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Vivinavi Hawaii
How to find a rental

Housing
#1
  • waikiki
  • 2024/07/22 11:33

I am planning to move to Honolulu and
looking for a room in this real estate and room-sharing board.

I would like to rent from
a rental company in the real estate section that has a company name listed, but
I am having trouble finding one.

In the room share forum,
there is an agent who introduces
a lot of units, but
he/she changes all the names in a serial (It's not against the rules and it's fine, but I can't tell the same person
from another one.

It is not mentioned on the rental page, but
Fee and referral fee ? for taking over to the owner
$350 or $500 extra
If possible, I am looking for only those who do not need to pay the fee, I'm having trouble with the confusion.

I'm looking for a furnished place to start with, for about 6 months,
is there any other way to find it ??

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#7
  • run
  • 2024/08/10 (Sat) 06:47
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The renter has to be careful.
If you are renting for a week or a short term,
but even more so if you are renting for several months.

After all, renting from a real estate agency with a local company is
the safest way.

Especially if the apartment is furnished and broken. Especially if you consider the case that the apartment is furnished and broken.

It is also common in Hawaii to find evidence that the owner has entered the apartment while the tenant is away.

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#8

I'm looking for a place to rent through Vivinavi, but I can't seem to find it. I guess it's not possible for one month short term. 。。。。。
I have no choice but to go into Craigslist and make some inquiries, but after several contacts, the properties are already closed. My emails have also bounced back.
I hear you can't count on it, but you have to be careful...
The owner of a property I rented for 5 years in Hawaii Kai had to go into my rented room every time I went to Japan and was away.
This property was let out by a Japanese woman on behalf of the owner who could not speak Japanese.

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#9
  • れんと
  • 2024/08/19 (Mon) 10:30
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Depending on the budget, there is an AirB & B in downtown for $ 110 + Tax per night.

Soon a slightly cheaper AirB&B will open in the same building.

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#10
  • HCC
  • 2024/08/19 (Mon) 13:00
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Even if you find a property on Craigslist or Facebook marketplace, I think
you should be fine as long as you get a proper showing and meet the owner ? before you decide to move in.
We are on the renting side, but on the other hand, there are some suspicious prospective tenants who have not had showings and
sometimes inquire from off-island locations, such as the mainland, to decide to move in!

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#11
  • 不動産屋
  • 2024/08/19 (Mon) 14:18
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In Honolulu, especially in Waikiki, there are very few lenders for people who want to live in Honolulu, and there is an imbalance between the number of people who want to live in Honolulu and the number of people who rent. Therefore, the rent is going up and up.
Also, as you know, Waikiki is a hotel complex, so condominiums built in between the hotels are especially popular. Kalakaua AVE and Royal Hawaiian AVE are the center of the city, and as you move away from them, rents become a little cheaper.

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Hawaiian Telecom Internet

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#1
  • Honey bee
  • mail
  • 2024/08/14 16:49

Hello !
I would like to ask if anyone using HT internet in the Waikiki, Kaimuki, or Diamond Head area has any problems with connection or speed. I am currently using Spectrum, but I am wondering if I should switch to Spectrum to save money since it costs $90 for internet alone. However, I know that the price of HT is going up every year. Please let me know if you are using it ^_^.

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#2
  • こーの字
  • 2024/08/14 (Wed) 20:28
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Honey bee, I think it would be a good idea to describe your internet usage.
The speed you need will depend on how many people are using it, whether you do streaming, etc.

By the way, I am in an old apartment in the McCully area, so I don't have access to HT's blazing fast connection, 50 Mbps (about 20 Mbps actual), but it is fast enough for watching YouTube by myself.
The price would be $ 70 or so for the regular service, but when I told them that Spectrum's service with the same speed was $ 25, they discounted it to $ 30.

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#3
  • T.S
  • 2024/08/16 (Fri) 19:53
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We switched to T-mobile internet this year. We used to use Spectrum or Hawaiian Telcom internet, but both of these companies become expensive after the 2 year promotion period, but T-mobile has $ 40 ~ $ 50 with no extra fee. It seems like this price is still the same after all these years. We consistently get 200Mbps speeds at home. Other than that, the best thing about T-mobile is that I can set it up myself without having to call a technician to set it up. I can take it home and set it up and try it out for 15 days to test speeds, etc.

