Tropical Storm Lala Shows Why We Need a Buffer between residences and trees

This tree was transplanted and it’s roots were shallow. When it blew over, it uprooted everything planted near it
The fence nearly took out this Mustang

When you are on your property, look up. Ask yourself if you’d be ok if whatever is overhead fell on top of your head. Look beside you.  Ask yourself, if that blew to the side and down, would I find that outcome pleasing?

If gravity could change an object from a protective barrier to a projectile, take precautions by putting distance between what you own and what the wind can rip off it’s moorings.

Established distance between your home and structures that gravity can transform from barriers into bullets=Defensible Space

By #TangeeLazarusREALTOR Security Focused Hawaiii Real Estate

Cutting a tall, dead tree down may not be enough. What are we not able to see that impacts safety?

Defensible Space Makes Sense When Storms like Lala Knock down trees all over Oahu

Room to Survive

Defensible space means giving your home room to survive. It is recommended that people have a clearing of at least 5 feet right next to their dwellings. Keep trees trimmed, remove dead limbs and debris, and maintain clear space around the structure. After storms like Lala, that separation can reduce damage from falling trees, fire, and flying debris. Check out these pictures

This palm tree is blocking a pathway between two hotels. Good thing no one was on the walkway when it fell.

VA Loan Benefits QuickList

Military home-buying benefits:

*Zero down payment options, Finance 100% of the home price without a down payment, up to standard county limits.

*No private mortgage insurance (PMI). Save money each month because the government backs the loan.

* Competitive interest rates backed by the Veterans Affairs Administration. Enjoy average rates that are typically lower than conventional mortgage options.

* Active-duty members can also use tax-free Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to pay down mortgages and build equity instead of paying rent.

*Capped Closing Costs: The VA limits the fees and closing costs that lenders can charge you.

*Reusable Lifetime Benefit: Use the loan program multiple times, and even hold more than one VA loan at a time under secondary entitlement rules.

* Funding Fee Waivers: Avoid the one-time VA funding fee entirely if you receive VA disability compensation. 

*VA Home Loans – Veterans Benefits Administration    Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) grants help disabled veterans modify or build a custom home to fit their physical needs

*Flexible Credit Guidelines: Qualify easier with underwriting rules designed to be more forgiving than conventional lenders. 

VA Home Loan Benefits You Need to Know  VA.gov Home | Veterans Affairs https://www.benefits.va.gov