Arlene Ichimura, Realtor Associate & Property Manager

03/11/2026

Reposting for public awareness

02/07/2026

Is it possible that a Homeowner will not be able to rent or occupy a property they own? What are your thoughts?

https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/02/07/fireworks-crackdown-continues-with-drone-video-evidence/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAPzp4VleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeqbSGXgHSlcRoVP2u5zxbUyzIACjBdFrAFCTVzvkOmFiS5yBnV86QuGpYBeg_aem_klCO1FOSoLxCkx2MM176Ow

Property owners may get a warning letter within the next few weeks if they allowed aerial fireworks to be launched, even if they weren't there.

Learn more about the technology used to catch violators ⬇️

01/10/2026

Tons more of dining options just opened in the Keeaumoku area in Honolulu. Check out the dining food hall in the Liona Tower after touring our rental at 1515 Liona Street.

A dozen locally owned restaurants and one bar are coming together in a new food hall that opens this week at a recently completed residential tower along Keeaumoku Street.

12/06/2025

Available for immediate occupancy!
RENTED!

Immaculately maintained 3br/2.5ba home with a 2 car garage located in Hawaii Kai Peninsula Cottages is a vibrant community offering outstanding recreational amenities including security, front desk, party room, BBQ, pool, spa, fitness center, ideal for relaxing or staying active year-round. The thoughtfully designed interior includes a spacious floorpan & large primary bedroom retreat with a walk-in closet & custom closet system for effortless organization.

Conveniently located near schools, dining & shopping, this home offers easy access to dining & shopping.Terms: dogs negotiable (no cats), 1 year lease, no smoking allowed, renter’s insurance required, $40 application fee per adult 18+ for background & credit check.

Any showings that are not confirmed at least 1 hour in advance will be automatically cancelled.

Royal Realty does not discriminate based on whether or not an applicant receives any housing assistance. Whether a unit is approved by the Section 8 office will depend on their inspection of the property.

PROPERTY INFORMATION
• Type: townhouse
• Bedrooms: 3
• Bathrooms: 2.5
• Interior SF: 1,648

Utilities Included:
• Internet, basic cable

Terms:
• Dogs negotiable, no cats
• 1 year lease
• No smoking allowed
• Renter’s insurance required
• Required $40 application fee is required for background & credit check.

Any showings that are not confirmed at least 1 hour in advance will be automatically cancelled.

Royal Realty does not discriminate based on whether or not an applicant receives any housing assistance. Whether a unit is approved by the Section 8 office will depend on their inspection of the property.

Please go to the Tenant Resource page on our website, www.royalrealtyllc.com, to view our company policy regarding applications.

For showings, please text only, 808-721-7990.

Arlene Ichimura, REALTOR® (S) -75492
Royal Realty (RB-20324)
1088 Bishop Street #1004, Honolulu, HI 96813
300 Ohukai Rd. B326, Kihei, HI 96753
Cell: 808-721-7990

12/04/2025

Available for immediate occupancy!
RENTED!

Rarely available 2br/2ba/2pkg unit in a secured building known as The Commodore, on the East side of Oahu. Unit features a spacious floorpan and upgrades with vinyl flooring throughout, updated bathrooms, central a/c, washer/dryer in the unit and a lanai that overlooks the pool and waterfall. Ideal for entertaining guests with fitness rooms, pool, whirlpool bath, waterfall, bbq grills, billiard room, pickle ball/tennis court, bike racks and a recreation room. Utilities include water, sewer, trash, basic cable and internet.

Conveniently located near Koko Marina, restaurants, shopping, beaches and hiking.

PROPERTY INFORMATION
• Type: condo
• Bedrooms: 2
• Bathrooms: 2
• Interior SF: 1,238

Utilities Included:
• Water, sewer, trash, basic cable & internet

Terms:
• Small dog negotiable, no cats
• 1 year lease
• No smoking allowed
• Renter's insurance required
• Required $40 application fee is required for background & credit check.

Any showings that are not confirmed at least 1 hour in advance will be automatically cancelled.

Royal Realty does not discriminate based on whether or not an applicant receives any housing assistance. Whether a unit is approved by the Section 8 office will depend on their inspection of the property.

Please go to the Tenant Resource page on our website, www.royalrealtyllc.com, to view our company policy regarding applications.

For showings, please text only, 808-721-7990.

Arlene Ichimura, REALTOR® (S) -75492
Royal Realty (RB-20324)
1088 Bishop Street #1004, Honolulu, HI 96813
300 Ohukai Rd. B326, Kihei, HI 9675
Cell: 808-721-7990

11/09/2025

Applications for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries furloughed by the government shutdown open on November 09, 2025. Beneficiaries must be registered and ancestry verified.

Check the link for online applications and additional resources.

Applications will open on Monday, November 10, 2025 The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) approved $6.1 million in emergency relief funds to provide immediate, one-time financial assistance to Native Hawaiian beneficiaries affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown. We recognize...

11/08/2025

09/07/2025

What does this really mean for the Owner Occupied properties? It’s a reduction in your property tax liability; deduct the exemption from your tax assessed value to get the adjusted gross value.

📢 A home exemption reduces the taxable value of a home by $120,000 (or $160,000 for homeowners 65 years or older). BUT, you need to file for the exemption. (You only need to file once.) Doing so helps you avoid paying a higher property tax rate.

🔔 To qualify, you must own a single-family home or a condo and live in the property as your main residence. If you haven't already claimed a home exemption on your property, the filing deadline is Sep. 30. Apply at www.realpropertyhonolulu.com.

Assistance for the community:
Consumers can stop by HBR's upcoming FarmLovers Market booth to learn about the home exemption and get help from the Real Property Assessment Division (RPAD) to file online right at the booth:

•Sep. 6: Kaka'ako
•Sep. 7: Kailua
•Sep. 13: Pearlridge

07/21/2025

For anyone relocating to Hawaii, here’s something you should know.

Hawaiʻi's largest shipping company told customers this week that it won’t ship electric vehicles to Hawaiʻi anymore. Matson says it’s because of the fire risk of shipping lithium-ion batteries. We get more on that story from Pacific Business News Editor in Chief Janis Magin.