Landlords Must Now Contact Mediation Services Before Evicting Tenants
A new state law requires landlords to notify mediation services when issuing eviction notices, giving tenants 10 days to request free mediation before court proceedings can begin. Landlords who don’t comply cannot legally enforce evictions. Act 278 mandates landlords notify mediation services the same day they serve eviction notices. Tenants have 10 days to request […]
Maui County’s Annual Address to Cover Housing, Recovery, and Tourism Balance
Mayor Bissen will deliver his 2026 State of the County Address on March 5, focusing on wildfire recovery, housing solutions, and economic development including visitor industry balance. The address will highlight progress on housing, recovery, and economic stability while outlining future community strengthening actions. Key priorities include advancing local housing solutions and continuing wildfire recovery […]
Enhanced Financial Assistance Now Available for Maui First-Time Home Purchasers
The Hale Kama’Aina mortgage assistance program has expanded its benefits to make homeownership more accessible for first-time buyers on Maui. These enhanced incentives aim to address the island’s ongoing housing affordability challenges. New incentives added to existing Hale Kama’Aina program to reduce financial barriers for local first-time homebuyers Program expansion comes as Maui continues to […]
January Housing Market Shows Maui Home Values Reach New High of $1.4M
The median price for single-family homes on Maui climbed to $1.4 million in January 2026, reflecting continued upward pressure in the island’s real estate market. Single-family home prices hit a median of $1.4 million, marking another milestone in Maui’s escalating housing costs The price increase impacts both local residents seeking homeownership and the broader rental […]
Historic Low Mortgage Rates Create New Opportunities for Maui Property Investment
Mortgage rates have reached their lowest point in three years, potentially making Maui real estate more accessible for both local residents and investors looking to enter the vacation rental market. Interest rates hit a three-year low, reducing monthly mortgage payments for potential Maui property buyers Lower financing costs could increase demand for Maui real estate, […]
Maui Property Owners See Relief as Home Equity Borrowing Costs Drop Again
Home equity line of credit rates continue falling this week, offering better financing opportunities for Maui homeowners looking to renovate, invest in vacation rental properties, or access their home’s equity. HELOC rates dropped for another consecutive week, making it cheaper for Maui homeowners to borrow against their property equity Lower borrowing costs could benefit vacation […]
December Property Market Shows Mixed Signals with Rising Sales but Lower Condo Values
Maui’s real estate market experienced contrasting trends in December, with property sales jumping by double digits while condominium prices dropped significantly. This shift could impact both rental property investments and accommodation availability for visitors. Property sales volume increased by double digits in December, indicating strong buyer activity in the Maui market Condominium prices experienced a […]
Maui Real Estate Trends: What January 2026 Data Means for Island Living
New housing market data for Maui reveals important trends that could impact both long-term residents and visitors planning extended stays on the island. Housing market statistics provide insights into accommodation costs and availability across different areas of Maui Market trends may influence vacation rental pricing and inventory for travelers planning future trips Real estate data […]
New Educational Initiative Aims to Help Maui Residents Navigate Path to Homeownership
The Realtors Association of Maui has teamed up with community partners to create the Kakou Homeownership Education Program, designed to provide local residents with resources and guidance for purchasing homes in Maui’s challenging real estate market. The Kakou program offers free educational workshops and resources specifically tailored to Maui’s unique housing market conditions Local residents […]
Major Maui Developer Alexander & Baldwin Announces $2.3 Billion Corporate Buyout
Alexander & Baldwin, one of Maui’s largest landowners and developers, has agreed to a $2.3 billion merger deal that could significantly impact future development and real estate projects across the island. The merger involves Alexander & Baldwin, a key player in Maui’s commercial and residential development landscape At $2.3 billion, this represents one of the […]