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How much of your paycheck goes to your mortgage in Honolulu? A lot.

A new report says 73% of a Honolulu homebuyer's earnings goes to pay the mortgage.

The Last Major Tax Bills Still Alive This Session Would Cut Income And Estate Taxes

It's a tight budget year and lawmakers are being criticized for advancing a major reduction in the state inheritance tax that would only benefit Hawaii's wealthiest families.

Hawaii affordable housing demand is sky high, but not at one tower

It’s hard to dispute that affordable housing in Hawaii is in critically short supply, but one developer in Honolulu is having a very hard time selling it.

Housing advocate calls for a departure from the status quo to meet basic needs

The executive director of the Hawaiʻi Appleseed Center for Law and Economic Justice spoke to The Conversation about the mixed bag of results for low-income families during the 2023 legislative session.

Hawaii taxpayers are paying a high cost for evictions

It's becoming harder and harder to keep a roof over your head. And as more people end up on the streets, taxpayers are paying a huge price.

Finland delegation brings new housing ideas to the area

There's an estimated 15,000 without homes living in Hawaii. Non-profits and government agencies are now turning to other countries for solutions to our housing problem.

Finland delegation brings new homeless housing ideas to Hawaii

There's an estimated 15,000 without homes living in Hawaii. Non-profits and government agencies are now turning to other countries for solutions to our housing problem.

Tracking Hawai'i Paychecks Versus Living Costs Since 1969 - Hawaii Business Magazine

To see if people are better off than their grandparents, we compared wages after inflation, debt loads, where people spent their money and more.

It's Gotten Both Worse and Better for Struggling Working Families

ADUs Seemed Like a Simple Solution to Hawai'i's Housing Crisis - Hawaii Business Magazine

But the reality of building accessory dwelling units was far more complicated, leading to just a trickle of affordable units. Could regulatory changes boost the numbers?