If you've ever said, "I love Hawaiʻi, but I don't know if I can live here forever" — this episode is for you.

In this episode of The Advisor Podcast, we sit down with Rick Brenkus, a longtime Las Vegas real estate professional and team lead of the Brenkus Team, to talk about what it actually looks like to move from Hawaiʻi to Las Vegas — often called "the 9th island" for how many local families have made the move.

With over 40 years of experience in Nevada real estate, Rick has helped thousands of families navigate buying, selling, relocating, and investing in Las Vegas. In this conversation, he breaks down:

📍 Where Hawaiʻi residents are actually moving to in Vegas — and why
🏡 Average home prices in those areas, compared to Hawaiʻi
💰 The real cost of living: property taxes, HOA fees, utilities, and insurance
🎓 A look at public and private school options
📈 What a smart investment property looks like for a Hawaiʻi resident — including the right move for someone who visits Vegas 2–3 times a year and wants a place they can stay in and rent out
💡 Rick's #1 piece of advice for Hawaiʻi residents making the move
🔑 The one takeaway Rick wishes more people knew before they made the leap

Whether you're seriously considering a move, thinking about investing from afar, or just curious what life on "the 9th island" really looks like — this episode has the numbers and insight to help you make an informed decision.

About The Advisor Podcast
We're Real Estate Wealth Advisors here in Hawaiʻi, and our mission is simple: to help you build, protect, and pass on wealth through real estate. Every episode, we bring you the information and options you need to make a good decision.

📞 If you're thinking about making the move from Hawaiʻi to Las Vegas, you don't have to figure it all out on your own. Reach out to the Ihara Team and we'll connect you with the right resources to help you navigate the next steps.

🌐 Visit iharateam.com to get started

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What are the biggest challenges facing Hawaiʻi's seniors today? And how can families help their loved ones age in place with confidence and dignity?

In this episode of The Advisor Podcast, we sit down with Percy Ihara—former publisher of Generations Magazine, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), and Reverse Mortgage Specialist—to discuss the realities of aging in Hawaiʻi and the resources available to help kupuna live independently for as long as possible. With more than 38 years of mortgage industry experience and over 24 years dedicated to educating seniors, Percy shares practical insights on aging in place, reverse mortgages, caregiving, and financial planning, while also telling the inspiring story behind Generations Magazine—one of Hawaiʻi's most trusted resources for kupuna and their families.

In this episode, you'll learn:
✅ How Generations Magazine began and why it's become a trusted resource across Hawaiʻi
✅ What "aging in place" really means—and why more families are planning for it
✅ How reverse mortgages work and when they can be a smart financial tool
✅ Common myths and misconceptions about reverse mortgages
✅ The biggest challenges facing Hawaiʻi's seniors and their families today
✅ Local resources every kupuna, caregiver, and family should know about

Whether you're planning for your own retirement, helping your parents navigate the next stage of life, or simply want to understand the options available to Hawaiʻi's seniors, this conversation is filled with practical advice, local resources, and decades of experience.

About The Advisor Podcast

We're Real Estate Wealth Advisors based in Hawaiʻi, and our mission is to help families build, protect, and pass on wealth through real estate by providing the education and options needed to make informed property decisions.

🌐 Learn more at iharateam.com

If you found this episode helpful, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Follow The Advisor Podcast for more conversations about:

• Hawaiʻi real estate
• Aging in place
• Reverse mortgages
• Estate and legacy planning
• Wealth-building strategies
• Property decisions

Mahalo for tuning in—we're honored to be your Real Estate Wealth Advisors.

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Buying a home in Hawaii can feel overwhelming—but it doesn't have to be.

In this episode of The Advisor Podcast, Randy Ihara sits down with Katrina Mizuuchi, Mortgage Lending Manager at University of Hawaii Federal Credit Union, to answer the questions every current and future homeowner should know.

Whether you're buying your first home, planning your next move, or simply trying to understand today's lending landscape, this episode breaks down common mortgage myths, credit misconceptions, and practical strategies to help you buy with confidence.

In this episode, you'll learn:
 • Common myths about buying a home in Hawaii
 • How your credit score really impacts your loan options
 • Down payment misconceptions
 • What lenders look for during the approval process
 • Tips to prepare before applying for a mortgage
 • How to make smarter financial decisions as a homebuyer

If you're thinking about buying a home in Hawaii, this episode is a great place to start.

🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share with someone who's planning to buy a home.

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Before you spend another dollar getting your home ready to sell — listen to this first.

In this episode of The Advisor Podcast, Randy Ihara sits down with Dayna Harris from The Ihara Team to break down the biggest mistakes sellers make before putting their home on the market.

With a background in luxury retail merchandising, construction management, and luxury staging, Dayna shares what actually adds value… and what renovations often end up costing sellers money.

In this episode, we cover:
🏡 The upgrades buyers actually care about
🚫 Renovations that can hurt your return
✅ The must-do steps before listing your home
🛋️ Why staging is about creating emotion, not just filling rooms with furniture
💰 How the right preparation can potentially net sellers tens of thousands more

If you're thinking about selling your home, this episode could change the way you prepare for the market.

