What's the cost of going off grid in Hawaii?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

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[@yurybadanin5035]

Sir ! What is the cost to grade, level ground ? Just $ 1500 ? For each acre of land ? Can you advice me an affordable company, who can level my lot on Big Island ?

[@heathersmith6305]

you raise a lot of good points. I have been looking at the 3 acre uncleared lots in FFVE for the last 10 years. They were going for $14k then and are up to $27k now.. What are your thoughts? IS this worth the investment? My main goal is to get away from california, be off grid and raise chickens, rabbits, a couple goats, garden, and give back to the community. I am getting older, have back pain issues, and I am less set on the 'bigger is better' when it comes to selecting land.. I watched your video on 5 communities in puna.. I would like to hear your perspective of FFVE and other surrounding areas.. Things are getting bad in california.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

@@heathersmith6305 its not easy making the move. Yhe first couple years will definitely make you question your choices. That said, if land's going to get cheaper it might get back down to $20k. We have tons of booms and busts on big island. This looks like another. Fern forest is rainy, colder, had no soil and can have some bad neighbors. But some streets are great. You will just have to bring in a lot of material to make it farmable.

[@plainwhitepaper3898]

I was really digging that you just sold everything, sent over the boards, and did it. My kid is looking for property over on the east side, some of those houses need tons of work. One I even considered a complete tare down. FF I told my kid I would move out to the Island and work finding a nice property., then build her a new house. Personal note. I watched several of your videos, and one thing that really stood out to me, was how you said to embrace the culture. And that's exactly what I felt in my heart while researching the Islands and the people and its history. Is it hard to get supplies there for building? Also I considered getting all the supplies here, pack in a container, ship out to the property, then build the house and turn the container into a shed and live there until the house is finished. You mentioned in one video about purchasing a second property in your preferred location, I am planning to connect with some farm to work and live there temporary until I get it going. Any suggestions? My kid was there and lived and worked on a farm for 6 months, that's a long story. Is there any contracting work there? Handyman? Thanks for the videos.

[@DRiceArizona]

Your closing lines sum it up for me. Living free. Done with the rat race here. The kid is off in the Navy now and it is just me and the dog. I was leaning to going back to Texas, but the big island is looking pretty nice from what I have been seeing. Yeah, I know it is a bit more country than the rest of Hawaii, but I prefer that. Just subscribed. Keep up this good work!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo for watching! Hawaii is a great place but not without its challenges. Whatever you decide I am sure it will be great!

[@desertrose9499]

Me too! It's just me. I want to go!

[@awesukisuki]

Beautiful share and journey! Thank you! Beautiful life! ❤

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thank you

[@obakhanjones2869]

You’re awesome for this video, very inspiring with your simplicity. I’m so ready to go off grid here in Hawaii. You have a new subscriber

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo! The recent Hawaii shutdown puts this lifestyle higher on the list of importance. It's time to for the people of Hawai'i to go back to the roots.

[@main2333]

It’s sad that God gave us free rain, sun, land and food. Now man wants money for air, and everything else they can think up. We need to go back to skills and bartering

[@breadgarlichouse2265]

God also gave us money ;)

[@1safespace828]

I agree, free land & food !

[@jamesgclef4901]

God's way is best.. For He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.

[@main2333]

@@breadgarlichouse2265money is energy. But big corporations made up minimum pay to keep people poor and slaves. While they get richer. Best to be independent. Go back to basics. Live simply. Satan owns this world through TV. To lie to your vision and low frequency music. He was a musician in Heaven. Now he’s using it here on Earth to deceive

[@main2333]

@@jamesgclef4901I prefer not to live under the unrighteous. Live under the sun and rain in peace. 9-5 jobs is Just Over Broke. Burnt out to make someone else rich.

[@NinaNina-ry8fn]

Thank you for your honest and heartfelt stories. You are a great guy, thanks for sharing.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thanks for saying that

[@thetabensons6686]

WE are planning on building an off grid community in Hawaii with tiny houses and after watching your story we think this might be doable. Very insprirational. Wow. Thankyou for sharing.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

An off gird community of tiny houses is different than one house, but...(it has been done).

[@joureynewell7800]

This is very inspiring, thank you for providing your experience and knowledge.

[@destinyreturns4885]

Just ran across your video today and was really impressed with how you've achieved your dream. Congratulations, and best to you....

