October 7, 2022By: Jeff Nadeau
A move to Hawaii is a big one, signaling big changes ahead. Even though Hawaii is a state, you’ll find that the culture on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island will likely be pretty different from where you’re living now. Plus, the logistics of living on an island will take a little getting used to. After moving tens of thousands of families and individuals to Hawaii, we’ve compiled a list of the most important things you need to know before making the leap. With this list in hand, you’ll get a good sense of what to expect once you arrive, as well as whether...
Read MoreSeptember 18, 2021By: Jeff Nadeau
When you’re moving it’s tempting just to pack everything, send it, and call it a day. However, for a long-distance move to Hawaii, it’s important to think it through more thoroughly. Taking the time to decide what you want to take with you can: Help you save money on your move. (More on that in a minute!) Put some money back in your pocket. Streamline your possessions so you can make a fresh start in your new home. Free you up to thoughtfully pick the pieces that feel right for your new life in paradise. In this article, we’ll give you our expert opinion on...
Read MoreApril 13, 2021By: Jeff Nadeau
From 2018-2019, Henderson held the title of Nevada’s fastest-growing city, and its popularity shows no signs of waning. In fact, Henderson recently outpaced Reno to become Nevada’s second most-populated city behind #1 Las Vegas, which has about double the population of Henderson. What’s drawing people to Henderson? Job opportunities, for one. Henderson hosts the offices of several large companies, including Bank of America, Zappos, Amazon, Ocean Spray, and Levi Strauss & Company, among others. Entrepreneurs have also flocked to the state to enjoy its low business taxes (including no franchise tax or business income tax) and its business-friendly court system. The area has also seen...
Read MoreFebruary 11, 2021By: Jeff Nadeau
It’s hard to imagine two more different places than Chicago, Illinois and the Hawaiian Islands. One is a Midwestern urban hub, famous for its architecture and its punishing winters, and the other is a Pacific paradise known for its laid-back lifestyle and sunny, palm-tree-lined beaches. If you’re considering a move from Chicago to Hawaii (or vice versa), our guess is that you’re looking for a big change. Maybe you want to trade the leisurely pace of island life for that fast-paced city life—or perhaps you’ve endured one too many Chicago winters and you’re ready to ditch your coat in favor of an aloha shirt. Whatever...
Read MoreFebruary 8, 2021By: Jeff Nadeau
It’s hard to imagine two more different places than the palm tree paradise of Hawaii and the hub-bub of the Big Apple and its surrounding areas. However, believe it or not, when residents leave Hawaii, New York State is the 13th most popular destination! Because everyone moves for their own reasons, it’s tough to speculate on the exact “why” behind these moves. However, the two states do have a few things in common. Let’s take a look at two parallels between these two places. 2 Key Similarities Between Hawaii and New York #1 – The High Cost of Living If you’re living in New York...
Read MoreJanuary 11, 2021By: Jeff Nadeau
If you’re moving to Austin, Texas, you won’t be alone. In fact, Austin was the fastest-growing U.S. metro area from 2010-2019, and recent averages put the city’s growth at about 128 people per day. (!) Given that Austin has been ranked at the top of U.S. News and World Report’s list of Best Places to Live in the U.S., it’s no wonder that people are flocking to Texas’s capital city in droves. However, maybe you ended up here because you’re considering a different kind of move—leaving Austin for Hawaii. You wouldn’t be the first! In fact, when you take a look at where people come...
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