Holly D. Johnson is an award-winning writer and personal finance expert who covers a variety of insurance topics as well as general personal finance. In addition to her articles in Forbes, her work ...

A new trend has taken over the real estate market -- owning condominiums. More consumers want to buy condominiums instead of traditional homes. Condos became popular because they are a lower-cost ...

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It is common knowledge that homeowners insurance shields the resident from potential financial loss resulting from fire, theft or an accident. When it comes to condos, though, did you know you need a ...

If you live in a condominium, it’s easy to think that your homeowners association will cover you in the event of a disaster. After all, it manages your lawn care and makes sure that the exterior of ...

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. Rising costs have also led some condos to go underinsured.

Hawaii State Insurance Commissioner and attorney Gordon Ito joins producer/host Coralie Chun Matayoshi to discuss what is causing home and condo property and hurricane insurance premiums and ...