Most Homeowners Say No to Refinance Loans With Mortgage Rates Over 7%
Oʻahu's percentage drop in refi loans during the second quarter was the second largest in the country, according to a national report.
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Older High-Rises on O‘ahu Pressured to Install Fire Sprinklers – But They Have 15 Years to Do It
After the deadly Marco Polo fire of 2017, older Honolulu high rises were required to install sprinkler systems or pass a safety evaluation, but compliance is slow going. Now state legislation asks them to add the costly systems to their reserve studies.
If You Had a Mortgaged Home Destroyed on Maui, Any Relief on Payments May Be Just Temporary
Here are the options for people who can’t live in their homes anymore, but still owe money on the mortgage.
Bella Hughes Talks Serial Entrepreneurship and Angel Investing, S2E12
The Shaka Tea co-founder shares her career journey and how the lessons she’s learned have helped shaped her into the leader she is today.
5 Steps to Ensuring Your Personal Insurance Is Up to Date
A sales manager at Atlas Insurance helps you figure out if you’re underinsured or overpaying.
Realtors Locally and Nationwide Step Up to Support Maui's Survivors
The president-elect of the Realtors Association of Maui estimates about 40 to 50 agents lost their homes and possessions, and one is reported missing.
Never Quit Dreaming Helps Special Needs Kids Have Fun and Be Part of a Team
The nonprofit teaches sports skills to young people and organizes outings for families. UH’s baseball team is a big supporter.
“The Power of Kākou: ‘Ohana Caring for ‘Ohana” on Maui
Chad Buck, CEO of the Hawaii Foodservice Alliance, was deeply involved with the thousands of other volunteers bringing food and other essentials to the survivors of the wildfires. He describes what he saw and the powerful emotions he and others felt.
“Leiolani” Comes to Life on a Massive Wall at Pālama Settlement
JT Ojerio of Aloha de Mele painted one of the 70 murals at the Hawai‘i Walls festival in Kalihi.
How to Replace Important Documents and Access Financial Aid After a Disaster
Here’s what residents and businesses impacted by the Maui wildfires should know about ordering replacement documents and applying for federal assistance. Plus, a list of local financial institutions offering emergency relief.
What’s Next for the Trust for Public Land in Hawai‘i
Since its founding 50 years ago, the organization says it has protected over 77,000 acres. Among its current projects is returning land to Native Hawaiian control.
Lost in the Lāhainā Fire: A New Affordable Housing Complex
The development company that used low-income housing tax credits to build the 89-unit apartment building hopes to rebuild.