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See Episode GuideOregon Couple Seeks Hawaii Sun
Maui native Jeff Keyes loved growing up in Hawaii but moved to Oregon after college to experience snow for the first time. There he met and fell in love with Mindy Sue Werth, an artist, and realized how much he missed island living. Now, having found a job as a golf pro on the Big Island, Jeff has convinced his girlfriend to try living in the sunshine for a change. With the help of Hawaii Life Agent Jan Nores, the couple is looking to buy their first property together. Along with their own wants, their dog Tumi's needs are at the top of their wishlist- a yard to run around in. Hardwood floors for Tumi's paws, and enough space inside for Tumi to be comfortable.
Leaving California for Kauai
Kurt and Rebecca love kayaking and the outdoors. With their children now grown and on their own, they decided to start a new chapter in their life on the island of Kauai. Over the years they've visited the island and fell in love with its beauty, climate, culture and outdoor activities. They're looking for a place that has great access to the warm waters where they can paddle and be one with nature. They hope to find the perfect home to begin their new life in paradise.
An End to a Six-Year Search on Maui
After searching for more than six years, a California couple is ready to trade the traffic of Silicon Valley for a laid-back lifestyle on Maui. His priority is an ocean view and a lanai, while she's hoping to find a pool so she can have a pool boy.
Creating a New Chapter on Oahu
An active duty couple is transferring from a base in Virginia to the island of Oahu. But being a photographer and clothing designer, they'll need enough office space in their new home to accommodate their businesses.
An End to a Six-Year Search on Maui
After searching for more than six years, a California couple is ready to trade the traffic of Silicon Valley for a laid-back lifestyle on Maui. His priority is an ocean view and a lanai, while she's hoping to find a pool so she can have a pool boy.
Creating a New Chapter on Oahu
An active duty couple is transferring from a base in Virginia to the island of Oahu. But being a photographer and clothing designer, they'll need enough office space in their new home to accommodate their businesses.
A Georgian Family Looks to Reconnect with Their Roots on the Big Island of Hawaii
Matthew and Malia met in the military and immediately bonded over their mutual Hawaiian ancestry. Now, after years of married life in Georgia, the Givens have decided to relocate their family to Hawaii to reconnect with their heritage and pass it along to their three children. After connecting with Big Island agent Julie Edens, Matthew and Malia search for a home that fits the needs of their growing family as well as Matthew's desire to live near a golf course.
Texas Family Moves to Maui
When Frank Flores first proposed the idea of moving to Maui, his wife Cara said absolutely not. But as she researched the island, she realized the family's long-term dreams of living a self-sustaining lifestyle could be a reality living in a more fertile place than the 100+ degree heat of Fort Worth, Texas. Now the couple and their three children are visiting Maui for the first time and looking to find a home. The family is hoping to find a large plot of land for growing their own food that's move-in ready and close to Frank's new job at the Kahului airport. Hawaii Life Agent Stacy Sebastian has her work cut out for her, as the couples $600K budget will be tough to find a large piece of land on Maui.
San Antonio Family Searches for Oahu Home With Mountain Views
Chuck and Laura are both healthcare professionals in San Antonio and have come to a point where their current lifestyle just isn't for them anymore. The commute to work and busy city life leave little room for family time. There are plenty of healthcare job opportunities in Oahu and there couldn't be a better time for them to make the move. They're looking forward to the slower pace of life and natural beauty that Oahu offers. Hawaii Life agent Travis Farris will help Chuck and Laura search for a single-family home with amazing views and a large amount of outdoor space on the windward side of Oahu.
Feeling Centered on Maui
A free-spirited nurse from San Francisco is ready to make Maui her new home. She loves the energy of the island and can't wait to spend her time surfing and doing yoga on the beach. She's enlisted her sister to help her find a house that is close to the beach and offers outdoor space for entertaining.
Graduating to the Real World on Oahu
A recent college graduate is starting her military career and buying her first home on Oahu. She's excited to explore the different areas of the island and paddleboard in her free time. Her mom is helping her find the perfect property so that she can settle in a place of her own and say goodbye to the dorm lifestyle.
