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Community coalition files amicus brief urging Hawaiʻi Supreme Court to reconsider 20-year foreclosure ruling
A coalition of community groups — joined by State Rep. Tina Nakada Grandinetti — today filed an amicus brief asking the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court to reconsider its recent decision, Bank of New York Melon v. White, that changed the statute of limitations for mortgage foreclosures from six years to 20 years. The coalition notes this is years after the underlying loan note is no longer enforceable.
County program on Kauaʻi helps 369 homeowners prevent foreclosure, funds ongoing support services
The County of Kauaʻi announced that its Homeowner Assistance Fund program has closed after successfully assisting 369 Garden Isle homeowners prevent foreclosure since its launch in November 2021.
Chelsie Evans named executive director at Hawaiian Community Assets
Hawaiian Community Assets announced that Chelsie Evans will lead efforts going forward as the organization’s new Executive Director.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center Struggles Along as Foreclosure Case Is Litigated
Next year, the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center in Kahului should be celebrating its 50th anniversary, but no one knows if there will be any reason to commemorate the milestone as Maui’s largest mall goes through foreclosure.
Order to Extend Freeze on Evictions, Moratoriums on Foreclosures to Help Thousands in Hawai‘i
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) says a newly signed executive order issued by President Joe Biden will extend the federal eviction moratorium and the moratoriums on foreclosures of federally guaranteed mortgages until the end of March 2021.
$45 M Settlement: 67 Hawai‘i Borrowers Affected
Attorney General Chin: “This settlement holds PHH accountable for the harms that 67 Hawaiʻi borrowers suffered from improper loan servicing.”
Hirono Hosts Fraud, Foreclosure Education Seminar
With homeowners struggling to protect themselves against foreclosure and fraud prevention, Congresswoman Mazie Hirono has organized a free event August 27 to help educate the public about helpful resources available in Hawaii and on Maui.
VIDEO: Harold Hap Miller, Mayoral Candidate Profile, Decision 2010 MauiNOW.com
Harol “Hap” Miller, 2010 candidate for Maui Mayor, Transcript: Introduction: Aloha, I’m Harold “Hap” Miller. I’ve lived here on Maui almost 40 years. I originally lived in Lahaina and got involved with real estate over there. I got involved in sales, property management and development. In 1979, I had a listing to sell condominiums on Front […]
VIDEO: Justin Hughey, Dist 8 House Candidate Profile, Decision 2010 MauiNOW.com
Justin Hughey, 2010 candidate for State House District 8, Transcript: Introduction: My name is Justin Hughey and I’m running for State House of Representatives, District 8. I am a teacher, and I work a second job at a restaurant in order to be a teacher, even though I have a Master’s Degree. My predominant focus is […]
CONGRESSWOMAN HIRONO ANNOUNCES $19.6 MILLION IN FEDERAL FUNDING TO HELP STABILIZE COMMUNITIES AND PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN HAWAI`I
The federal government has released $19.6 million in funds to help stabilize communities and provide affordable housing in Hawaii. Congresswoman Mazie Hirono said the grant comes at a crucial time for the state given the growing number of foreclosures and rising unemployment rate. Hawai`i’s share of funds will be used to acquire and rehabilitate foreclosed […]