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#4
  • PB
  • 2024/08/19 (Mon) 09:36
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I have been using HT for almost 20 years. Formerly in Makiki and now in Ala Moana.HT has a lot of problems to say the least. When my neighbors get up in the morning or come home from work and everyone else is using the internet, it cuts out quite frequently (, stays offline for 30 minutes at worst, or mumbles finely about 30 times an hour ), and the speed becomes extremely slow and unusable. So last year, I asked them to increase my Mbps, but the person in charge did not show up at the appointed time, so I made a new appointment, but that day also ended up with no show. During that time, I had no internet for about two weeks, which was really inconvenient for me because it interfered with my work. I couldn't help but laugh when I heard that an acquaintance's father had worked for HT for a long time, but switched to Spectrum right after he retired because he still had many problems with the internet. However, the good thing about HT is that the price is negotiable, so you can get a much lower price ?. 566>" and they will give you a surprisingly low price. If you still feel that the price is too high, they have a loyalty ・ discount, which allows you to get a further discount under the authority of the person answering the phone, so if you push again, they will give you an even lower price.

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Vivinavi Hawaii
Japan and Hawaii Comparison

Daily life
#1
  • マナ
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  • 2024/08/11 07:06

About living in Hawaii. I have a question for those who live or have lived in Hawaii. In comparing life in Hawaii and Japan, what do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of Hawaii over Japan, and what do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of Japan over Hawaii ? Would you like to live in Hawaii again ? If you currently live in Hawaii, would you like to stay in Hawaii or return to Japan? If you live in Hawaii now, do you want to live in Hawaii forever?

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#2
  • tonton
  • 2024/08/14 (Wed) 20:34
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Hawaii has the best climate.

If you have children, the level of education in Japan or Irvine, California is
much higher, so if you move to Hawaii, you will have to learn
what you learned 3-4 years ago, so even if you switch to private school, Hawaii is inferior to Japan or Irvine.

Hawaii's high cost of living is a challenge, but for couples with the financial means,
it's a wonderful place to live, and the climate is hard to beat.

Hawaii is not safe.
Women do not walk alone at night. I think they should use a car.

I think life in Japan is easy
because prices and salaries have not changed much in 30 years, but hundreds of people die from heat stroke every year
it is not comfortable.

Some people who can afford to retire
live in both Japan and Hawaii.

Japan has no future due to the declining birthrate and depopulation in the countryside.
Many people are moving abroad, but when they reach old age,
some may return to Japan completely.

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#3
  • Taki
  • 2024/08/15 (Thu) 12:55
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Hello, Mana-san.

Mana-san, are you at the stage of thinking about moving from Japan to Hawaii? ?
I have been in Hawaii for a while for work, and I would like to write what I feel from that perspective, so I hope this will help you.

I have no intention to discredit Hawaii, but I myself did not come here of my own volition, and in that sense, I may not be
the majority.
Therefore, my impression of Hawaii may differ greatly from others, but I hope you can see it as an opinion.



・ What is better about Hawaii
As tonton mentioned, I am sure about the climate.
It is no exaggeration to say that there is no winter, and many people say that they no longer catch cold here. Compared to Japan with its high temperature and humidity, I feel that the burden on the body is much smaller than in Japan.
Also, with easy access to the beautiful ocean, I think it is still a paradise for those who love the sea.

Also, in terms of work, I personally think it may be a better fit than Japan.
The structure of the company is such that job changes are much more common than in Japan, so if you are capable, you can aim for a higher position
which I think is also an attractive point.
( On the other hand, there is a risk of being eliminated without mercy if you are not capable )

This may be limited to where I work, but the environment is more open and relaxed than in Japan.
The company is more strict than in Japan in terms of discrimination and harassment, and because of the nature of the island, the competition is less
intense and the corporate culture is more relaxed. However, I think this depends on the company.
Personally, I find it a better working environment than when I was in a Japanese company, but I think it depends on various conditions.


・ Things that are better in Japan
I think there are too many to write about.
Not only about prices, but also the level of security, service, sanitation, and transportation is much better in Japan as far as I am concerned.
As for prices and services, my skin feeling is that prices are 1/3 of what they are in Japan, and services are less hit or miss in my book, and
even if I had the misfortune to catch a miss, I thought the level of the miss would be forgivable.

In Japan, for example, if you live in a major city such as Tokyo, Osaka, or Nagoya, you can go on a
excursion to Okinawa or Hokkaido, for example, or even a short trip from Tokyo to Shizuoka or Osaka to Nagoya within a few hours ~ half a day. It takes only a few hours and less than half a day to get there.
Hawaii is an island, so the next destination would be the west coast of the U.S. or Japan, and the flight time alone is 5 ~ 10 hours.
If you add the time before and after the flight, it takes almost a full day just to travel, and the cost of that travel should be less in Japan.
So if you are the kind of person who likes to go away for a weekend or a short holiday, Japan is probably a better choice.

