News and Updates
2024 Kona Ironman World Championship – The Prep
Aloha! The Ironman World Championship kicks off tomorrow! Having lived in Kona for 24 years, I never get tired of this event—it’s incredible every single time. Sure, traffic jams come with it, but the energy and excitement are worth it, ...October 25, 2024
How the 2024 Election May Impact the Real Estate Market
As we approach the 2024 presidential election, it’s natural for uncertainty to affect market behaviors, especially in real estate. Historical patterns show that elections can cause buyers and sellers to hesitate, but the real estate market of...October 21, 2024
Alaska Airline Acquires Hawaiian Airline
Seattle-based Alaska Airlines completed its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines in September 2024, following scrutiny from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Hawaiian will continue to operate under its iconic branding and uniforms, refle...October 3, 2024
NAR’s Clear Cooperation violates Code of Ethics & State Law
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) introduced the Clear Cooperation Policy to foster transparency in real estate transactions in 2019. The policy requires agents to submit listings to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) within one busine...October 3, 2024
Condo Insurance Crisis in Hawaii
Understanding the Hawaii Condo Insurance Crisis In recent months, condo projects in Hawaii have faced skyrocketing insurance premiums, with some seeing increases of up to 400%. These hikes can lead to special assessments and significant increa...August 24, 2024
The Shaka Gesture Now Official in Hawaii
The Hawaiian islands are known for their unique blend of culture, natural beauty, and the spirit of Aloha. This spirit has a new symbol recently recognized officially: the Shaka gesture. This simple hand signal, made by extending the thumb and ...August 21, 2024
Understanding the Real Estate Practice Changes Effective August 17th, 2024
On March 15, 2024, the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reached a settlement agreement with plaintiffs that could potentially end ongoing litigation regarding broker commissions. The $418M antitrust settlement took effect on August 17, ...August 16, 2024
Hawaii’s SB2919: What It Means for Vacation Rentals in Hawaii County
Recently, Governor Josh Green signed SB2919 into law, a significant move that impacts how vacation rentals are regulated across the state. What is SB2919? SB2919 is a new law that gives individual counties in Hawaii the authority to regul...June 21, 2024
Kilauea Volcano 101: Location and Safety
The latest eruption that began on Monday, June 3, 2024, southwest of Kaluapele (Kīlauea caldera) within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park has ended. This short-lived eruption, lasting just a few days, raised many questions about safety. Rest ass...June 14, 2024