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo

[@kristinestewart6902]

Awesome video very informative my father built a container home in kapaau hi years ago I can’t wait to finally go there and possibly stay because it’s my dream as well and thank you so much for sharing your experience and proving the fact that dreams can come true.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Its possible but it takes more grit these days

[@pratherlara5321]

I remember my friend that lives there talking alot about the cinder infill to level spots and growing in containers, your video is inspirering , I just realized you have to compost and make your own dirt!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thanks. It's all rock here so it's a little more challenging. But perennials grow well.

[@Mandydailyblog]

Im moving to Kauai. . My husband is a Hawaiian. . We are going off grid. . Thanks for your video. . His sister lives in Puna!!!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Awesome! Kauai is amazing!! Good Luck.

[@mglover6274]

your channel is exactly what we were looking for. My partner and I have got the cheap living over here on the mainland down. we're ready and gearing up for the move to Hawaii to put what we've learned over the past 5 years into action. Homestead Hawaii here we come. Thanks brother Aloha

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo. Good luck on your move!

[@marymalko5105]

Great tips! I was always wondering how much it would cost to start up

[@extendedp1]

Awesome video my man. One of the best I have seen on this topic, quick, to the point with a cool story. Subbed.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo Brother.

[@Malini108]

Aloha! I'm tryina be your neighbor. I love your story because it sounds like what I'm preparing to do myself. Just get a small piece of land and then gradually build. Coming from the mainland, and not having friends or family who can identify with my vision and my dreams to be more self sufficient in Hawaii it's really helpful to hear success stories such as yours. I'm so happy for you that 18 years in it's all working out so well. Mahalo for all the info and advice.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

It definitely was a struggle at first. I was pretty lonely and felt so isolated in the middle of the ocean. But I loved surfing and began building up a network through people I met at the beach. It is an attainable dream, I hope you reach yours.

[@jonathankuhn2180]

Have you made any headway? Best of luck!

[@Malini108]

@@jonathankuhn2180 You could say that! I have been living in town for the past 2+ years and I have a good job. I haven't been able to get a piece of land yet, but just remaining here on the island for this long has been an accomplishment in and of itself, and even without my own homestead I feel lucky for every day that I get to be here!

[@jonathankuhn2180]

@@Malini108 Cool, glad to hear! I live in colorado and feel the same way! We might have to be friends, I am feeling the island life coming my way soon. Where are you living or renting? What is the cost for a small room? Are there any places near by where I could be employeed in massage or yoga? What about working on a fruit or nut farm? How is the seafood? Is it affordable, is the fishing good? Thanks!

[@10kamonth92]

2nd day in Hawaii and here I'm watching your videos and want to move from Cali as well!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Hawaii is nice, eh?

[@10kamonth92]

@@HomesteadinHawaii 100%

[@karenandriancontainergardening]

Hi Homesteadin’ I am glad you got to live your dreams. That’s a big tank. I love the pineapple growing. Enjoy it, my friend. New subscriber. Merry Christmas.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Aloha Karen, Whenever I start to feel like I wish I had more or I get jealous of what someone else has, I just remember how lucky I am to have what I have. Thanks for watching.

[@mrmike7965]

Thanks for the video. The costs listed gives a good estimate of some costs. I recently bought a piece of land on the Big Island in Oceanview.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

E Komo Mai! Good luck in OV. I hear its rocky, just like us.

[@ferdinandwilhelm8749]

Very cool video. Super insightful. I’m definitely dreaming of owning a homestead some day on a tropical island. Thanks for sharing!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Hopefully it works out for you, just keep in mind, tropical isalnds are expensive and this video was made a few years ago.. COvid changed everything

[@kirasmith2304]

We are coming and we are excited to start our own food forrest or take over one that has been started already. We shall trade veggies!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Awesome! It's a fun adventure.

[@NuEarthSol]

thanks for putting the idea in my head to start small!! i was trying to go so big and wondered why my dream seemed so unattainable! thank you!!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I'd rather live my dream simply than try and save up for one that will never happen.

[@reaganmauia4652]

You gave us so much good information in this one vid. Thank you for sharing

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Itʻs a little dated now but Iʻm glad it could help

[@expressedbyME]

I have watched a ton of off grid videos and had become discouraged. But after watching 2 of your videos I feel encouraged. 1 Acre of land is all I need. Are property taxes high in Hawaii? Access to groceries until/instead of a garden? Medical facilities? Roads are like what?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

It all depends on where you are.