Also, Hawaii is a small island, so the places you go may always be the same.
If that is what you prefer, there is no problem at all, but "always going to the same place" is an option that can be taken in Japan as well, so
if you think about it in terms of "which is better", I think that Japan has more options and is better.


・ Permanent residence in Hawaii
I am not positive about permanent residence at this time.
It is true that Hawaii has many good points, but in terms of total livability,
I think it was easier to live in urban or similar areas in Japan ( or near the city centers of Kanagawa, Saitama and Chiba ).
I have the impression that Hawaii is a place to enjoy because it is a place to come for fun, and if you live there, you can see a different side of Hawaii.


In any case, depending on your current situation ( your job, age, residence, family situation, and future plans ) moving to Hawaii
may be highly recommended, or it may require careful consideration. I think it is a very good idea.

I am sure I have not written everything here, so please feel free to comment
if you would like more details.


I apologize for the length of this message.

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#4

I have lived in Hawaii for over 10 years.
What makes Hawaii better than Japan = climate, nature, income, outdoor activities
What makes Japan better than Hawaii = everything is cheaper ( cost of living, medical care ), food is good regardless of price

If you live in Hawaii now, do you want to live in Hawaii forever? = do you want to live in Hawaii forever do you plan to keep Hawaii as a hub as long as you are working?

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Vivinavi San Francisco
Trauma of living in the U.S., I'm not the only one.

Problem / Need advice
#1
  • かみやま
  • mail
  • 2024/08/18 17:52

Even though I'm half US expat for 30 years and shelved my mother's side, who was a white supremacist, I've lived in Oakland and similar places, since I came to the US.

I now live in Silicon ・ Valley, but trauma is not something that goes away easily. I don't know how it can be erased because you can't go back in time and start over. From 1994 to last December, no matter where I went or what I did . . .

There are others, but for now, this is what I want to hear more than anything.

Who else has "expat traumatism in the US" due to American society reacting with hatred and violence to the hatred of Americans in particular and Asians in general for not understanding or being used to it?

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Vivinavi San Francisco
I want to live in Japan and the U.S.

Problem / Need advice
#1
  • ラベンダー
  • mail
  • 2024/06/27 04:44

I am a green card holder.
I returned to Japan because of my spouse's work, which I regret.
I knew before I moved here that I wasn't keen on the new place, but as I suspected, I just don't like the new place anyhow.
There are not many jobs in the countryside, and the weather is cloudy most days, which depresses me. I am also feeling depressed because there is not much work in the countryside and the weather is cloudy most days.
I am applying for a re-entry permit, so I am hoping that I can live with my husband in the U.S. for a little over 6 months and in Japan ) for
6 months.
In the meantime, I have started looking for remote work in Japan or the US.

If you are aiming to live in Japan or the U.S. as well, or if you have done so, I would appreciate your advice.
Thank you!

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#3
  • Riko
  • 2024/07/25 (Thu) 04:12
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Hello ! I am currently living in the U.S., and I strongly hope to be able to live back and forth between Japan and the U.S. in the future. Do you have children ??

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#4
  • かみやま
  • 2024/08/18 (Sun) 17:28
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Nice to meet you. I came to the US as a teenager after the Great Hanshin Earthquake, where my mother of Italian descent lived, and although circumstances have kept me from leaving now, I really wish I could have returned home.

I'm currently living in Silicon ・ Valley, but by last December I had lived in every big city and country here and there.

Americans don't know, aren't used to, don't know, and harbor a violent hatred for things that are even slightly different from themselves. There are Americans who don't, but those people are the exception.

In America, putting only oneself first, and bullying words and actions, is an old and withered "sign of strength".

And justice, etc., is determined by kind--race, gender, etc. In the world and in the courts. Especially if you are Asian, there is no justice if you are DV'd or killed.

Using tax laws, almost no one can even rent a room alone now. Eating out is mainly the same, cheap food is mostly junk food.

Medical care is too expensive and insurance may be unaffordable in some places.

Modern young couples often live with their children to pay rent for a 1R apartment, and parents may even work more than 4 jobs total.

Asian and Latino immigrants are taken advantage of or dumped daily. They are harassed from all sides, both at work and in the community while doing the work that Americans do not do at all.

Why on earth would anyone do anything in this situation, because over here, the power to change society is bought. People who are not property owners do not leave to become politicians.

And as you can see, different kinds of people have already decided how much money they can make.

If you want me to explain further, you can contact me, anytime.

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Vivinavi New York
Prevention of heat

Problem / Need advice
#1
  • mail
  • 2024/07/26 13:24

If you have any good ideas for heat protection, please let me know !.

