Hawaii Investment Property - How and Why to Buy

Ocean Front

Ulumana Ranch Estates 49+ Acres in Hawaii

Only 10 Reservations accepted

Hawaii Luxury Ocean Front Lots

How would you like this as your backyard?

  10 Exclusive Lots all with Ocean Views

Reservations are now being accepted for this proposed exclusive gated subdivision Ulumana Ranch Estates .  Situated in the majestic tropical setting of the big island of Hawaii, this 49 + Acre ranch is comprised of approximately of only 10 parcels.

Rising on a gentle slope from its oceanfront pastures to an elevation of over 100 feet, the Ranch adjoins a black sand beach and rivers on both sides.  Described as "the most perfect crescent of ocean front in the Pacific". Ulumana Ranch Estates, with only a limited number available is an excellent site to build your dream home. This oceanfront property is located in one of the last places in Hawaii untouched by the stresses of urbanization and over-development in little town of Papaikou, just north of Hilo. Evocative of yesterday's Hawaii, is famous for its scenic location and idyllic isolation, combined with a rural atmosphere and small town friendliness. It is only know being known internationally known for privacy and seclusion, serving as a hideaway for royalty and celebrities over many decades.

Proposed Amenities

Gated and secured access with private paved road dedicated to this small but exclusive community. Water availability will be provided from the local municipality. At this special property there are ocean, river and mountain views so all utilities will be underground.  The unique ocean views are all elevated views so the coast can be enjoyed without worry or concern.

Only 10 lots are available to those who qualify. Make your reservations today .

Forclosure Down 22% in 2011

Word to-the-Wise, Vehical Shipping...

1.   Start by planning your shipments as soon as possible. Reservations are REQUIRED to ship your vehicle.

Automobiles will usually take the longest... . Young Brothers is who we used go direct and save...

As stated in Tariff 5A, an "Automobile" is

• Any four-wheeled, rubber tired, self-propelled motor vehicle
• In operable condition designed for transport on public streets and highways
• Does not exceed 7 feet in height at the highest point
• Does not exceed 8 feet in width at the widest point
• Does not exceed 20 feet in length at the longest point
• Roll-On/Roll-Off Cargo

Plan your shipment as early as possible.

Make a reservation at least two weeks in advance (we did ours 6 weeks out) 

Prepare your vehicle for shipment - some simple rules must be followed to ensure your vehicle is ready for shipment.

Per Hawaii Revised Statues 286-271, please ensure that your vehicle paperwork is in order. You will be required to show proof of insurance, car registration and identification. If you are not the legal or registered owner of the vehicle, see our documentation requirements.

1. Drop off your vehicle to Young Brothers as indicated
2. When tendering your vehicle to Young Brothers, you will be required to complete a Bill of Lading.
3. Payment may be made either at time of delivery to Young Brothers or at time of pick up from Young Brothers.

When picking up your vehicle, inspect vehicle prior to leaving the facility.

To learn more about shipping your vehicle with Young Brothers, Ltd., start by exploring the Process.

the Best Apps for Your Smartphone and iPad

Emerging Technology that Will Change the Way You Interact with Computers

I have never been a major fan of Apple products for a variety of reasons and was skeptical of the iPad when it was first introduced. It just never made sense why anyone would ever use a device like this. It was 8 months after it was introduced before I got one, as a friend gave it to me for Christmas last year and I actually played with it.

If you own an iPad already then you know and I am preaching to the choir, but for those that don't, let me tell you that shortly after using this device it became very clear to me that this will radically transform computing technology.I use it daily...

The key is the form factor and the ability to EASILY consume electronic content, my 16 month old can access her apps...  I can have rapid access to key information when needed. It is about the size and weight of many magazines, yet it can hold hundreds of thousands of books. Unlike a bulky notebook computer which typically weighs three to five times as much, it is easier to carry around. You will get very few stares in a business meeting or restaurant if you break out an iPad, but you might if you start to use your notebook computer.

Emerging social trends confirm my observation, as now Yale Medical School has its entire curriculum on the iPad and many if not most airlines are in the process of converting their forty pounds of flight manuals carried by each pilot to iPad equivalents. There is simply no question that most schools will switch to tablets and away from textbooks. This is simply inevitable.

The tablet computer is really designed primarily as a consumption device to read and consume information. It is not intended to write large amounts of texts. If you plan on substituting it for a notebook you will be disappointed, as it is not easy to enter long streams of texts unless you have an external keyboard. Even though I have one for my iPad, I have never used it and always wind up using my notebook for extended writing. It is certainly easier than typing on a smart phone but anything beyond a sentence or two is cumbersome and highly inefficient in my opinion.

Hints on How to Use the iPad

There is no question that for the foreseeable future the iPad will dominate the tablet market. Hopefully Android tablets will provide some competition down the road, but for now the iPad rules. If you haven't purchased one, it is my suggestion to not purchase one with a wireless modem for several reasons. They cost $100 more , you need to pay monthly fees and the current 3G connection is too slow. So get the Wi-Fi version for $100 less. If you can afford more memory for it, if not, the base model at $499 is fine.

The key to making the iPad a great tool is the speed of your connection, as many of the useful apps may be cumbersome for some people to use at typical 3G speeds. So you can hook up to your home or office Wi-Fi, or when you are mobile you can hotspot into a phone that has 4G LTE. I got the first phone with the service from Verizon in March and it is extraordinary. I only use it when traveling but it is amazing. No more internet connection fees at hotels or airports.

My Favorite Apps to Make Your iPad or Smartphone Truly Useful

The reason you use an iPad is for the apps, so I thought many would appreciate which ones I find useful. Many of my friends realize I am passionate about this, so I typically share my latest findings with them and my family. Part of the reason I wrote this article was to have it in place to make it easier to share with my friends, and I thought that many of you would also appreciate these insights.