[@FacingQuincy]

Lovin it man, thanks for the honest info

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thanks for watching

[@craigmetcalfe1749]

Thanks Shawn! My reasons for moving off grid are food safety and travel so this video has given me so many great ideas! Cheers!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Just be warned, prices are very different from what I mentioned in the video. You can pretty much double any price I mentioned post covid

[@arieswebb2136]

Awesome video brother..looking into taking a vacation this year to look at some property’s in the Ocean view,Mountain view and Pahoa area super excited I found your channel..time for some binge watching this weekend thank you for the great content 😎

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Ha! Hope I don't waste too much of your time. Good luck!

[@arieswebb2136]

@@HomesteadinHawaii Thank you..it’s inspiring me and with your local knowledge I’m definitely learning a lot and looking into things that I probably wouldn’t have..so definitely not a wast of time. In the beginning I will probably do a small Yurt or small cabin at or under 220 sq ft to help with permits. I will also only be staying part of the year for the first few years..I’m thinking of finding a caretaker for the property or someone local to rent it cheep to help detour the theft issue..what do you think would be a good way to go in that type of situation. Thanks again for all that you do ! 😎

[@shuichitomono9508]

I hit the jackpot! you are my indpiration! Going off grid in Hawaii is my dream! And I was thinking of east Oahu myself!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thanks for saying so. I don't know Oahu too well, but if you are in the rural parts of east oahu you should be fine, otherwise expect some hurdles to jump through.

[@pollyd2094]

Wow I haven’t even watched the whole thing but I’m already inspired i turn 23 years old this year and I want to move to Hawaii grow my own food and learn to surf so to hear that you did it at my same age confirmed for me that it is possible for someone even as young as me🥰❣️ I am excited to watch the rest of the video and hear what you have to say 🙌🏾

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

While I know anyone can do it, it’s not as easy today as it was 20 years ago. The same $3k lot is now $30k and building prices cost a lot more but it can be done if you’re resourceful and driven. BUT if I was doing it all over again now… I might go to another country that’s cheap and learn how to develop remote based income

[@pollyd2094]

@@HomesteadinHawaii thank you that’s definitely true

[@esceleto1619]

Good information my braddah! Really appreciate it.

[@angelazayas2753]

That's an ideal way of life. You are living most mens dream life. Hawaii, surfing, food Forrest. Amazing, congrats

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Could be worse! Mahalo for watching.

[@anewtattoobynancy1]

Loving the dream!! Mahalo for sharing...I just was lead to your channel. I would love to do this...have done it before and it was like Heaven. Living on Maui last 31 years. Looking forward to watching your videos. Much aloha and God Bless You and your ohana! 🌈🌺🤗💛🙏🕊

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo for watching

[@Andre-zc3ie]

Hey Sean, that's great bro. Awesome video. We're moving over this spring. Where we live foundations are common. I've got a lot to learn about post and pier foundations. If you have any resources or pictures of how you did your cottage foundation, that would be awesome!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Rules have changed since I've made my foundation. I'll try make a video at some point showing it off

[@youthestar]

@@HomesteadinHawaii CEMENT FOUNDATIONS CAUSE THE HOUSE TO STAY DAMP AND THE DAMPNESS ALONE CREATES MOLD AND SMELL.. YOU'LL NEED A DEHUMIDIFIER. ALOHA, NOT SHOUTING, I LIKE ALL CAPS. READ MY ENTRY ABOVE.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

@@youthestar Looks like you got the warm Hawaiian greeting that some people get when moving to the Big Island. I donʻt mind rain, I love staying at home and have tons of projects to keep me busy. And you really have to know the area youʻre thinking of living in, itʻs not all the same, that's for sure. Thanks for sharing your manaʻo

[@Watchman-At-The-Gate]

Aloha from Maui. I was born raised Oahu, but lived or visited all the other Islands in our State. I've been stuck on Maui since 2015, came over to do construction on the Dirty Monkey that was in Lahaina... My wife has lived Maui since 1980s. and has inherited property out in Nahiku next to George Harrison Estate... it was nice 6 yrs ago, now it's 19 acres of jungle nightmare... we also live up Haiku on 3 more acres of jungle but not so bad...

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Sounds awesome, you have your work cut out for you though. I wish you luck.

[@pollyd2094]

Great video excited to check out your site

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jenthang]

Thank you so much for your videos! It's my dream to homestead in Hawaii someday, so you're an inspiration!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

It’s beautiful here but so expensive. Sometimes I wish we went somewhere cheaper, be aware of that

[@rainbow_flo]

I wanna go home! I’m originally from Oahu, this is very good info! Anything is possible when you live your truth. Very inspiring! Ty!!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I hope you can make it happen. This video was precovid, a lot has changed since then. The market on oahu is nuts!

