Buying A Vacation Rental In Hawaii [RECOMMENDED]

Significant changes are underway following Bill 9, which aims to phase out approximately 7,000 units in apartment-zoned districts (the "Minatoya List") by January 1, 2029 (West Maui) and 2031 (rest of the island). Focus only on hotel-zoned units or permitted Short-Term Rental Homes (STRH).

New registration rules under Ordinance 25-50 take effect July 1, 2026 . All STRs (hosted and unhosted) must register with the county, with fees ranging from $250 to $500 annually. buying a vacation rental in hawaii

Most properties require 25–30% down to reach a break-even cash flow. Local lenders typically require 20–25% down for vacation rental financing. Hidden Costs: Significant changes are underway following Bill 9, which