How does a 5-night stay at the Fairmont Orchid sound? With our rewards program, that is a perk you can earn...easily! Our rewards program is called the Pule Program - meaning "Blessed". In today's podcast Dan Polimino with #TheHawaiiTeam walks your through how the program works, how to earn points, and how those points translate to a possible FREE 5-night stay at the luxurious Fairmont Resort.

Our most frequently requested topic: Short Term Vacation Rentals.

Video version of this podcast: https://youtu.be/4G-jc7RZ2fI

In today's episode, Dan explores an important part of living in Hawaii - finding community for youth and teens in Kona. In this case, Dan visits his church, Living Stones located oceanside in Kailua-kona. Besides the breathtaking location, the church offers an amazing youth program geared specifically for junior high and high school kids. So, if you are looking to move to Hawaii and wondering if there are supportive youth actvities for teens...the answer is YES!

See the video version here which will show the visuals and charts: https://youtu.be/0H9gwJJUY-g

Here are some details on this potentially controversial system of assessing fees on borrowers with higher credit scores.

If you have any questions about the new rule, or if you want to see how it may affect your borrowing power, give us a call! (808) 913-0899

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The Big Island real estate market is in a state of flux. While there are still plenty of buyers in the market, inventory is low and prices are on the rise. In this episode, we'll take a closer look at the latest trends in the Big Island real estate market and discuss what it means for buyers and sellers.

Visit our website to learn more about buying or selling a home on the Big Island and contact us today to schedule a consultation with a Dan Polimino or Chris Machold, local real estate experts here on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Here is another recommendation for you if you are visiting (or living) on the Big Island. We love going to the Food Court at the Queens Marketplace at Waikoloa. With a variety of options there is something to please everyone...and it's all delicious. If you've been to the food court, what is your favorite place?

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Let's talk about our Buyer's Guarantee. We are very confident that you will love your home here on the Big Island, but if something comes up that makes you want to sell within 3 months of your purchase from us, we will sell it for you at no cost. That's right - no listing fees if you decide to sell within 3 months! You can't go wrong. Give us a call for details or if you'd like to get started in your journey for your next home in Hawaii.

With us, the answer is always YES! That's right, when you hire The Hawaii Team, we have such an elevated level of service, that we will always deliver when you need something. We understand that buying or selling in Hawaii is sometimes a unique endeavor and making sure it is an easy process is our specialty.

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Tommy Bahama is more than island-inspired clothes...here are the Mauna Lani beach resort, it is also a fantastic restaurant! We are always on the look out for great places to dine here on the Big Island...and we love passing along these great spots to you. If you are looking for great island vibes along with delicious food - look no further than Tommy Bahama!

If you are relocating to Hawaii, there are many little thing you may not have thought about.  Little things, but very important things like where to do your banking.  In today's video, Dan takes you to his preferred personal bank - a credit union to be precise. Conveniently located in Kailua-Kona,   Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union offers great customer service and a variety of products.  With this credit union it feels like a small community setting, so Dan gives you names of his contacts at HCFCU -- tell them Dan sent you!  #hawaiilife #thehawaiiteam #bank #bigisland