TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 1: A MOVE TO HAWAII ISLAND
Why We Chose the Island of Hawaii
Story of our Move to Hilo
CHAPTER 2: WHERE TO LIVE ON HAWAII ISLAND
Choosing a Location on the Island
Finding your Neighborhood
Renting in Hawaii
Finding your Ideal Hawaii Home
CHAPTER 3: PLANNING AND MOVE LOGISTICS
Timing your Move to Hawaii
What to Bring to Hawaii
Shipping or Buying Cars in Hawaii
Transporting your Possessions to Hawaii
Bringing Pets to Hawaii
Bringing Guns to Hawaii
Banking in Hawaii
Schools on Hawaii Island
Preparing a Budget for Living in Hawaii
CHAPTER 4: AFTER YOUR MOVE TO HAWAII
Setting up Utilities and Services
Licensing Vehicles in Hawaii
Getting a Hawaii Driver's License
Getting a Parking Permit for Disabilities
Other IDS available in Hawaii
Getting Medical Insurance
Mail Services on Hawaii Island
CHAPTER 5: MONEY MATTERS
Lifestyle and your Neighborhood
The High Cost of Energy in Hawaii
Hawaii State Residency and Taxes
Shopping on Hawaii Island
Getting a Job
CHAPTER 6: LIVING ON HAWAII ISLAND
Fun on the Island
Activities for Kids and Teens
Living at a Slower Pace
GLOSSARY
CHAPTER REFERENCES
INDEX
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