Commentary: Why Managing Household Budgets and Corporate Finances Aren’t So Different
Financial lessons from Hawaiian Airlines that apply to everyday challenges, from setting goals to assessing risk.
Finance
Which Money Journey Are You Currently On?
Join financial experts on Nov. 9 to learn about budgeting basics, building credit, retirement planning, buying your first home, financial strategies for small businesses and more.
Hawai‘i’s Most Profitable Companies 2024
The No. 1 company earned $297 million in profit last year; the last-place company lost almost as much.
Hawai‘i’s Most Profitable Companies 2023
Matson tops the list for a second year in a row, with more than $1 billion in net profit last year.
What to Know About Insurance Claims Following a Wildfire
We spoke with Robert Libby, assistant VP of claims at First Insurance Co., and Aaron Poentis, regional account manager of First Onsite Property Restoration in Hawai‘i, about what residents should know about filing insurance claims after a wildfire and what the process generally looks like.
How to Replace Important Documents and Access Financial Aid After a Disaster
Here’s what residents and businesses impacted by the Maui wildfires should know about ordering replacement documents and applying for federal assistance. Plus, a list of local financial institutions offering emergency relief.
Home Sales are Down, But the Drop in New Mortgages is Far Greater
Both O‘ahu and national numbers show 56% declines in new residential home mortgages during the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period last year.
At Least 10% of U.S. Home Sales Are DIY
The number of homes for-sale-by-owner was up nationwide in 2022. Several local companies offer to list the homes on MLS and handle the closing for a flat fee, but you do most everything else.
Your Hawaii Home Insurance Rates Have Probably Gone Up. Here’s Why.
The reasons are numerous, including rising construction costs, leaking pipes and Florida’s Hurricane Ian. But there are ways to reduce your premiums.
