The pandemic has shifted Hawaiʻi's already expensive house prices into overdrive. Five, ten or more buyers sometimes compete for the same homes, turning sales into bidding wars — with cash buyers holding the edge.
Food Gurus Hawaii Restaurant Index tracks over 125,000 daily transactions at more than 130 restaurant units statewide.
Kupu used stimulus money to protect the ‘āina and provide new opportunities for hundreds of people. Part 9 of a series of stories about resilience during the pandemic.
Kalyn Kim's business was on the brink of shutting down completely back in March 2020. The turnaround for Kim came after a church group of small business owners banded together to share tips and successes, and found ways to support each other through the tough times.
Part four of a series of stories about resilience during the pandemic
Part three of a series of stories about resilience during the pandemic
Part two of a series of stories about resilience during the pandemic
The pandemic has crippled thousands of small businesses in Hawai‘i and forced tens of thousands of people to find new jobs. Amid these personal tragedies are stories of grit, perseverance and transformation. Part one of a series of stories about resilience during the pandemic.