[@frankschultz2382]

What are you doing for a septic tank? How are collecting your waste and separating gray water

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

You must watch more of my videos :). I have a compost toilet and my greywater goes out into the landscape. You can get away with it legally here, you have to prove you can't access traditional sewer treatment and have a permitted toilet.

[@steverogers6416]

Great video! Very inspirational!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo

[@cordellscott]

Video idea. It would be nice if you would show us around your property so we could see all the food bearing plants you have planted and how quickly the plants have grown. Are you fully self sufficient with food production etc?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I do have a mini site tour video but I should get a better food forest edition going.

[@cordellscott]

@@HomesteadinHawaii I did find that video after I made that suggestion. I enjoyed that one also!

[@jameswulzen590]

OK got it, I'm just really attached to this Island, my Mom was from here and I have relations here so sorry to step on your parade and keep up the good work you are doing.

[@MountainTopher]

I'm planning on getting an acre and building a permaculture food forest homestead. Once my truck is paid off I'm selling everything for the dream.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Good luck, prices are a lot higher these days

[@cynthiafujinami8791]

Moving to KEAAU on Sept 15th. Purchased a tiny house. Completely off grid. Solar ect. I luckily didn't have to buy land just put it on my daughter's land.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Good for you! The adventure awaits!

[@JanosNemeth-y7n]

Maybe we can grow watermelon 🍉 together 😂

[@thanksbutnotanks]

Mahalo for putting out good information and awesome video I plan to get land in hawaii within 2yrs I miss home already🤙

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Hope you can make it happen! Market has gone nuts since covid

[@desertrose9499]

Awesome!!! I want to live off grid in Hawaii 🤙

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

It has itʻs pros and cons, I need to update this video

[@chan7829]

I am interested in the retired in The Big Island very soon....thanks for encouraging KZbin video clips.....

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Just be warned, prices have changed

[@Texas1887]

3k - great investment! I am looking and it looks like 45k and up. I want to raise my daughters there. We lived there in 2015. It’s amazing. Looks like you have it set up.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Costs are crazy these days. I have to update this video! Good luck trying to make it happen.

[@davidframe1613]

This is a great video also shows how much you can save by doing things yourself.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thanks. If youʻre on a budget, you have to do it yourself, there is no other way

[@Rijjrijj555]

Dude I’m so inspired. I’m totally going off grid and overly excited. Yooooo!!!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Ha. Do it!

[@matthewlegrande6119]

Excellent job. You are an inspiration to others. Thanks for the video.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo

[@jerigarcia7434]

you the man... i tried 2 times but i had a great job so i soldout

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I've come and gone a few times myself.

[@tecate9408]

I have been thinking of doing this move for some time now. I am glad to see you post your story and have a new subscriber.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Welcome aboard!

[@tecate9408]

Thanks! just shot you an email@@HomesteadinHawaii

[@jackabean3080]

Just found your channel man. You are a legend 💪🌴 respect.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahaloz

[@bamagirl4234]

Great KZbin channel! I'm New here . I love it !

[@22lovejon]

Great channel bro well done with your survival bro . Good on you.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo

[@Jameslovesyeshua]

Thanks for this video, very helpful.

[@susannahollyblossom5064]

I have that dream.I have many questions. TY for this encouraging post.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I need to update this video because things have changed big time

[@susannahollyblossom5064]

@@HomesteadinHawaii Oh.k.

[@marisetrindade4475]

Ahaha I moving to island from city lady from Brazil to Hawaii homestead , thanks for your videos it’s great help for someone like me.. we will be neighbours I love to meet you. Good vibes 😎

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Good luck on the move!

[@BigRigsLongWeekend]

Awesome video bro. You inspired me.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thanks, I'll have an update coming soon to this video

[@oceanwavehealingarts]

great video! i would love to chat with you sometime, as my wife and I are looking to build our homestead. Hope you score some good waves, and your place looks great btw:)

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Feel free to reach out at [e-mail]

[@travelveteran]

Might buy 6 acres with my brother in volcano. Fern forest. Two adjacent 3 acre spaghetti lots. $69k. Good place to homestead? It seems to be thick rainforest. Mostly flat tho. Or flat ish.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

A lot of people are moving into that area. It's cooler, wet, and can grow some cooler season crops, but not much traditional tropical crops. Mostly flat with ohia tree forest.

