THE IHARA TEAM - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Team Leader
- Founder, Coach and Leader of Keller Williams Real Estate Planner
My name is Dan Ihara and in 2005, I started in real estate, and a year later my wife Julie joined me in creating the Ihara Team. We quickly discovered our calling which was to support seniors in their search to find safe and comfortable living solutions as they age. We found that as they got older, the stairs tended to become more difficult to navigate, the yard became too much work to maintain, and deferred maintenance crept up to become an overwhelming problem to deal with. In 2006 we started educating our clients and the general population on senior living options in our desire to help them find a more comfortable living environment. We also shared options like having family help around the home, bringing skilled nursing into the home, downsizing to a smaller, safer home, or moving to a retirement community or care home. Our goal was to provide options so that our seniors and their families could make good educated decisions about the care and the most appropriate living environment. However, we didn't stop there. We soon noticed that many seniors faced challenges with investment properties, which often had deferred maintenance. Many were concerned about capital gains taxes and many became aware of other families dealing with family disputes after their parents passed away. In general, most were faced with the daunting task of transferring wealth.
We found that some wanted the cash flow from their investment properties and were not educated on how to maximize their cash-on-cash return on their investments. So now we offer a Free Asset Performance Test for your investment properties so we can clearly measure their return on investment as it relates to the value of their property. If your asset is underperforming we can help you exchange your underperforming asset with a higher-performing investment property. If you don't want to be a landlord anymore we also have solutions to remove the burden of owning a rental property, eliminate capital gains taxes, and prevent family disputes.
Now if you don't need the money from your investment properties to sustain the life you desire then you may want to think about blessing your kids while you are still alive. We specialize in crafting a legacy plan for your children that not only has the potential to eliminate capital gains taxes but more importantly, ensure family harmony by meticulously planning for equitable distribution, making each child feel they have received a fair share. Did you know that 70% of families fight over real estate after their parents pass away? We are on a National movement to prevent family disputes and we invite you to join us in creating a plan to eliminate family disputes and keep your family together.
While we are not attorneys, CPAs, or financial planners, we understand how owning real estate can be used to Build, Protect and Transfer Wealth. We quickly found out that there were no classes for trustees after their parents passed away leaving them with more questions than answers. What are the responsibilities of a trustee? For parents and children who have trustees, we worked closely with attorneys and trust companies and have developed a free class called, "I'm a trustee, now what?" There are 21 things you need to know as a Trustee. Hundreds of families have attended these classes and are so grateful for the rich, valuable information that will make their lives less stressful.
Dan Ihara, Founder, Coach and leader of Keller Williams Real Estate Planner has built a team of highly trained and specialized Realtors who serve clients at the highest level. As a nationally recognized Coach, Speaker and Trainer, Dan has helped thousands of realtors grow their businesses with the highest level of services coupled with care and compassion.
Ihara Team Buyer Specialist. Jarett recognizes the value and trust his client's place in him and is dedicated to ensuring a seamless transaction. He provides you with the most up-to-date knowledge of the Hawaii market along with executing the best strategies for buyers to succeed in today's current housing climate. Born and raised in Hawaii, he attended the University of Hawaii at Manoa where he played baseball and obtained his bachelor's degree. When he is not working hard to find your dream home, Jarett loves spending time with family/friends and staying active by playing sports and golfing.
Ihara Team Listing Manager. Kevin loves investing and helping people build wealth through real estate. He is an Iolani and UH Manoa grad. When Kevin is not working (which he does all the time) he likes to spend time with family, in the water, or eating ono kine grinds.
Most Real estate agents have to wear many hats during their workday. They are responsible for all aspects of your real estate sale or purchase including managing contracts, negotiations, market analysis, home estimates, marketing your home, copywriting, admin, etc. All these responsibilities can be overwhelming and exhausting for any agent to do on their own. A team structure allows you to benefit from a group of specialists who focus on different aspects of your real estate sale or purchase because we work together on specific areas.
Ihara Team Buyer and Client Care Specialist, and team Chef. His passionate energy and down-to-earth manner help him walk alongside his clients through the homebuying journey and help them reach their ultimate goals. Ryan was born and raised in the North Bay Area of California, traveling to Oahu every, where he would live at his grandmother's home and learn his family's history. Ryan graduated from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. In his free time, he enjoys getting creative in the kitchen, bodysurfing at Sandy's, spending time with his friends, family, and cat, and watching football.
Ihara Team Chief Negotiator. Shane works side by side with the listing team, once your home is active on the market he handles the offers and works closely with escrow throughout the closing process to assure a smooth transaction, by understanding the buyer's motivation and the seller's unique needs. Due to the high volume of business the team generates, Shane is exposed to many more deals than the average agent and has the experience to get the job done and close the sale. Shane enjoys being at the beach with his family and surfing various breaks on the south shore in his free time.
Tiffany Young, Buyer specialist extraordinaire, coolest mom ever, wife to the chief negotiator of The Ihara Team, Shane Breeden, and connoisseur of designer shoes. Tiffany is constantly exploring the island, learning about the local dynamics of each neighborhood. Her top priority is knowing the inventory so she can best serve her clients' needs. And don't be fooled by her stilettos...she will climb ladders and crawl under homes to advocate for you at the highest level. In her free time, she enjoys beach days with the family.