Hello!  I hope this is allowed- if not I apologize.  I’m reaching out looking for guidance involving multiple properties on the Big Island of Hawaii currently tied to a probate process.

Property Overview:

• Kalapana – 10 acres Located in a lava flow area with established access via a bulldozed drive now recognized as a road. The property includes a growing, producing orchard (including white pineapple), agricultural-style outbuildings, and has been actively used for off-grid living. This is not raw land — it has existing use, infrastructure, and strong potential for agricultural or eco-tourism applications.
• Ocean View – 2 parcels (including a 3-bedroom home) A nice, one level off-grid residence in the rare "old growth" area with solar power and water catchment already in place. The home is livable and represents a usable asset in an active off-grid market.  There is also a second house pad already on the property.
• Ranchos – 2-acre subdivision lot Flat, usable land in a subdivision setting. The lot is buildable and would primarily require clearing for development.

Current Status:

• Properties are part of an active probate situation- I am currently on the mainland thousands of miles away
• I have been involved with this estate and these properties for nearly 20 years
• Property taxes are current
• Documentation is available (property records, probate details, parcel information)

Value Overview (based on comparable properties):

• Kalapana parcel: approximately $150k–$220k as-is, with upside depending on use
• Ocean View home: approximately $250k–$320k
• Ranchos lot: approximately $25k–$60k

Estimated combined value: ~$425k–$550k+, with additional upside potential

Opportunity:

I am seeking a joint venture partner to help fund and/or assist with completing the probate process in Hawaii and stabilizing the properties.  This is not a speculative acquisition — the underlying assets already exist and have functional use. The opportunity is to unlock and optimize that value.  I am terrified that we will make the wrong choice and fall victim to some scam.  I need guidance.

Structure:

Open to structuring this as:

• A percentage of proceeds from eventual sale of one or more parcels, equity participation in one or more parcels or some other fair agreement that is mutually beneficial.

I bring nearly two decades of direct familiarity with the land, its use, and the challenges of operating in these areas. What I currently lack is the capital required to complete the final steps of probate and transition the properties into their next phase.

If this aligns with your investment focus, I can provide further details and documentation.  For security reason I don't want to post pics with specific details on locations- however the one posted is from the road in front of the house.  Thank you so much for taking the time to review this and I will look forward to speaking with the right person for this opportunity.  Aloha