Animal Quarantine
One of the many benefits of your new home in paradise is that Hawai’i is rabies-free.  If you are just starting to plan a move to the 50th State and pets are part of your plan, you will definitely need to take a moment to review the rules and regulations associated with animal quarantine. Generally, pets are quarantined for 120 days, but efforts taken prior to your relocation could make your pet eligible for the “5 Days or Less” alternative. Certain animals are pr

The NEW RELOHomeSearch.com
RELOHomeSearch.com has been completely overhauled for a much improved property search capability, faster page loading, Google mapping integration and more. The new site is live and getting great reviews — check it out for yourself!  Learn about neighborhoods, property values, cost of living features and be connected with over 150,000 real estate professio

DoD Homeowners Assistance Program
The Department of Defense has announced a temporary expansion of the Homeowners Assistance Program (HAP) designed to partially reimburse eligible military personnel, surviving spouses, and federal civilian employees whose service to the nation has required them to relocate and sell their primary residence at a loss.  Learn more @ http://www.defenselink.mil/re

Hawaii Trade Referral
New to O’ahu and in need of a architect or roofer?  Need painters or pest control?  Take the worry out of residential and commercial contractor selection by starting your search with Hawaii Trade Referral, your source for pre-screened contractors.  (808) 554-0445 www.HawaiiTradeReferral.com Posted in Island Life