Buying Advice What Actually Performs Well as a Short-Term Rental on Kauaʻi Views from Poi'pu Beach Kate Enoka January 21, 2026
Big Island The Value of Residential STVRs in Hawaii County: Why Grandfathered Properties Like Puako 143 Are More Valuable Than Ever As we enter 2026, many buyers and investors are asking the same question: “What is really worth owning in Hawaii … Jan Nores, RS January 7, 2026
Big Island 2025 Update: Big Island Hosted Transient Vacation Rentals A new approach to developing rules for registration and regulation of hosted vacation rentals on Hawaii Island was unveiled to … Beth Thoma Robinson, R(B) April 19, 2025
Big Island Big Island Short-Term Rental Update: New Rules for Hosted Vacation Rentals An update on Hawaiʻi County Bills 121, 122, and 123 and how proposed changes may affect hosted vacation rentals, ADUs, … Beth Thoma Robinson, R(B) September 7, 2024
Big Island The Secret Power of Backup Offers: A Hidden Advantage for Home Buyers In the ever-evolving real estate market, buyers always seek an edge to better their chances of securing their dream home. … Leeana Runningbear August 10, 2024
Big Island How to Break Even and Maximize Long-Term Value in Hawaii Island Real Estate Investments Hawaii Island offers a unique tapestry of potential returns for those investing in both residential and vacation properties, each with … Leeana Runningbear May 18, 2024
Big Island Successful Short-Term Vacation Rental in the Heart of Hilo Town This fully furnished unit has updated koa-style vinyl flooring, Acacia wood kitchen counter, newer appliances and updated tiled bathroom floor … Jeanna Rimmer May 13, 2024
Big Island Hawaiʻi State Vacation Rental Bill – Big Island Impacts? I have been blogging regularly about the Transient Accommodation Rentals bill proposed for the Big Island, but the headlines recently … Beth Thoma Robinson, R(B) May 5, 2024
Oahu Ilikai Hotel & Luxury Resort: Make Your Mark at Waikiki’s Most Iconic Vacation Rental Property Ilikai Hotel and Luxury Suites is considered to be an iconic landmark within the Waikiki skyline. It attracts world class … Hawaii Life April 11, 2024
Condos Just Listed in Kanai A Nalu: Four Beautifully Remodeled Maalaea Condos Located in the heart of Maalaea at the crossroads of Maui, with easy access to Kihei, West Maui, and the … Leslie Mackenzie Smith April 3, 2024
Latest News Big Island Short Term (Transient Accommodations) Rental Bill Goes to Planning Commissions In 2019, Hawaiʻi County passed an ordinance requiring registration and regulation of unhosted short term vacation rentals – ones where … Beth Thoma Robinson, R(B) April 3, 2024
Hawaii Island Do We Really Need This? I love Harry Kim. I mean, who doesn’t? At the recent wastewater meeting, he offered a sensible approach to the … Hawaii Life March 3, 2024