All Forum Posts by: Duc Ong

@Paul Garcia

Wholesaling isn't super popular here on Oahu, although there are some people doing it. Oahu tends to be more of a traditional MLS type of area, since most sellers realize they can get top dollar by listing it with an agent.

I'm an investor and realtor in Honolulu.  Let's connect to see if I can help you in any way!  

@Christie Salvador

Welcome to BP!  I'm an investor and realtor here in Honolulu, HI.  Despite the high prices, there are still some opportunities on Oahu, for both cash flow and appreciation.  Let's grab a coffee some time and chat more about it! 

Yes, I put up the cash initially to do the deal.  Our plan is to refinance into a conventional loan to repay me back.  

@Harjeet Bhatti

Do you lend in Pittsburgh? 

My partner and I just finished the rehab portion of a BRRRR deal on a SFH in Pittsburgh. I know that some lenders need to wait 6 months of seasoning before doing the refinance to cash out. I'm also aware of the exception to this rule, which might allow us to refinance prior to the 6 months, based on an appraisal. Would anyone know of how to proceed with this route? Also, does anyone have any recommendations for lenders?

My name is Duc, and I have a single family home in Anaheim, CA.  I currently live in Hawaii. I am looking for a recommendation for an HVAC specialist to help replace the central A/C in the property.  Anyone have someone good in mind?  Thanks so much!

@Tyler Hart

I'm a real estate agent and investor here in Honolulu.  I would start saving until you qualify for the BAH.  Then at that point, start looking for a place on Oahu.  Even if/when you PCS, you will have an asset that will appreciate in the long run.  It might be early, but I'd be more than happy to meet up and talk more about investing!

@Heather Castellano I think it depends on what your goals are.  If you have time, let's meet and chat at some point!

@Steven Charles Welcome! It can be challenging to get started, but I believe the rewards will be worth it. I'm a real estate investor and agent here in Honolulu. Let me know if you would like to meet up to chat further!

I agree with @Mike Demmitt. It really depends on what you are trying to

 accomplish.  Short term cash flow is harder to find here, but long term appreciation will be there, given the current shortage of supply and high demand from various sources such as foreign buyers. If you are going to  be here in the future, it would make sense to buy sooner rather than later. Let me know if I can help! 

No worries, @Jonathan Cheng, there's so much to learn!  Let's get together for some coffee some time to chat about real estate.  Shoot me an email.  Look forward to connecting!