Tax

Last October I wrote about the changes made in 2023 to the Hawaiʻi County (= Big Island) real property tax …

2025 Kauai Real Property Taxes: your tax rate is not a one-and-done. In fact, it’s gotten a little more involved. …

Understanding Kaua‘i Property Taxes: What You Need to Know for 2025–2026 The Kaua‘i County Council has just announced the tax …

PRIMARY FINDINGS: A recent independent study has revealed that over 60,000 Honolulu property owners are paying more than 10% above …

Did you know there are ways to reduce your property tax on the Big Island of Hawaii? The County of …

Honolulu’s proposed empty homes tax targets non-owner occupied residential properties on Oahu. Learn tax rates, exemptions, and how to avoid …

A 1031 exchange refers to a real estate transaction for investment properties. These exchanges allow the investor to reinvest with …

Attention Kaua‘i Property Owners: Have You Received Your 2025 Real Property Tax Assessment? By now, you should have received your 2025 …

On Kauai, there are designated vacation rental home areas (VDA) as well as ready-to-build homesites in a qualified opportunity zone …

Learn how the new Hawaii County agricultural property tax rules affect Big Island landowners, including requirements for the agricultural use …

Did you purchase a new home on Oahu recently or know someone who did? Are you sure that you have …

Losing a spouse is difficult, and deciding whether to stay in or sell your home can be challenging. Surviving spouses …