 2008 Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman's Hawaii Real Estate and Relocation Blog. All rights reserved.
Have you ever wondered about other 'medical' alternatives than just a regular doctor for something like a thrown out back? And if that didn't work have you considered going to a chiropractor? If that doesn't work, then what?
My husband has something pinched in his back /leg and he went to the doctor. He basically got the "I'll give you a prescription" answer and he told them to 'take a hike' (he used other words). Then he went to a Chiropractorand after four weeks of pain, continuing pain and just a bunch of cracks and more pain I told him that we both should look in to acupuncture.
Why? Well, with all my ailments (too many to list here) I can't have people stretching and cracking and pulling and tugging and Gary certainly needs relief at this point.
I went to my Acupuncture appointment this morning. My first experience.
Ahhh.....Massage....oh, yeah (I can sure get to like this). More pressure rubbing (I like this). Then, warmth (lights?) and little taps on needlesgoing in different spots throughout my back, legs and down to my ankle (for my pinched something that is causing my toes to go numb).
Then rubbing my left arm down to my wrist(for carpal tunnel and thumb tendinitis) with massage, pressure and needles.
I'll tell you this: When all was finished (one hour) I was lightheaded and had to sit up for a good 15 minutes before leaving. The pain from my back lessened. My left foot had feeling and barely any pain with feeling starting to come back into my three toes. My wrist and thumb need more work but he said I was babying it (doctors orders) and we needed to get strength back into it.
So...what do cheeseballs have to do with anything? NOTHING...not a darn thing. But they sure tasted good!
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* Acupuncture is the stimulation of acupuncture points on the body to promote balance of the Yin & Yang in the body. (with needles, finger pressure, heat, electricity etc.) Yin & Yang are the fundamental theories behind Chinese medicine, art, government, science etc.Acupuncture can help in virtually any illness, emergency or chronic. It can be helpful for muscular pain/dysfunction, hormonal problems, respiratory ailments, digestive disorders, stress, circulatory, neurological. In China, acupuncture is used in 30% of surgeries in the place of anesthesia.
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More Info: Chi Health Center
Hawaii Relocations, Hawaii Military Relocation Move PCS. Listening to YOUR needs for your Hawaii Home Buying or Hawaii Home Selling experience for a smooth & successful landing! © 2008
Specializing in Hawaii Relocations and your Hawaii Military Relocation for residential sales in all areas and neighborhoods on our island of Oahu. If you are a newcomer to the islands .....I will give you my spirit of ALOHA and personal touch to help you adjust in your Hawaii Relocation- Across the Ocean to Paradise.
Whether a client is a Hawaii buyer or seller I walk each and every one of them step by step (paying great attention to detail) through the entire transaction so they are not "left in the dark". Listening to YOUR NEEDS and discussing all your options to give you a clear view for your Hawaii Relocation.
Serving all clients from all walks of life with the experience and know how to serve all! Also, with many successful VA transactions (and a former military dependent myself) and I have the experience and the know how to represent, assist and guide military personnel and veterans with their Military Relocation to Hawaii and throughout their entire transaction with Integrity, Honesty and Respect.
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Relocating to Hawaii? With our warm climate and breathtaking scenery it's no wonder why everyone (including locals) call it "Paradise"! Hawaii is the choice of many people who prefer a tropical setting to live out their retirement years. It also becomes everyones favorite Hawaii Relocation spot when transferring to the military bases in Hawaii including the Schofield Army Base, Wheeler Army Air Field, Pearl Harbor Navy Base, Hickam AFB, or Kaneohe Marine Corp Air Station. Education, Information and a Good Realtor® is The Art of Hawaii Relocations.
Your Military Relocation to Hawaii and Purchasing Your New Home. The following information is basic but pertinent information to go over before you even pack for your transfer and before considering purchasing your Honolulu County (Oahu) home. Moving across the Pacific Ocean to such a diverse culture may be of a shock and you may want to brush up on a few tips to make your transition a smooth one.
The Military Presence on Oahu, Land Use and other Zoning Laws It is without a doubt that our Hawaiian Islands have little buildable land so it is detrimental to keep all of our zoning and land use laws intact. The Active Duty Military has 3.5% of a population and 10% total with Veterans as well. The majority of our land is Preservation and Conservation land and the following will give you insight
Neighborhoods in Honolulu County and Market Report too! An insight into the different neighborhoods and what they have to offer. You will also get current market statistics in each community for which I wrote for that period.
Honolulu County (Oahu) Weather and Traffic - It is a given that with an island so small and a population of almost one million that we do have peak traffic hours as in any other part of the country. For a look at Oahu's traffic click on the following TRAFFIC CAM to view during peak hours.
Things to Do, History & Places to See - A three part series for a brief, condensed Points of Interest series to learn a little about our island and our so diverse and full of different cultures and ways of life.
Condo or Townhouse Living: Rules to Follow and Steps to Protect: If you are contemplating downsizing then condo / townhouse living may be an option. With maintenance fees for most associations taking care of the bulk of your homeowner's insurance (common elements), and repairs to the outside, roof, grounds and water/trash and sewere this may just be an option.
History of schools and links to Hawaii's Education System A brief look at the history of Hawaii and its school system as well as researching schools and neighborhoods suitable for your family and their Relocation to Hawaii.
Bottom line is this.
It's not easy moving across the Pacific Ocean let alone to a totally different "world" of people,
but you can do it with a little effort, motivation and a great Realtor®!
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If you're Relocating to Hawaii (regardless if it's near future or just wanting to be proactive for the future) contact me to get started with your search for Hawaii Homes for Sale!
© 2008 Celeste "Sally" Cheeseman's Hawaii Real Estate and Relocation Blog. All rights reserved.
Part of transitioning from the military to the civilian life was finding the right placeto live. After having gone 
through a couple realtors unsuccessfully, we found Celeste. She treated us with the ohana spirit and made us a priority. She went above and beyond any expectations that we had for her, to help us find our dreamhome. Having a thorough understanding of our wants and needs, she found us ther ight house at theright price very expediently. We love the quite neighborhoodand close access to schools for our children.If you are looking for your dream home, Celeste is the right person for you! Karen and James D.
Thank you so much for all your help. I know I could not have found a better realtor to help me with the sale! It went very smoothly and I thank you for taking care of everything. Mostof all, I also want to thank you for being my friend (not just a realtor). Not a lot of peoplewould take their work beyond business.. Maria M./Khamseng S.
What an amazing experience! Celeste is on top of it in the real estate market. Not only did she offer expert advice and professionalism,she became a great friend. The entire 30 day escrow experience was a smooth transition an never did we wonder what was going on, Celeste kept us up to date throughout the whole thing. Thank you, Sally...we miss you! The Wheeler Family
Sally...You're the best! Thank you so much for finding us not just a house but a home we can call our own. Take care and God Bless. You'll always be our great friend. Thanks! Jorge and Bless Y.
I found Sally on the internet while my fiance was still deployed to Afghanistan. We were preparing for a military relocation to Hawaii........ Sally was amazing! She made our transition to the islands easy and painless. Not only did we find a great Realtor, we made a new friend!"
Shelly and Chris LIVE on VIDEO: A Hawaii Military Relocation Story Comes to Life
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