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#2
  • TOSHIHARA
  • 2024/08/17 (Sat) 10:05
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cooling

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Vivinavi Hawaii
( Attention ) Offshore bank, long term investment with high interest rate

Local news
#1
  • アジア
  • mail
  • 2024/07/23 19:44

8% annual interest rate, no taxes to pay.
I've been getting solicited from many places recently to move all my savings to a bank in the U.S. ?
I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but I'm sure I'll be able to get a good deal.

If you listen carefully,

only Japanese can open an account.
Residents of the U.S. cannot open an account.
It seems to be that.
Why can't US residents open an account even though the bank is in the US ?
I wonder.

Anyone who has been solicited or knows this information
would like to share information ??

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#2
  • ぎんこう
  • 2024/07/28 (Sun) 18:18
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Hi, I think maybe it is Scammer.

I don't think you should believe that.

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#3
  • たっちゃん
  • 2024/08/16 (Fri) 21:57
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They change hands, they change goods, they change names to solicit, but
the poor don't hear from them.

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About U.S. Addresses

Problem / Need advice
#1
  • mami
  • mail
  • 2024/07/10 07:24

I used to live in LA until a few years ago, but I am now back in Japan.

I don't have an address in the US at this time, but I need an address in the US to receive mail.

I know there are some business services such as a rental address service ? but it would be helpful if there is a place where I can do this online or other procedures from Japan.

I would appreciate it if there are people who have kept an address in Japan after returning to Japan, or if there are people who know more about it.

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#51
  • mami
  • 2024/07/25 (Thu) 23:59
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Topic.
Sorry, I got infected with corona right after I started this topic.
In Japan, there is an outbreak of corona right now and the 11th wave is coming
I have never been infected before, but I got it and have been lying on the floor for a long time.
I'm still not in full swing, but...


Many people have contacted me, but I apologize for not taking this opportunity to contact you first.
We will gradually reply to you from now on.

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#56

Contract with Japanese accounting firm Virtual office.

https://www.us-lighthouse.com/lighthouse-la/0724-no837.html

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#60
  • 腰イタイ(>_<)
  • 2024/08/03 (Sat) 00:13
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I have never used it 👇
https://opas.com/ja/

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#61
  • Yoshi
  • 2024/08/09 (Fri) 12:23
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Dear MAMI

Some banks such as Chase and US Bank can change your Japanese address.
Otherwise, the only way is to sign up for a mail forwarding service such as shipito.
For US citizens and US residents, it is difficult to open a non-US account due to FATCA.
I know someone who uses a forwarding service
if they can't come to terms with their parents in the US, etc.

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#62
  • Yoshi
  • 2024/08/09 (Fri) 12:28
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Dear MAMI

What I want to say is that Americans living abroad often use
mail forwarding services.
Because neither credit nor debit cards
are accepted.

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Vivinavi Las Vegas
direct memory value-added

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#1
  • t&f
  • mail
  • 2024/08/13 18:39

I passed the written exam today and want to take the skills test, but
I am having trouble getting an appointment because they want two months proof of address with pay stubs and cell phone bills if I really live there.
I have only been there for about a month and have not received those documents.
The company told me that I could go after explaining that section, but I do not speak English.
If anyone has any similar experience, I would appreciate it if you could help me.
I would also like to get a driver's license as soon as possible if that is really possible, so I am also looking for an interpreter.
Thank you very much.

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Vivinavi Los Angeles
Yamava Casino, free gift

Free talk
#1
  • やまちゃん
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  • 2024/08/08 19:59

I recently went to the Yamava Casino and made a casino card to earn points and received a postcard offering beach supplies every Friday in August.
What was given away on 8/2 ?
If you know, please let me know.

By the way, I want a rubber bag and a cooler backpack, so I think I will go on Friday, ? if I can take the day off.

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#3
  • ヤマバ仲間
  • 2024/08/09 (Fri) 10:29
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I've only been able to go on Saturdays lately, but Yamaba has two gift days, one on Friday and one on a weekday.

Also, if you spend a lot of money, you can get a very expensive gift on Saturday and a gift card on Sunday.

I am always alone, so I would be happy to make a casino friend here ~.

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#4
  • 熱くなるとこれでもかとつぎ込む
  • 2024/08/09 (Fri) 13:08
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Gambling is like a game of chance.
I hope I don't become a gambling addict.

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  • 昭和のおとっつぁん.
  • 2024/08/09 (Fri) 13:15
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I'm so curious about other people.
The old buck-toothed turtle writes today, "C'mon, c'mon, c'mon.

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