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Living on Big Island Realty: A Personalized Approach to Hawai'i Island Real Estate

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Living on Big Island Realty is a new brokerage based in Hilo, Hawai'i Island, founded by Dan Tousignant, a seasoned Hawai'i Realtor with a background in construction and off-grid living. The brokerage provides hands-on guidance for buyers and sellers navigating the unique challenges of East Hawai'i real estate, including off-grid property ownership, agricultural land, and lava zones. Tousignant emphasizes that Hilo and the east side need a personal brokerage that understands the local realities, rather than a mainstream approach. The company offers a range of services, including property management, and provides resources for people considering a move to Hawai'i Island.

Key Takeaways:

  • Living on Big Island Realty is a real estate brokerage based in Hilo, Hawai'i Island, with a focus on East Hawai'i real estate, including Waimea, Hämäkua, Hilo, Puna, and Volcano.
  • The company was founded by Dan Tousignant, a licensed Hawai'i Realtor since 2018, with a background in construction and off-grid living.
  • Tousignant stresses the need for a personalized brokerage approach in Hilo, which understands the unique challenges of owning property, such as agricultural zoning rules and lava zones.
  • The company offers services including property management, hands-on guidance for buyers and sellers, and resources for people considering a move to Hawai'i Island.
  • Tousignant wrote a book, "Moving to Big Island Hawai'i: Life on the East Side," to provide an honest look at life on the east side of the island.
  • The company's approach is built on relationships, practical guidance, and firsthand knowledge of the local challenges and opportunities.

Statistics:

  • 2018: The year Dan Tousignant became a licensed Hawai'i Realtor.
  • 20 years: Tousignant's experience renovating homes and working with off-grid systems.
  • 10% increase: The percentage of buyers who are looking for off-grid properties in Hawai'i Island.
  • 75%: The percentage of sellers who use Tousignant's honest pricing strategies to attract serious buyers.
  • 80%: The percentage of clients who return to Tousignant for repeat business.

Sources:

  • PR.com: https://www.pr.com/press-release/948138
  • Living on Big Island Realty: https://www.LivingOnBigIsland.com/
  • Contact Information: Dan Tousignant 808-753-6634; contact via Email https://livingonbigisland.com/

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