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Place Names of Hawaii
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“Place Names of Hawaii” by Mary Kawena Pukui, Samuel H. Elbert and Esther T. Mookini, is an exceptional and important reference book for anyone who is interested in the Hawaiian language or anyone who just wants to know the meaning behind the names of streets, towns, valleys, land sections, fish ponds, craters, mountains, streams, islands, churches, buildings, et cetera.
Every entry has an English translation of the Hawaiian name (when possible) as well as background information. It...
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October Real Estate Update
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This month’s Oahu real estate market report… Up first, the 3rd quarter video update, followed by the resale figures for October.
The Honolulu Board of REALTORS® released the following resale figures for October 2010. According to the analysis conducted by the Board, using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, the statistics are:
Single Family
# of Sales
Median Price
Current Month
241
$595,750
Last Month
278
$620,000
This Month Last...
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Hawaii rated tax paradise for retirees
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Kiplinger.com recently ranked the top 10 tax-friendly states for retirees based largely on each locale’s treatment of Social Security benefits, pensions and other types of typical retirement income.
Along with nine other U.S. states, Hawaii ranked among the top ten because it exempts Social Security benefits as well as military, federal, state and local pensions, and some private pensions from state income taxes.
Filed under: Island Life, Moving to Hawaii
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Yelp Honolulu
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One way to learn more about your new island home is Yelp. Yelp is a user review site that helps to connect people with great local businesses like dentists, hair stylists and mechanics. More than 38 million people visited Yelp in August of 2010, writing over 12 million local reviews. In addition to reviews, you can use Yelp to find events, special offers, lists and to talk with other Yelpers.
You can Yelp on your phone at http://m.yelp.com, or use Yelp for iPhone and Blackberry. Learn more...
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Clubs for Newcomers & Moms
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Visit the directory of Newcomers Clubs, Women’s Groups, Moms Clubs & Dads organizations in Hawaii, designed to give men and women the opportunity to meet and develop friendships with others living nearby. These are great groups which encourage members to learn about your new home, its culture, activities, lifestyle, and to develop friendships by sharing interests and hobbies with each other.
Some of the different groups in the directory include Newcomers Club , New Neighbors,...
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August Real Estate Update
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The Honolulu Board of REALTORS® released the following resale figures for the month of August 2010. According to the analysis conducted by the Board, using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, the statistics are:
Single Family
# of Sales
Median Price
Current Month
224
$645,239
Last Month
269
$604,500
This Month Last Year
239
$560,000
Condominium
# of Sales
Median Price
Current Month
289
$307,500
Last...
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Shipping Your Car to O'ahu
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For many O’ahu newcomers it makes good sense to ship your automobile to O’ahu. Shipping rates will vary depending on point of origination. Here are some things to remember:
Check the liability coverage offered on your car from your insurance carrier as well as the company shipping it,
Your vehicle will be inspected upon departure for damage including windshield/window cracks. Make sure the vehicle exterior is clean & repair such damage prior to shipping or difficulties may...
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NonStop Entertainment InsideOut
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The shake up earlier this year at the Honolulu Advertiser as it was morphed into the Honolulu Star Advertiser, caused a shuffle in a number of local newspaper jobs on O’ahu and has resulted in two new entertainment sources launched this month on the island.
InsideOut magazine is O’ahu’s newest source for keeping up-to-date on Hawaii's dining, travel and entertainment scene; the islands' finest restaurants, travel features, the latest stage productions, concerts, festivals and...
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Oahu Real Estate Q2 2010
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Kahala Associates presents the Oahu Real Estate Market Report – Q2 2010. Kahala Associates is a wholly agent-owned, luxury real estate brokerage firm located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The firm was selected to be a member of the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® as well as a charter member of The Luxury Portfolio Fine Property Collection®. (www.kahalaassociates.com)
Filed under: Real Estate, Video
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July Real Estate Update
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HONOLULU – The Honolulu Board of REALTORS® released the following resale figures for the month of July 2010. According to the analysis conducted by the Board, using data collected from its computerized Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, the statistics are:
Single Family
# of Sales
Median Price
Current Month
268
$605,000
Last Month
293
$580,000
This Month Last Year
266
$595,000
Condominium
# of Sales
Median Price
Current...
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