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February 03, 2025
Regular HELOC vs. HELOC Fixed-Rate Loan Option (FRLO): Which Is Right for You?
If you're considering tapping into your home’s equity, a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is a flexible and popular financing option. However, understanding the difference between a regular HELOC and a HELOC Fixed-Rate Loan Option (FRLO) is key to making the best choice for your financial goals.
January 27, 2025
Understanding Fixed-Rate Loan Options (FRLO): A Smart Way to Manage Your HELOC
Navigating your financial journey often involves making important choices that shape your future. One of these decisions is selecting the right loan options to suit your needs.
January 01, 2025
What is a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)?
As a homeowner, you may have heard about the option to borrow against your home's equity through a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC).
October 30, 2024
Making Housing More Accessible: How LIHTC is Addressing Hawaii’s Housing Needs
Hawaii is facing a significant housing affordability crisis. Studies show that the state needs over 50,000 new housing units by 2025 to meet the growing demand for affordable housing.
October 18, 2024
Adaptive Reuse: A Pathway to Making Home Ownership Affordable in Hawaii
Hawaii’s housing market has long faced challenges, with a shortage of affordable homes and growing demand for residential space.
Navigating the World of an HOA
Homeowners Associations, or HOAs, are common in many neighborhoods and condominiums here in Hawaii.