Thinking of selling agricultural land or farmland in Hawaii — and the best offer is coming from an overseas investor? Before you celebrate that top-dollar bid, there’s a federal rule you cannot afford to ignore.
In this video, Jason Wong (PB), MBA — President & Principal Broker of Island Dragonfly LLC — breaks down one of the most expensive mistakes a Hawaii land seller can make: overlooking AFIDA, the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
▸ Why selling ag land to a foreign buyer is not the same as a standard residential sale
▸ AFIDA explained in plain English — and why it applies to Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi, and Big Island farmland
▸ The 90-day countdown: foreign buyers must file Form FSA-153 with the USDA within 90 days of closing
▸ The penalty that shocks most sellers — up to 25% of the property’s fair market value for late or missed filings
▸ A real-world example: how a $2,000,000 sale can expose the deal to a potential $500,000 penalty
▸ State-level bans: why many states are now restricting buyers from certain countries — and how that affects your buyer pool
▸ The new 2026 USDA tracking portal and why compliance scrutiny is at an all-time high
▸ How the right broker protects your equity by spotting the difference between a strong offer and a compliance nightmare
Hawaii agricultural land is one of the islands’ most valuable and most misunderstood asset classes. Foreign and Asia-Pacific investors continue to seek a slice of paradise — but a single paperwork error can turn a profitable sale into a costly headache. The goal of this video is simple: help Hawaii landowners sell with confidence, protect their proceeds, and structure deals the right way from day one.
Whether you own farmland on Oʻahu, ranch land on Big Island, or agricultural acreage on Maui or Kauaʻi, this is essential knowledge before you list.
With over two decades of experience and a global network spanning Asia-Pacific and North America, Jason Wong bridges international buyers with Hawaii sellers — while keeping every transaction clean, compliant, and profitable.
📞 Ready to sell your Hawaii land the right way? Let’s talk.
Jason Wong (PB), MBA — Island Dragonfly LLC
🌐 Personal site: https://jasonwong.us
🌐 Firm site: https://islanddragonfly.com
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This video is for general educational purposes only and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice. Consult a qualified professional regarding your specific transaction.
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