As Makiki Heights Drive ascends the lower slopes of Mount Tantalus, every turn reveals a new view of the city below or the forested landscape. Views are one of the attractions of this neighborhood; another is the integrity of the residential development that has been maintained over the years. Vintage homes and estates, many the […]

As a Hawaii native, born and raised in Waianae, Evelyn Fullerton understands the culture and values of the island. She currently resides on the west side in Nanakuli and recently joined Guaranteed Rate as VP of Mortgage Lending in the Aiea Branch. With more than 25 years of experience in sales and marketing, she has […]

Bank of Hawaii announces a fully integrated online mortgage application. SimpliFi Mortgage by Bank of Hawaii is a new digital platform that allows customers in Hawaii and Guam to complete their mortgage process entirely online while offering direct communication with the bank’s mortgage experts. Trends in today’s mortgage industry reveal that customers prefer a combination […]

The dual neighborhood of Maunalani Heights and Wilhelmina Rise is the oldest of the East Oahu hillside residential developments. Among its attributes, in addition to views in all directions, is the diversity of both its natural and built environment. Early landowners planted their properties extensively with shade and fruit trees, including rare species, that surround […]

Q. I am thinking of putting an ADU on my property, but I don’t really know how to go about it. I am a widower and it would be a great source of extra income for me. I have a small nest egg that I can use to build it. Can you provide me with […]