APEC 2011 in Hawaii this November

This coming November, all eyes will be on Hawaii as we host the 2011 APEC Convention. APEC is the Asian Pacific Economic Corporation, which consists of the 21 largest economies in the Asia Pacific region. Since the United States only has the opportunity to host this event every 21 years, we are fortunate that Hawaii [...]

Does Housing Help the Economy or Does the Economy Help Housing?

If “the economy helps housing,” Honolulu’s housing market may be in for a rebound. Honolulu Now Ranks 6th in the Nation for Economic Growth According to an article in today’s paper, Honolulu is ranked 6th in the nation for metro areas. The report was composed by the Brookings Institution. Coupled with low inventory, it will [...]