Learn more at iharateam.com

@iharateam  |  iharateam.com  |  [email protected]

You found the home—but now you’re second guessing everything.

Am I paying too much?
 Should I use the listing agent?
 What happens if something goes wrong after I close?

In this episode, we answer the real questions Hawaii buyers are asking right now so you can move forward with clarity instead of uncertainty.

We walk through how representation works, what to watch out for during the buying process, how to evaluate your offer strategy, and the hidden costs that can impact your decision long after closing.

You don’t need perfect certainty—you need clarity.

If you're thinking about buying in Hawaii and want to make a confident, informed decision, this episode will help you understand your options and protect your future.

To explore your options or connect with our team, visit iharateamhawaii.com

@iharateam  |  iharateam.com  |  [email protected]

Most homeowners think selling a home is simple—put it on the market, accept an offer, and move on.

But the truth is, the small decisions you make along the way can mean tens of thousands of dollars gained or lost.

In this episode, we break down what actually happens when you sell a home in Hawaiʻi—from preparing your home before it hits the market, to creating demand, evaluating offers, and navigating escrow.

We cover:
1. How to prepare your home before it hits the market
2. Which improvements actually add value (and which waste money)
3. What makes buyers stop scrolling and book a showing
4. The 10-day blitz strategy that drives stronger offers
5. What can kill a deal during escrow — and how to protect yourself
6. How to know if you should even sell in the first place

Whether you're selling soon or just exploring your options, this episode gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.

📍 Based in Oʻahu | Helping families build, protect, and pass on wealth through real estate.
🌐 Visit us: iharateamhawaii.com
📩 Thinking about selling? Let's talk. Call us at (808) 427-3006!

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Most people don’t even realize they have a real estate problem.

Everything looks fine on paper. The properties have value. There is no immediate crisis. But stress, confusion, and family tension often build quietly over time.

You may think you don’t have a problem… until you listen to this episode.

In this conversation, we reveal the six hidden real estate problems that create the most conflict and costly delay for property owners. From denial and decision paralysis to financial fear and the urgency gap, we break down why doing nothing is often the most expensive decision of all.

More importantly, we share practical solutions to help you prevent family conflict, reduce stress, and create a thoughtful plan before urgency forces one.

If this episode resonates with you, order Property Decisions by Dan and Julie Ihara. It is a guide designed to help families create clarity, protect harmony, and make confident real estate decisions.

Learn more and order your copy at danihara.com.

@iharateam  |  iharateam.com  |  [email protected]

Most people don’t outgrow their careers overnight.
They slowly realize the room they are in is too small.

This episode of The Advisor Podcast is about that moment.

The quiet question. The uncomfortable curiosity.
The feeling that you are capable of more, but unsure where to put it.

This is not a polished conversation about real estate. It is an honest one. About growth, pressure, tradeoffs, and what actually separates the people who last from those who quietly fade out.

If you have ever wondered whether your environment is helping you grow or holding you back, this episode will stay with you.

And if listening sparks curiosity about starting a career in real estate, you can reach out anytime at [email protected].

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After more than two decades of serving families across Hawaiʻi, Dan and Julie Ihara uncovered a painful truth: the biggest tax mistakes and family conflicts around real estate were often completely preventable.

In this special episode of The Advisor Podcast, Dan sits down with Randy to share the real stories that inspired their new book, Property Decisions, and why this message needed to exist now.

You’ll hear:

• The heartbreaking moments that come from reactive planning
• The misconceptions that quietly cost families hundreds of thousands
• Real success stories where clarity, planning, and guidance changed lives

This episode is about more than real estate. It’s about protecting families, preserving relationships, and making decisions today that prevent regret tomorrow.

📘 eBook preorders are live
 📅 Book launches soon (Launch date to be announced soon)

If legacy, clarity, and peace of mind matter to you, this episode is a must-listen.

@iharateam  |  iharateam.com  |  [email protected]

Most people believe building real wealth through real estate is only for the lucky, the wealthy, or those who timed the market perfectly.

In this episode, we break down why that belief is holding so many families back.

We unpack the biggest myths around buying, investing, and waiting for the “right time,” and reveal what successful families actually do differently when it comes to real estate.

We’re joined by Jarett Kitaoka, the Ihara Team’s top producing agent, who brings real, on-the-ground insight from working with buyers, sellers, and investors across Hawaii every day.

You’ll learn:
 • Why waiting is often more expensive than acting
 • Why you don’t need perfect timing or 20 percent down
 • How real estate helps you build, protect, and pass on wealth
 • Practical strategies families are using today to create clarity and confidence

Whether you’re renting, owning, or sitting on an underperforming property, this episode will challenge how you think about real estate and show you a clearer path forward.

If you want to learn more about how to build, protect, and pass on real estate wealth, subscribe to the podcast and watch our previous episodes for deeper strategies and real stories.

@iharateam  |  iharateam.com  |  [email protected]