[@danielmasifilo5001]

Super helpful information! Mahalo bra!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo for watching

[@sheilaboling6618]

So awesome, and inspiring. Keep sharing!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo

[@13ChroniclesOfDagger]

Great Video! I'm starting the process of homesteading in HOVE on my acre. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Good luck!

[@nomudnolotusnodragonnogold]

Love this. Thank you.🙏

[@robertdavis5714]

Enjoyed hearing your story. Especially since you are from Calif. and manufactured surfboards, fellow surfer from Calif. Heard about those pesky Pigs.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

If you have a fence, pigs are no problem, plus they taste good. It's been a long time since I surfed California, the waves have gotten PACKED with transplants post covid here in Hawaii, how's the surf on the mainland?

[@kelvinphan5726]

yes i want to learn homestead

[@maenewcombe6543]

Would love to see inside your home. lots of great info here - love your simple and small advice.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I have mixed feelings about that. Kinda want to keep the house private.

[@NDGETO_61]

Thanks man. Very practical ideas.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo for watching!

[@mashamambea5704]

Nice detailed video I would love to see the solar PV set up.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Will do

[@TexasRanchu]

dude...you're an inspiration.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo! I appreciate that.

[@jonathankuhn2180]

Brother, I love this video. I like how you laid it out, I like how you worked for it. I like how you are optimistic and say to make the dream happen! Any suggestion as to where I could look for land? Like a website, or do you know of some for sale? Is that area safe from the lava? What is the better direction (N,S,E,W) to be located? Also you think they will still turn a blind eye in 2022? Any other places in HI that are chiller like this? If a neighbor calls on you what might happen? Any info on that would be appreciated, thanks!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

The dream is still alive. It just costs more. All those questions you asked would require a consult but my best advice, check out puna in person to see if you like it. It is not for everyone

[@jonathankuhn2180]

@@HomesteadinHawaii Cool, I have a future trip to the area planned. I have a friend that has was living on the other side of the island and has been out that way. I would consider a consult sometime. Thanks for the reply. I work in Alaska on a farm in the summer. I also wonder if a vehicle would be safe unattended while I am away.

[@marymalko5105]

@@jonathankuhn2180 nothing is safe unattended out here. Either the jungle reclaims it or rippers will take it

[@jonathankuhn2180]

@@marymalko5105 The Jungle I can deal with and understand. But rippers? Guessing that is a term for thieves? That's sad. Not very attractive to live somewhere that is getting eyeballed by thieves.

[@michaelvonfeldt9629]

Who’s the grader you used?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Walker excavation

[@carolineclark5369]

amen to that, brother: living free, abiding in truth and love the most important thing... most people trade for slavery. thanks for your comments re a smaller block: was beginning to think the lack of soil would prohibit a homestead AT ALL, but raised beds the answer -plus your infilling of the uneven pockets a great idea... can u use a digger to create a water-retention large/deep pond? or is the ground too porous to hold the water? and too sharp to not puncture any plastic lining? Big island: is the north eastern side volcano-safe? cheers buddy, cc

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

North of Hilo and no volcano pressure. There people build ponds and use liner. Puna is just too rocky and cost prohibitive.

[@phensriwalker845]

Wow

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Wish the facts in this video were still the same, time for an update

[@curmudgeonontheroad]

Sean. You mentioned your solar power setup, didn’t say what size panels or batteries.

[@beatricenjua4001]

Thanks for sharing this.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

No problem. Thanks for watching

[@IntuitiveIQ]

You're talking about what you did 18 years ago and what it cost. What does it cost now for the same property and the same services?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Definitely needs a post Covid update

[@jerigarcia7434]

You Da man bro...

[@robertvelasco5681]

Thank for all the great info !!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo

[@marcielynn4886]

Price depends on new or used panels and selfinstalled or solar company.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

As with all things diy is cheaper

[@georgeschmitana8179]

Great video dude!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo!

[@karynbeaman1464]

i’m looking to go into maybe Mountain View or volcano area and interested in what size of a solar system do you have to run the whole Homestead? I have a decent amount of money saved up, looking at maybe 2 to 3 acres

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

It really depends on what you plan on running. Some people can get away with 1, others need 40

[@ak47bobbarke]

Your story is inspiring, thank you :)

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo for watching!

[@aswadmalik1740]

Awesome Job and great vision!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Thanks

[@strikeflow1]

Living the dream🙌

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

It's not so bad

[@robinancheta3538]

Where can you buy cheap land for off grid in Hilo Hawaii?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

It's hard to find it but if you don't mind being a log way from town there are still a ton of "affordable" parcels.

