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CHASING A DREAM Living in Paradise
My family and I moved to chase a dream. We fell in love with Hawaii for its culture, its way of life, and its outdoor lifestyle. We always said we would retire here, but the passing of my father taught us that life is short, and tomorrow is never promised, so why wait? No one wants to admit change is scary. We would be moving to an island in the middle of the Pacific where we didn’t know anyone and had only been to a handful of times. I’m a big risk taker and my wife takes comfort in the status quo, so we went back and forth over the decision for a while.
the whole journey was that my passion was actually in helping people obtain their dreams.
We would have to take our children out of a supportive
I enjoy helping those who are buying their first home and starting on a path to building wealth. I really love that aspect of it, and though it wasn’t my intent, it’s where I have found my motivation. When my wife and I purchased our first house to flip, we ended up with a few miscalculations and were unable to resell it for a profit. We ended up turning it into our first rental property and putting tenants in there for about 10 years before eventually selling the house. Rather than investing in property used for flipping and reselling, we started accumulating rental properties over the next 5–6 years. It was those rental properties that allowed us to make the move to Hawaii! The purchase of these rental properties and building equity in them for several years is what gave us the financial means to move. We boarded the plane to Hawaii on July 10, 2018, and set off! After years of preparing and working toward this goal, everything worked out and we were finally here. Every day, we went to a new beach, tried new food, went on a different hike, and it was beautiful. We explored our new home with voraciousness. Though we were initially met with a few stumbling blocks, we came back stronger and wiser. We proved to ourselves that we can be brave and go for it. After about nine months, we found an incredible group of friends and a supportive community. Sometimes, when I look around and see this amazing life we have built in our new home, I have to pinch myself because it feels like a dream. When in reality, after years of chasing, we had finally caught ours.
school and community where they were thriving to move them to a whole new location. But surprisingly enough, the kids didn’t blink an eye! We had a big house with closets bursting at the seams, and the kids were quick to dump their things into trash bags. We never realized all the
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things we had accumulated over the years, but they were just that: things. Our family was the most important thing coming to Hawaii with us. I’ve been a licensed Realtor for 16 years now and have sold more than 1,000 homes. Originally, I got into real estate
with the intent of being a full-time investor. That was the plan — buying and flipping homes — and I thought getting my license would allow me to learn the business from the inside. However, what I discovered in I ENJOY HELPING THOSE WHO ARE BUYING THEIR FIRST HOME AND STARTING ON A PATH TO BUILDING WEALTH. I REALLY LOVE THAT ASPECT OF IT, AND THOUGH IT WASN’T MY INTENT, IT’S WHERE I HAVE FOUND MY MOTIVATION.
-Jason L. Mitchell
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While we adjusted to spending more time at home, 2020 and 2021 were the years of online workouts, and they are only becoming more popular. The ease of burning calories and building strength right from the comfort of your own home is enticing and practical! Online workouts save time and money, offer privacy, and are flexible. In fact, getting in a quick 20-minute workout has never been easier! THE TOP 5 ONLINE WORKOUTS TODAY GET IT DONE!
Here are some of the best tried and proven online workout programs to check out.
Crunch Fitness Live Crunch Fitness has many physical locations nationwide, but they also have a fabulous online workout program that offers tons of variety, new movements, and on-the-fly workouts tailored to your individual fitness level and needs. Over 85 workouts are available 24/7, and you can even customize your workout and playlist!
“The stars truly aligned when I met Sachi and Jason! I had used another agent for over a month, made multiple bids on different properties, and felt like giving up. After briefly speaking with Sachi, she reassured me that we would find the perfect fit. Being a skeptical New York girl, I didn’t think much of this. Lo and behold, we won the first bid! She showed me properties for one day, we made one bid, and within 45 days I was in my new home. I cannot thank these two enough. They were
E.F.F.E.C.T. Fitness on Demand This boot camp-style workout program is available for free on Instagram live or on-demand. Those who have tried it are raving about the energy of the classes, the virtual community presence, and the variety of movements offered. It will build your stamina, strengthen your body, and have you sweating in minutes! Daily Burn This workout program features both group workouts and one-on-one training. With thousands of choices, you can mix it up freely. One day, you can engage in weightlifting, and the next day, you can be bending and twisting with yoga. From cardio to Pilates, Daily Burn has it all! Nike Training Club From the comfort of your home, you can take part in a wide variety of workouts with trainers available to meet you where you’re at and help you achieve your fitness goals. Whether mobility, strength, or weight loss is your goal, Nike Training Club has multiple options available for you. Best of all, it’s free! Peloton App By now, you’ve surely heard of Peloton, the revolutionary stationary bike. But it’s much more than a bike! The app offers both on-bike training and fun rides and tons of off-bike workouts to keep things mixed up!