I have scanned many thousands of articles and downloaded several hundred applications, and these are the cream of the crop, from my perspective. You might have some other interests or needs, so clearly these are not the only good apps out there, so I would encourage you to keep your eye open for others.

So here are my top recommendations:

Google Maps for Android

In my mind this is the single best smart phone/tablet application and is absolutely a stunning representation of what technology can do for you. This app alone is worth the purchase of an Android smart phone if you drive a lot. Unfortunately this is an app that only works well on Android smart phones. It will not work as well on the iOS platform.

At the time of this article, Google Maps for Android has a number of features that the iPhone does not. Most important is a true navigation system. On the Android version of Google Maps, the navigation works more like a standalone GPS device. It automatically updates your next turn based on your current location.

Android also has "offline reliability," which saves a cache of frequently used areas of the map so you can still navigate even if you don't have a data connection. These two features alone are enough to convince most prospective smartphone users to choose an Android phone for navigation purposes.

Google Maps is nothing less than pure magic. It is, in my opinion, the single best way to navigate to a location while not only driving, but walking. What makes this application so great? The marriage of highly effective voice recognition and awareness of where you are located. I use this app all the time when I am visiting a different city and it has eliminated all fear of getting lost or not winding up where I need to be.

This app is better than any in car navigation system that you can spend several hundred dollars for and it is FREE. On many occasions I have had to fire this app up when the driver of the car I was using had a navigation system that simply did not provide the correct information.

You merely press the application and then speak your destination. For example you can state the name of large chain, like Whole Foods, and in seconds it will give you turn by turn directions that speak to you so you can get to the nearest Whole Foods. When you arrive at your destination it tells you which side of the street the destination is on and actually shows you a picture so you can find it. How awesome is that?

If you have ever used this program my guess is that you will agree with me that this is the most sophisticated navigation program on the market and it is likely that most cars will use it instead of their expensive navigation systems in the future.

The Weather Channel

One of the most useful information you can easily obtain from your device is to know the weather now and in the immediate future. I downloaded all the major weather apps, including the paid ones and there is one clear winner in this area that decimates the others. The Weather Channel was an order of magnitude better than the other apps, but they recently released an update that makes it even better. This free app is an absolute must have . Beautiful graphics allow you to easily compare different cities by a single swipe, and colorful graphic ten day predictions. Of course they have Doppler radar maps so you can easily see when rain or snow will likely hit your area. I use this every day and suspect you will too.

I hope this help you to better understand and utilize these useful tools

Living Green Key Tips...

With so much energy and attention being spent on fixing the economy, it’s easy to lose sight of other important issues. One of these is the environment. Homes and households consume a large amount of energy and products to keep in good working order.

Here are 15 simple ways you can transform your home into a green sanctuary. Every little bit helps. Do what you can and spread the word!

1. Buy earth-friendly cleaning products: This used to be a tall order for budget-conscious households, but now there are a plethora of products on the market available for the same price as traditional cleaners. Some households take it one step further and harness the cheap cleaning power of baking soda, vinegar, and lemon.
2. Lights out: Turning lights off when you’re not in a room means you use less energy. This means the power plant produces less power and emits less pollution.
3. Turn the water off: It is tempting to let the water run while we brush our teeth or wash dishes. Take a quick second to turn the handle to “off” and preserve water each day!
4. Upgrade Insulation: A well-insulated home can save you money! Insulation helps keep your warmed or cooled air inside the home. Check the attics and walls of older homes to see if upgrades are needed.
5. Check for cracks: Air escapes through cracks around windows and doors. It is essentially wasted energy. Check windows and doors for leaks and fill them with caulking.
6. Change lightbulbs to CFLs: These new bulbs might look a little funny and cost a bit more initially, but they last longer and save tons of money in the long run.
7. Use cloth diapers: Attention all parents! Cloth diapers aren’t what they used to be. Not only do they work just as well as disposables (some say better), but they cost less and save the environment. A disposable diapers takes up to 500 years to biodegrade in a landfill. Americans send millions to the dump each year.
8. Use a laptop: Did you know a laptop uses less energy than a desktop unit? For home use consider using a laptop. Not only will you save energy, but you’ll save space as well.
9. Electric water heater: These compact units are great for families wanting to heat water only on demand. You’ll never run our of hot water and you’ll use less energy in the process because you won’t be heating water for when you don’t need it.
10. Zero-Voc paints: Paint can be toxic. Traditional paints emit fumes for years to come, meaning your family breathes in this nasty stuff. Zero-voc paints, however, are safe and cost only a fraction more than traditionals.
11. Unplug appliances: Even if an appliance isn’t in use, it is still pulling a small amount of power. Unplug appliances when they’re not in use. Even small changes can have a big impact if everyone does it!
12. Free and Clear laundry detergent: Our rivers, lakes, and oceans will thank you. Every year gallons and gallons of toxic chemicals make their way down our drains and back into our water supply.
13. Energy efficient appliances: Energy Star rated are a great place to start. These appliances meet a strict standard of energy usage. Switching to an energy efficient washer or dryer can save you cash and energy.
14. Wash in cold water: Once you have those Energy Star appliances, be sure to wash in cold water when you can. It uses less energy!
15. Recycle! Most cities have recycling centers where you can drop off metal, glass, paper, cardboard, and plastic. Keep extra bins in your garage, spend a few extra minutes sorting your trash, and do your part of save the environment.

Do your part to help make the Earth a healthier place. Future generations will thank you!

Published: December 15, 2011

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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are on the rise.

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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says falls from ladders while stringing lights and hanging decorations, incidents of lacerations from broken glass ornaments and other holiday-related injuries are on the rise.