Hawaii Real Estate News

Talk Story #58 – Visionary Plans Revealed by State Planners for Kaka’ako Urban Area

Historic changes are in the wind with Oahu’s future Rapid Transit train system planned. Since it will run through and end in Kaka’ako, near the district of Ala Moana, there has spurred major urban development discussions and forums. Recently revealed plans for the area as noted in the Star Advertiser reinforces strong land use decisions with exciting concepts and [...]

Hawaii Life Welcomes Rhonda Hay

Rhonda Hay (Realtor, Broker) has joined Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers as the Broker In Charge of Business Development for the Island of Maui. Rhonda brings over 20 years of residential real estate sales experience and over a decade of leadership and management to her new role with Hawaii Life. Previously, Rhonda served as the [...]

Talk Story #57 – Newest Plan Revealed Called the “Collection at 600 Ala Moana” in Kaka’ako

Transition of the Kaka’ako neighborhood, between the city of Honolulu and Waikiki, will continue to modernize and fulfill the needs of Oahu’s rapid urban growth. Recently, Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. (A&B) announced their newest plans for the acres owned by Kamehameha Schools.  What is The Collection at 600 Ala Moana? ‘The Collection at 600 Ala [...]

Treasury Department Changes Highlight Evolution of the Hawaii Short Sale Industry

The Treasury Department and Obama administration introduced Making Home Affordable (MHA) program in 2009. The MHA program created uniform guidelines for loan modifications, HAFA short sales, and foreclosure prevention. The MHA program has helped thousands of homeowners across the country avoid foreclosure by offering numerous loan modification options, or options like a short sale.