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In this episode, we revisit Lahaina, one year after its tragic wildfires. We describe new federal funding available to help modernize Hawaii’s electrical grid and detail effective measures homeowners can take to fortify their homes against wildfires. 

And, as always, we provide the most recent Hawaii real estate data. 

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We’ve been working on revisions to our Standard Forms Library to help our members adapt to practice changes required by the National Association of REALTORS®’s recent nationwide settlement agreement. This episode introduces those practice changes and the forms we’ve created or revised to help our members adapt. 

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In a little more than four months, the Federal Trade Commission intends to void a half million Hawaii noncompete agreements. We summarize the commission’s newly-announced, finalized rule banning noncompete agreements; examine how it will affect Hawaii noncompete law, including law relating to the validity and enforceability of related confidentiality and noncompete agreements and nonsolicitation agreements; evaluate complaints filed in federal district courts this past week seeking to delay or halt the ban; and offer strategies for protecting your valuable investments in human capital and intellectual property.  

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In this compelling episode, we delve into a captivating real-life contract dispute that highlights the critical importance of precise contract drafting. Through a detailed dramatization, listeners will uncover the potential consequences of commonly overlooked but critical contract language. Accompanied by expert commentary, this episode equips listeners with invaluable insights into avoiding common pitfalls in drafting Hawaii real estate contracts. 

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What a year! In 2023, we rose to become one of the world’s top podcasts. So, in this episode, we review 2023 and preview what's to come. 

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The National Association of Realtors® and certain large brokerages are defending against several multidistrict class action private claims alleging that the cooperating broker commission, as currently structured or practiced, constitutes unlawful, anticompetitive price fixing or an unfair or deceptive act or practice. At the same time, NAR continues to battle the United States Department of Justice's Antitrust Division's efforts to reopen its investigation into NAR's "Participation Rule" and "Clear Cooperation Policy."Hawaii Realtors® President Kalama Kim interviews Jason E. Korta, the association's staff attorney, to determine what effect, if any, these lawsuits may have on Hawaii real estate practice. 

Nothing in this podcast creates or confirms an attorney-client relationship, not does any information contained in this podcast constitute legal advice. You are urged to seek qualified legal counsel of competent jurisdiction for answers to all your legal questions. 

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The latest Hawaii real property data. Plus, three ghoulish stories ripped from cases filed with the Hawaii, California, and New York courts. These stories are real. They are disturbing. Prepare yourself. Happy Halloween! 

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Ghosts and axe murderers, chilling true stories of real estate transactions invaded by the dastardly and supernatural.  Enjoy this preview of our special Halloween episode, which will be available for download Halloween night as the clock's hands near the midnight hour.  

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Rules for service and support animals. And Hawaii's latest real property data!