Category: Hawaii Real Estate by Jason Wong

What if the “good bones” of your next Hawaii investment property were made from the very materials currently polluting the Pacific Ocean? The real estate landscape is shifting, and true luxury now encompasses sustainability, innovation, and long-term resilience. At Island Dragonfly, evaluating the future of how we live in island environments is paramount. This video…

Renting in Hawaii has always been considered the “safe” play—until now. Welcome to the 2026 Honolulu real estate market, where the math has completely flipped. In this video, we break down the exact numbers nobody is talking about. With median rents for a 2-bedroom unit in Urban Honolulu creeping over $3,100 (and hitting $3,500+ in…

They say Rome wasn’t built in a day, but what about a house in Hawaii? 3D-printed concrete homes have officially landed on our shores, bringing sci-fi technology right to the islands. But is the promise of a “48-hour build” reality, or just a headline? In this video, we dive deep into the pros and cons…

Are you underwater on your Hawaii mortgage? When the water is rising, you have two life rafts: a Short Sale or a Foreclosure. But making the wrong choice can leave a massive financial scar that follows you around for seven years. In this video, I break down the truth about navigating distressed properties in Hawaii.…

Aloha everyone, and welcome back to the channel. Today, we are diving deep into the literal hot spots of the Big Island to discuss the most explosive topic in Hawaii energy: Geothermal power. Hawaii has an ambitious goal to reach 100% renewable energy by 2045. While most islands rely on solar and wind, the Big…

The traditional real estate closing process is changing. For decades, buyers and sellers have accepted a 30-to-45-day waiting period, hoping a wire transfer clears and a stranger stamps a piece of paper. With advancements in blockchain technology and smart contracts, the future of buying a home in Hawaii is shifting toward speed, transparency, and enhanced…

Welcome back to the channel. Today we are tackling the most crucial, yet often misunderstood, aspect of owning property in paradise: Hawaii Homeowner Insurance. Whether you are relocating to an Oahu smart home or investing in a Big Island sustainable luxury retreat, understanding the fine print of our local insurance policies is the only way…

Will Hawaii ban foreign real estate buyers? The headlines are alarming, but as a Principal Broker with over two decades of experience, I am here to pour some cold-brew coffee on the rumors and break down the facts. In this video, we explore the specific bills currently in the Hawaii State Legislature targeting non-resident foreign…

Are you facing a divorce and need to sell your Hawaii property with an ex-spouse living abroad? Splitting assets is complicated enough, but when one party is overseas, the financial and legal hurdles multiply. In this video, I break down the crucial steps to protect your equity and avoid disastrous delays. Hawaii is an Equitable…

Living in Hawaii is an absolute dream, but building a home here presents intense environmental challenges. From aggressive ground termites and rotting salt air to the ever-present threat of tropical storms, traditional wood-frame houses often struggle to survive without expensive, ongoing maintenance. There is a better way to build. Stabilized Rammed Earth, or SRE, is…