[@rebeccaketner816]

I like Aloha Estates in Volcano for buying lots, less crime maybe than Pahoa area, Puna is beautiful though!

[@t8music]

Do you have a video on filtering drinking water?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I do, here it is: 3 Way To Make Rainwater Drinkable kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZq6mZuIrd6FgM0

[@brolife7027]

Thank you for this bro

[@SashaDeKasha]

Achieve your dream… I love it!

[@genesism5326]

Thank you so much for the information. We planning to move to some places with tropical whether, could you advice me which area in Hawaii is out for volcanoes. Thank you for your time

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Just stay away from anything past Pahoa town itself and you should be fine.

[@wm2552]

Where do you surf less than 1hr away? What about lava tubes on your property? How was the vog during the last eruption and did you have to evacuate? Do you have insurance?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

There are a few surf spots in Hilo that I am less than 20 minutes from. But they are getting crowded these days because of the spots we lost in the last eruption. Some properties do have lava tubes, mine doesn't. Most people are able to work around lava tubes, they aren't that common either. I live in Zone 3 for a reason. While zone 1 & 2 were both really beautiful areas, there had to be a reason they were zoned that way, and it showed in 2018. We did not have to evacuate, but the sky was an eerie orange color every night. We only had 2 bad vog days when the winds didn't blow but other than that, we were fine. You can get insurance in zone 3 no problem.

[@wm2552]

@@HomesteadinHawaii Thanks. Once while visiting the big island, I surfed a break near Kalapama which itself had been destroyed by volcanic activity. I lived on Oahu for about 9 years some time ago and thought about buying land on the big island. One thing I was told was to have the land surveyed and to check for volcanic tubes. Another thing I was told to check was to see if there were zoning plans that would tie the property to water and electricity. You don't think it's necessary? What do you think of shipping containers as an initial residence and how do houses fare when hurricanes blow by the big island in the summer? Also what was the vog like? I would most like to know your annual expenses to live in Puna such as taxes and the cost of living these days. Mahalo.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

@@wm2552 many lots are able to connect to the power grid, with a hefty connection fee and then a high monthly power bill. I prefer to just be on solar. Water is harder to connect to. If you are on a main highway you might be able to connect to the county water, but for the most part its rainwater catchment.

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

@@wm2552 my taxes are around $500/year on .5acre. Vog was only an issue for 2 days during the eruption, never noticed it other than that. Tropical storm iselle dropped trees everywhere, but the mauna does a good job dispersing most of the harmful effects of hurricanes. During hurricane lane it flooded north of hilo but my spot the rain drained right through. Cost of living is what you make it. We live off $1500 a month for a family of 4. We pay no mortgage, water or electric bill. We do have a little propane for cooking. Rest of the money goes to food, gas and misc items.

[@wm2552]

Thanks.

[@JenniferO2323]

You are very lucky to have a piece of land in Hawaii that is something I've always wanted to do I don't know if you can help me figure out how to purchase a small piece of land I kind of like the North shore in Oahu but I know it's very expensive

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I like the north shore too but do you have a million dollars, if so let’s talk

[@sweetwaterz1597]

Thanks for sharing

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Mahalo for watching

[@billygraham5589]

I am looking for land and to go off grid. Where do I find low cost land to build my own off grid small home? And what is the cost of building materials in HI? I’m thinking concrete and concrete blocks, but if wood is available...

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

If you want low cost, Hawaii is no longer the place for that. Expect everything to cost a least double from the mainland. Time will price you out no matter how simple your lifestyle

[@mwhitehall889]

I wanted to see your house!

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Ha! One day perhaps.

[@not_too_bright8020]

Basic living for the basic mind.💯

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

That's all you really need

[@talori5417]

It costs a cool 400K for a lil lot in Kauai in 2021. Beautiful property.❤️

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Kauai was never cheap. Else I would've moved there long ago

[@katl1489]

Hey, my partner and I are looking to do the same thing, stayin in HPP here. Are you in Ainaloa?

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

Awesome! Yeah, I'm in Ainaloa now but may be moving down to hpp next year. If you need any cuttings let me know.

[@theresewheeler1498]

You should show us your homestead

[@HomesteadinHawaii]

I share some of it in this video here 10 Year Old Tropical Food Forest Tour On A Half Acre In Hawai'i (With Tips To Make Yours Thrive) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJXdk2loh72jb6M