Market Data for the Kona Coast May 2021

Big Island Real Estate in 2026: Boom or Bust? As we welcome 2026, many buyers, sellers, and investors are asking the same question: What’s really ahead for Big Island real estate this year? The short answer—2026 isn’t about extremes. It’s not a runaway boom, and it’s...

Is Refinancing Worth It Again in Hawaii? For the past few years, refinancing hasn’t exactly been a hot topic—and for good reason. Once interest rates climbed into the 7% range, refinancing stopped making sense for most homeowners. But things are starting to shift, and...

Owning a short-term vacation rental on the Big Island can be incredibly rewarding—but only if it’s managed the right way. At Big Island Stays, we’re rolling out several exciting updates designed to increase occupancy, drive more bookings, and improve the overall guest...

by Dan Polimino As we turn the page on another year, the question I’m asked most often is simple: what’s next for real estate here on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi? Rather than guessing, I prefer to combine nearly two decades of experience, daily market activity, and a...