SALES OF O‘A
Condos Fall Nearly a Quarter in July More than 300 single-family homes and more than 500 condos sold in August, which is near pre-pandemic annual average closed sales per month for single- family homes and above average for condos. Median sales prices remained on pace with recent months, with August’s single-family home median sales price rising 7.2% year-over-year to $1,125,500 and the condo median sales price marking a nominal decline of 0.3% to $498,500.
SINGLE-FAMILY MARKET
“As market activity continues to slow with the rise in interest rates, it’s important for buyers to remember that homeownership is still possible,” said *Chad Takesue, president of the Honolulu Board of REALTORS®*. “More than 250 properties on O‘ahu, most of which were condos, sold for under $500,000 last month.” While new listings fell 17.2% for single-family homes and 15.7% for condos, active inventory increased 43.3% for single-family homes and 12.9% for condos, though this lags behind pre-pandemic levels. A larger share of new listings remained active at the end of the month — 61% compared to 46% last August for single-family homes and 59% compared to 48% for condos — which is another indication of the cooling market. In both markets, properties that sold in August were on the market for a median of 13 days.
For those times when a quick at-home workout
is just what you need, or the gym is just not your cup of tea, these online classes and programs are your perfect go-to!
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AHI POKE allrecipes.com/recipe/12870/ahi-poke-basic INGREDIENTS • 2 lbs fresh tuna steaks, cubed • 1 cup soy sauce • 3/4 cup green onions, chopped • 2 tbsp sesame oil • 2 tbsp macadamia nuts, finely chopped • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds • 1 tbsp crushed red pepper (optional) DIRECTIONS 1. Place tuna in a medium non- reactive bowl. 2. Add soy sauce, green onions, sesame oil, sesame seeds, macadamia nuts, and red pepper flakes; mix well. 3. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
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4 Introduce Dogs and Cats Like a Pro
HELP YOUR FUR BABIES FIND HARMONY! HOW TO INTRODUCE YOUR DOG AND CAT
For a quick start, try a face-to-face introduction. Many people will try a face-to-face introduction first, but you can do this after desensitization as well. Before the introduction proceeds, both animals must be calm. One person should hold your dog on a loose lead, and pay attention to the dog’s body language while approaching the cat. If your dog has been taught commands, have it sit or lie down. Dogs that are too fixated on the cat — such as staring at the cat, displaying stiff body language, and not listening when its name is called — may try to lunge and chase your cat. In that case, a desensitizing introduction will be needed. However, if the dog is relaxed, try to allow the cat to approach. Another person should watch your cat’s body language. If the cat is calm — isn’t raising its back or hissing at the dog — it can be allowed to approach the dog. A dog training technique known as Look at That (LAT) can be viewed on YouTube, which may aid in teaching your dog to remain calm when meeting new animals and people. No matter the method, we hope this guide provides important starter tips to turn your furry housemates into best buddies for years to come!
Everyone knows that cats and dogs don’t get along ... or do they? There are a few ways you can help encourage your pets to get along, but it starts during the early, crucial moments of your pets’ introduction. For a gentle start, try desensitization. Let’s face it: Your dog is way more excited to meet your cat than vice versa! However, your dog may react dangerously to your cat, especially if it is still a kitten. The dog’s prey drive may kick in, causing overexcitement, and even seemingly harmless playtime can lead to fatal injury. One way to solve this is to “desensitize” your dog and get it accustomed to your cat’s presence. To do this, separate your cat and dog and only allow them to view each other at specific times. You could set up a room for your dog or cat (which includes food, toys, and, if a cat, litter box), and a tall gate that
your pets cannot climb or get past. Allowing them to view each other without direct interaction can help them become accustomed to one another.
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