Here’s Which Ethnic Groups Make the Most Money in Hawai‘i
Some new data is surprising, but other data confirms what has long been known about Hawai‘i’s social and economic hierarchy.
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Some new data is surprising, but other data confirms what has long been known about Hawai‘i’s social and economic hierarchy.
Technology, the pandemic, global instability, climate change and other factors are driving change and uncertainty worldwide. We want to know how important Hawai‘i organizations are responding to this change and uncertainty.
It’s common for rail projects to have cost overruns, but few are as large as Honolulu's.
We tracked some of the project's major milestones, including cost increases, funding deficits, lawsuits and voter input.
A look back at gains and losses in a tumultuous year
BOSS Survey of business leaders and 808 Poll of the general public ask people about their personal finances, their children’s education during the pandemic, and Biden vs. Trump.
BOSS Survey of 447 business owners and executives finds lackluster performance on all three measures for most local companies
Central Pacific Bank, which unveiled a $40 million renovation of its downtown Honolulu headquarters on Jan. 26, has also launched a rebranding campaign.
The pandemic accelerates new ways of lending, financing and investment in the Islands.
Two local CDFI-certified credit unions say the certification gives them access to additional funding and resources from the U.S. Treasury Department’s CDFI Fund.
Four elements that define this practice and how you can get involved.
Local public debates often include economic information and analysis, but the pandemic and resulting economic crisis have intensified the demand for real-time data and understanding.
Sadly, over 50% of marriages end in divorce. As part of the divorce process, many of the people involved are either buying or selling a house, or both. It’s not surprising then that divorce lending professionals are a trend in…
Provided by Geal Talbert, CFP®, CEPA®, and Brandon Park, CFP®, CEPA® There are many considerations for owners during times of uncertainty – safeguarding employees, limiting operational disruptions, and protecting the assets of their companies. Oftentimes, the biggest "asset" of a…
What is the Business Succession Group? Based on the "State of Owner Readiness Survey" conducted by the Exit Planning Institute in 2013 76% of business owners state they would like to transition in the next 10 years, while 48% indicated…
We are continuing to publish stories researched and written before the COVID-19 crisis, such as this one. The BOSS Survey interviewed 433 business representatives statewide; the 808 Poll reached 473 adult members of the general public statewide. Respondents to…
How are you coping amid the COVID-19 crisis? Like most businesses in Hawai‘i and around the world, we have had to change certain aspects of our operations to ensure the health and safety of our customers, our employees and our…
How are you coping amid the COVID-19 crisis? We are doing relatively well under the stressful circumstance in maintaining constant communication with our employees, customers and stakeholders Did your business continuity plan work or were there surprises? Yes, it worked.…
Today’s digital world can be fun and convenient, but the technology you use every day is complex and vulnerable and must be properly managed so you don’t lose money, information and much more. Vance Jones, chief information security officer at…
Cyberattacks on consumers have become all too familiar news, and bank accounts are often targeted. We encourage consumers to follow the tips below to keep their bank accounts cyber-secure: 1. Keep contact information current. When transactions appear suspicious, banks can…
Accurate bookkeeping gives you a clear picture of your company’s finances so you can budget, plan and pursue your financial goals. Here are a few best practices for small business bookkeeping: 1. Be proactive about reviewing and reconciling. Promptly review…
ACH (Automated Clearing House) payments are authorized electronic funds transfers between financial institutions that credit or debit an account. Electronic payments can save your business time and money. Some of the benefits of ACH payments: There’s no need to write…
Throughout our rich 160 year history, we believe that healthy and vibrant communities benefit us all and that by working together we can build a better Hawaii. It is by starting the conversation with one another that we can start…
In Hawai‘i, diabetes-related complications are worse for Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Can limb salvage help reduce amputations?
We sorted through more than a decade of cost overruns, audits and reports to explain how the price soared and why completion fell behind schedule.
Geckos are iconic in Hawaiʻi, as much as pineapples or ukuleles, and, like them, are not native to the Islands. The Polynesians brought them here about 1,500 years ago along with other plants and animals.