Category: Hawaii Real Estate by Jason Wong

Hawaii real estate is changing — and one of the most important forces behind that change is the aging population. For years, many people assumed that older homeowners would eventually sell their larger family homes all at once, creating a wave of new inventory. But the reality is more complex. Many seniors are choosing to…

Did you know we spend about 90% of our lives indoors? If your home is just a box where you sleep and occasionally binge-watch Netflix, it is time for a massive upgrade. Welcome to the era of Wellness Real Estate. As the Principal Broker at Island Dragonfly, I’ve watched the luxury housing market evolve. Today,…

Aloha, I’m Jason Wong, Principal Broker of Island Dragonfly, LLC, and today we are talking about something every Hawaii homeowner, buyer, seller, investor, and relocation client should understand: smart appliances are not just a convenience—they are part of your property’s long-term value strategy. In Hawaii, every gallon matters. Between high utility costs, island logistics, and…

A U.S. home burglary happens roughly every 26 seconds — and nearly a quarter of intruders come in through a first-floor window. If your home still relies on an old-school magnetic contact sensor, you’re already a step behind: that sensor only knows if the window opened. It tells you nothing if someone shatters the glass…

You’ve spent millions curating your perfect island sanctuary. You’ve staged the interiors, perfected the landscaping, and designed a property that stops traffic. But when the Hawaiian sun goes down, who is actually watching your asset? Aloha, I’m Jason Wong, Principal Broker at Island Dragonfly. In this video, we dive deep into high-end real estate security,…

The water in Hawaii might be a perfect 77 degrees, but the real estate insurance market is boiling over. 🌊 If you are looking to buy a condo or invest in Hawaii real estate, you cannot afford to ignore the “Climate Penalty.” Recent data shows some Hawaii condo associations have seen insurance premiums jump anywhere…

If you own real estate in Hawaii but you don’t live here full-time, there’s a single piece of paper that can keep tens of thousands of dollars in your pocket at closing instead of in the State of Hawaii’s general fund for a year or more. That document is Form N-289 — the Certification for…

Can you legally Airbnb your property in Hawaii — or could one wrong assumption turn your dream investment into a costly compliance problem? In this video, Jason Wong, Principal Broker of Island Dragonfly, explains one of the most misunderstood questions in Hawaii real estate: whether a home, condo, or investment property can legally be used…

Hawaii’s new building code could cost you tens of thousands if your contractor is still quoting the old version. Here’s what changed — and what to ask before you sign a build contract on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, or Big Island. In 2020–2023, all four Hawaii counties officially adopted the 2018 IECC (International Energy Conservation Code)…

Buying property in Hawaii from Japan can feel exciting, emotional, and complicated all at once. Many Japan-based buyers love the idea of owning a Hawaii home, condo, vacation property, or long-term investment—but the financing question often becomes the first major hurdle. In this video, I explain the key questions Japanese buyers should ask before purchasing…