Feeling Centered on Maui
A free-spirited nurse from San Francisco is ready to make Maui her new home. She loves the energy of the island and can't wait to spend her time surfing and doing yoga on the beach. She's enlisted her sister to help her find a house that is close to the beach and offers outdoor space for entertaining.
Graduating to the Real World on Oahu
A recent college graduate is starting her military career and buying her first home on Oahu. She's excited to explore the different areas of the island and paddleboard in her free time. Her mom is helping her find the perfect property so that she can settle in a place of her own and say goodbye to the dorm lifestyle.
Chicagoan and His Dogs Leave Behind Snow for Surf and Sun on Oahu
Michael made his first trip to Oahu to escape the brutal Chicago winters, but as soon as he arrived in Honolulu he immediately knew he had to live there. He was so sure that he interviewed for a job while on vacation and a few weeks later, he was packing his bags. He's dreaming of a 2- or 3-bedroom place on the west side of Oahu where his dogs, Luke and Murphy, can play in the yard. Luckily, Hawaii Life agent Amie Bennis has a lot of options for him to check out.
Outdoor Life on the Big Island
Jerry, Bethany, and their daughter, Madyson, have been in love with Hawaii and its outdoor lifestyle ever since they first visited the islands. Back in their hometown of Roseburg, Oregon, their busy work life and even busier home life leaves them spending all their time indoors. Now they want to return to the Big Island permanently, and they're looking for a family home with lots of land so they can pursue their dreams of living a homegrown lifestyle.
Embracing Nature on Kauai
Tired of their crowded suburban neighborhood, a California family decides to turn their dream of a home with a garden and a mountain view on Kauai into a reality.
Trading Toronto Winters for Oahu Vistas
Newlyweds are leaving the snow and cold of Toronto to move to their honeymoon paradise of Oahu. He's intent on finding a place with a yard for their dog and room for a home office, while she is more concerned with a large lanai to take in the beautiful views.
Coming Home to Old Hawaii Charm
A Maui native dreams of returning to the island after over 40 years spent living on the mainland. Now that her children are grown, she enlists her sister to help find the perfect house close to the beach with "old Hawaii charm."
Trading Toronto Winters for Oahu Vistas
Newlyweds are leaving the snow and cold of Toronto to move to their honeymoon paradise of Oahu. He's intent on finding a place with a yard for their dog and room for a home office, while she is more concerned with a large lanai to take in the beautiful views.
Coming Home to Old Hawaii Charm
A Maui native dreams of returning to the island after over 40 years spent living on the mainland. Now that her children are grown, she enlists her sister to help find the perfect house close to the beach with "old Hawaii charm."
Homesick for Maui
A Kentucky couple decides to make Maui their permanent home after years of vacationing on the island. With new jobs and their six pets in tow, they are ready to find a place of their own.
Big Island Slice of Paradise
After visiting The Big Island for work, a Seattle couple decides to pack up their belongings to find a new home in paradise. They are hoping to find a new construction home with room for a pool and a big back yard for their son and large dog to play.
Moving Closer to Family on Oahu
A young couple and their newborn son are leaving behind the rainy weather in Seattle for the sunny beaches on Oahu. With family on neighboring islands, they're looking for a single-family home in the Ewa Beach neighborhood with plenty of space for friends and family to visit. They also want a large backyard for their son and two dogs to play.
Big Island Slice of Paradise
After visiting The Big Island for work, a Seattle couple decides to pack up their belongings to find a new home in paradise. They are hoping to find a new construction home with room for a pool and a big back yard for their son and large dog to play.
Moving Closer to Family on Oahu
A young couple and their newborn son are leaving behind the rainy weather in Seattle for the sunny beaches on Oahu. With family on neighboring islands, they're looking for a single-family home in the Ewa Beach neighborhood with plenty of space for friends and family to visit. They also want a large backyard for their son and two dogs to play.
Newlyweds Home Search on Oahu
Cody and Drew Jackson first met on Oahu while they were both visiting the island, and instantly connected. Though Cody was working in Europe and Drew lived in Colorado, the couple dated long distance and eventually married on the very island where they first met. Now Cody has a new job on Oahu, and the couple is eager to find a home where they can finally live together. Hawaii Life Broker, Melody Pevateaux, is hoping to find Cody and Drew their very first residence with everything they're looking for.
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