Seller's Highlights

1. Have you done any upgrades?

We have made numerous changes and upgrades to the property:

The most valuable upgrade that we have made is the addition of solar photovoltaic (PV). It was accomplished in stages (paid cash) and is completely grandfathered for net-metering. This means that we accumulate credits for excess power generated throughout the year. Those credits are used in months that we use more electricity than we generate. As a result, our electric bill for the YEAR was $711.76 in 2015. That averaged out to $59.31 per month! Neighbors have said their bill was around $500 per month, so it is a tremendous savings!

a. 6 PV panels with central inverter installed in 2010.

b. 6 more PV panels added to the system in 2011.

c. 11 PV panels with micro inverters installed in 2012.

d. 10 PV panels with micro inverters installed in 2013.

Other upgrades include:

• We have ceramic tile throughout the bottom floor. On the second floor, we installed travertine tile in the master bath and walk-in closet, with ceramic tile installed in the other upstairs bathroom. We have oak hardwood on the stairs, and laminate throughout the remainder of the second floor.
• A solar attic fan was installed, which keeps the attic much cooler and reduces the load on the central air conditioner.
• Added ceiling fans in living room, family room, master bedroom, and 2 other upstairs bedrooms.
• Solar water heater was installed to increase energy efficiency.
• A whole home water filter and softener system was installed. Ewa beach has hard water, which does not taste good and causes scale buildup on fixtures etc. The filter and softener system makes the water taste great and keeps the looking good.
• Replaced faucets in bathrooms and kitchen, replaced toilets with low flow models, replaced the front exterior light.
• Replaced downstairs bathroom sink and counter top and added tile back splash and trim.
• Replaced the light fixtures in the bathrooms
• Replaced the tile back splash in the kitchen.
• Installed a tile trim around master bathroom mirror and installed new shades in most rooms.
• The exterior of the house and garage were recently repainted. Most of the inside of the house was also repainted.
• Added an additional concrete lanai 19X11 = apx 209 sq ft. Next to this lanai is an 11X11 (apx 121 sq ft.) area of 24" cement stepping stones.
• We installed a cement sidewalk to the alley 3X25'6" = apx 76.5 sq ft.
• Near the back door, we added a concrete lanai 5'6"X8 = apx 43 sq ft.
• Landscaped the back yard with trees, shrubs, sprinkler system, and some artificial grass.

2. What things do you like most about this home and living here?

We love our home, the surroundings, and the close knit group of friends and neighbors.

3. What factors influenced your decision to move here?

We were impressed with the quality and amenities of the homes. When we initially looked at houses, we were shown a lot of single wall construction homes, which did not suit us. When we found Ocean Pointe and the planned community, we knew this would be home.

4. How is traffic in and around the neighborhood?

As far as the traffic, it is a fairly quiet street, which was good for the kids. There are several major streets that allow neighborhood ingress/egress.

5. How is your commute to work?

I start work very early, so I don't experience typical traffic.

6. What do you like best about your neighborhood?

The neighbors are great. We have known some of them for many years, have become close and we watch out for one another.

7. What are your favorite nearby restaurants and places to shop?

Many fast food establishments are close by. If we have to do shopping outside the area, we typically go to Kapolei, just a few minutes away. We definitely enjoy having several shopping centers close by. When the new mall opens, it will be great not having to drive downtown!

8. Are there any events in your neighborhood that a new buyer would like to know about?

Definitely check out the Christmas parade in Ewa Beach! We like supporting our local groups. If you like sports, the nearby park is great to coach or watch the kids play ball and hone their talent.