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Oct. 16, 2026

Kapalua's Water Dispute Heads to Federal Court: What Buyers and Owners Should Know

Kapalua Bay on the northwest shore of Maui
Kapalua Bay, West Maui. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

West Maui's long-running water dispute took a new turn this week. TY Management, the company that owns the Kapalua golf courses, filed a federal lawsuit against Maui Land & Pineapple Company (MLP) and its executives. TY Management is …

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Jan. 28, 2026

Maui Condo Investment Guide After Bill 9

Latest update: Bill 9 and the rezoning process have changed since this was written. For current deadlines, Bill 88 rezoning status and the Minatoya list, read our Maui Bill 9 Guide, updated October 2026.

The passage of Bill 9 in Maui County has reshaped the local real …

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Jan. 23, 2026

Relocating to Maui for Retirement & Healthcare

Bill 9 status, October 2026: Bill 9 is law (Ordinance 5909). Vacation rental use in apartment-zoned Minatoya list condos ends January 1, 2029 in West Maui and January 1, 2031 in South Maui and the rest of the county, unless a property is rezoned. Hotel-zoned condos are not affected. For …

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Jan. 21, 2026

How to Buy Maui Property from the Mainland

Bill 9 status, October 2026: Bill 9 is law (Ordinance 5909). Vacation rental use in apartment-zoned Minatoya list condos ends January 1, 2029 in West Maui and January 1, 2031 in South Maui and the rest of the county, unless a property is rezoned. Hotel-zoned condos are not affected. For …

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Dec. 26, 2025

2025 Maui Real Estate Year in Review and 2026 Outlook

Bill 9 status, October 2026: Bill 9 is law (Ordinance 5909). Vacation rental use in apartment-zoned Minatoya list condos ends January 1, 2029 in West Maui and January 1, 2031 in South Maui and the rest of the county, unless a property is rezoned. Hotel-zoned condos are not affected. For …

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Dec. 24, 2025

Monthly Maui Real Estate Market Report Series

Bill 9 status, October 2026: Bill 9 is law (Ordinance 5909). Vacation rental use in apartment-zoned Minatoya list condos ends January 1, 2029 in West Maui and January 1, 2031 in South Maui and the rest of the county, unless a property is rezoned. Hotel-zoned condos are not affected. For …

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Nov. 6, 2024

The Complete Guide to 1031 Exchange for Real Estate Investors Looking to Save on Taxes

The Complete Guide to 1031 Exchange for Real Estate Investors Looking to Save on Taxes

When you first venture into the estate investing world, you might come across the term "1031 exchange." Although it may seem complicated at a glance, it's actually a useful strategy that could potentially reduce …

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Sept. 2, 2024

Exploring the Road to Hana

Discover the Magic of Maui

Your Guide to the Road to Hana

Traveling along the Road to Hana is an experience that takes you through rainforests past majestic waterfalls and alongside rugged coastlines. Spanning 64.4 miles on Hawaii Routes 36 and 360 this journey not only offers vistas …

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May 27, 2024

Discovering Paradise: Why Maui is the Perfect Location for Your Next Real Estate Investment

Update, October 2026: This article was first published May 27, 2024. Since then, Bill 9 became law (Ordinance 5909). Vacation rental use in apartment-zoned Minatoya list condos ends January 1, 2029 in West Maui and January 1, 2031 in South Maui and the rest of the county, unless a property …

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May 27, 2024

The Benefits of Investing in Maui Real Estate: What You Need to Know

Update, October 2026: This article was first published May 27, 2024. Since then, Bill 9 became law (Ordinance 5909). Vacation rental use in apartment-zoned Minatoya list condos ends January 1, 2029 in West Maui and January 1, 2031 in South Maui and the rest of the county, unless a property …

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