Category Archives: Hilo

Orchid Isle

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on January 15, 2012

The Island of Hawaii has a couple of nicknames. It’s often referred to as the Big Island because it is the largest Hawaiian island. But it is also known as the Orchid Isle because of the commercial orchid industry that … Continue reading →

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Bridging The Gap

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on December 5, 2011

With the US economy in a slump more and more people are looking for ways to reinvent themselves and find new careers. Luckily, Hawaii First Federal Credit Union has its eyes on the community and recently opened its second Community … Continue reading →

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Hawaiian Historical Homes

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on August 24, 2011

Buying a house is an experience like no other. Not only are you purchasing a piece of property, but you are also investing in your family’s future. The home you buy today could be part of your family for generations … Continue reading →

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Big Island Bees

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on August 5, 2011

Did you know more than 80% of our food supply is dependent on honeybees? Did you know since 2007 bee colonies in Hawaii have been disappearing because of the invasion of the varroa mite and if honeybees become extinct we … Continue reading →

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Roseannes Reality Big Island Hawaii

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on July 22, 2011

What do nuts, reality TV, and Hawaii have in common? Roseanne Barr of course. She’s got a new show, “Roseanne’s Nuts,” and it promises to be a hilarious mix of Roseanne’s unbridled mouth and the reality of working a macadamia … Continue reading →

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Agritourism on Big Island Hawai

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on June 15, 2011

What happens when Tourism and Agriculture are combined? Agritourism—Hawaii’s fastest growing industry! For a long time, it was thought that Hawaii could never become self-sufficient. In the past we’ve imported 85 to 90 percent of our food. However, all that … Continue reading →

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Big Island Self-Sufficiency ‘Check List’

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on May 11, 2011

Big Island Self-Sufficiency ‘Check List.’ While you’re busy considering check lists, and to round up our trio of green and self-sufficient Big Island Hawaii real estate listings, consider this checklist. o    Solar Power System o    Water Catchmentand Storage o    Water … Continue reading →

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Hilo Hawaiian Hotel purchased by local investors group for $17.3M

by Dodie MacArthur, R(B) CEO and Owner on July 26, 2010

The Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, a Hilo Bay landmark, was sold this week for $17.3 million to a group of local investors led by Castle Resorts & Hotels. Along with Castle, new owners are RAM Corp and Honolulu attorney Rick Fried. … Continue reading →

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