What if your Hawaii vacation home could become your job?
In our continuing "Real Talk with Real People" – Julie interviews Big Island homeowner, Jodi Glimpse, who did exactly that — turning a Kona vacation rental into a reliable income stream while living full time in Hawaii.
After owning a business in Arizona for 20 years, Jody and her husband made a strategic move: they purchased a short-term rental in a resort-zoned community and eventually took over the management themselves. The result? More control, no management fees, and a flexible part-time business they can run from the island.
We break down what it really takes to create your own job with a vacation rental in Kona, including:
• Why resort zoning matters
• The real numbers behind self-management
• Pros and cons of being local vs. remote
• How to maximize bookings and repeat guests
• Hidden costs buyers often overlook
Here is the link to Jodi’s vacation rental for sale: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/78-110-Holuakai-St-Kailua-Kona-HI-96740/332934201_zpid/?utm_campaign=zillowwebmessage&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=txtshare
If you’ve been wondering whether a Kona vacation rental could help support your Hawaii lifestyle, this conversation will give you real-world insight.
For a personalized rental analysis or to explore similar opportunities in West Hawaii, reach out anytime.
Julie Ziemelis
365 Hawaii Real Estate
808-333-1004
Julie@Ziemelis.com