Moving to Oahu, Hawaii (Hickam AFB) Advice needed

[Vince Gethings]

Hi BP,

I was just notified I will me moving to Ohau this Oct-Nov (2017). I am looking for a good location with a less than 45 min commute to Hickam AFB. Plan "A" is to find a duplex to house hack while I'm stationed there. Plan "B" is to find a value-add 3/4 bedroom in a good neighborhood with good schools. 

Where are the best schools?

Best area to commute from?

Good Neighborhoods?

Best places to find a Duplex or 4 bed SFR?

Best sites to learn about the local markets?

Are there any local REIA's?

What should I expect to pay per sq ft?

What are the current Cap Rates or NOI for small multifamilies there?

Thanks, have a great day!

Vince Gethings

[Daniel Thompson]

Hey Vince,

I'm active duty on Hickam now. I'm also an investor with my Hawaii real estate license. I'll be full time investor in four months after I transition out. These guys are spot on with their answers. If you want to start familiarizing yourself with the market Oahure.com is great. I definitely love the site, but it's not always the most up to date. I have run into a couple issues where info wasn't the most up to date info, but only by a day or so. I'm sure by now as an investor you know any real estate agent can set you up with an auto email that is tailored to your exact specifications. We pull from hicentral.com (MLS). Depending on where you buy out here, some houses will go under contract the same day it goes public. I'd be more than willing to set you up with an auto email and answer any market questions you may have. Shoot me you email that you want it to go to.

Also @Jordan Sunshine has been holding some investor club meetings. I have not been able to make one yet but I'm planning on it. It would be a great place to meet like minded folks and help you dive in once you get boots on the ground.