Aloha, I’m Jason Wong — Principal Broker of Island Dragonfly and your guide to Hawaii real estate across all six islands. 🌺

We live in paradise: the beaches, the sunsets, the plate lunches. But there’s a dark side to island living nobody warns you about — the electric bill. Opening your HECO statement can feel like a horror movie. 😅

As of early 2026, Hawaii pays over 40 cents per kilowatt-hour — the highest rate in the nation, more than DOUBLE the U.S. average of ~17 cents. So I stopped guessing and started calculating. In this video I run the real numbers on every major appliance in a standard Hawaii home to find the “energy vampires” quietly draining your wallet.

Spoiler: it’s NOT your iPhone charger. 🔌

What we break down:
✅ The truth about LED bulbs, chargers & toasters (please, stop unplugging them!)
✅ Your fridge vs. that old “beer fridge” in the garage 🍺
✅ The hidden cost of running your dryer in Hawaii
✅ Culprit #2 — the electric water heater (nearly $2,000/year 💸)
✅ Culprit #1 — central AC (up to $336/month for ONE zone 🥵)
✅ Why solar PV + solar hot water can put $500–$1,000 back in your pocket every single month

This isn’t just a utility lesson — it’s a real estate strategy. As a Principal Broker, I tell every client: energy efficiency isn’t only about being green, it’s about asset value. A Hawaii home with photovoltaic panels and a solar water heater carries real purchasing power — and real resale advantage.

🏝️ Thinking of BUYING? Let’s make sure the home won’t bankrupt you monthly — and if it lacks solar, we’ll negotiate that into the price.
🏝️ Thinking of SELLING? Let’s market your home’s efficiency to savvy local and international buyers who know exactly what it’s worth.

Whether you’re a local family, a Mainland transplant, or an investor from across the Pacific, I bridge global opportunity with local island expertise.

📲 Let’s talk:
Jason Wong (PB), MBA — Principal Broker, Island Dragonfly LLC

🌐 https://jasonwong.us
🌐 https://islanddragonfly.com

🏆 2022 Global Centurion #1 Top Producer, Oʻahu | Excellence Since 2004

🌺 Serving Oʻahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi & Lānaʻi

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