Although money concerns may put a strain on relationships and conversations about money can be stressful, having family conversations proactively may help.

Most people plan to save for—or want to save for—retirement. Let’s explore savings options, how to set goals, and other important considerations.

Whether it be from a credit card, student loan, or mortgage, understanding how debt works, knowing where to go for help, and making a plan are the keys to help you better manage your debt.

Savings is money that you put aside for safekeeping. You may be saving for a specific purpose, or you could be building up an emergency fund. Understanding the various types of accounts available to you and the way these accounts earn interest is one great way to increase savings even further.

Your credit can have a big impact on your financial life. Credit scores and reports provide a snapshot of the financial habits that financial institutions, cell phone companies, credit card companies, and others use to get a sense of your creditworthiness.

Budgeting and planning family finances are key to controlling spending and planning for a healthy financial future. If you know where your money is going each month, you can start achieving your financial goals and put your whole family on the path to financial success.

Have you ever run out of money before the end of the month? Determine your monthly income and expenses to create a budget so you know where your money is going instead of wondering where it went.

Congratulations! You’ve decided to purchase a home. Now it's time to prepare yourself to make the right decisions by learning about the process, the people who can assist you, and the associated costs.

Saving money for retirement is one of the major financial milestones that everyone should carefully plan for in their lifetime. 401(k) plans are one type of savings plan that may help you to achieve your goals through saving, investing, and earning interest.

It’s never too early to start saving for retirement, and there are lots of great resources available to help you achieve your financial goals. One option to consider is an Individual Retirement Account, or IRA.

Alison Jones Leong is a relationship manager assisting Kalai Services clients with wealth management, located in Kona, Hawaii.

Bank of Hawaii Announces New Senior Vice Presidents: Christopher Abbott, Randy Au, Erik Fairfax, Kawika Fiddler, Craig Togami and Agatha Viernes-LeGros.

Your Hanapepe branch is relocating to Eleele on March 11, 2024.

In the February 2019 report, Moody’s Investors Service has affirmed its credit ratings for Bank of Hawaii, including its “Bank Deposit Long-term Rating” of Aa2.

Becoming a homeowner is just the beginning. Learn how to get the most out of your home, from mortgage refinancing to using your home's equity.

Welcome to your new banking experience at our Hana branch—offering full services, local expertise, and community connections.

Thank you for visiting the Bank of Hawaii Corporation’s website, boh.com. We understand the importance of your privacy and want to make it easier for you to make choices about how we collect and use your information. 

Yoko Farias is a financial advisor with Bankoh Investment Services Inc. servicing branches in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Danielle Lum is a Financial Advisor with Bankoh Investment Services, Inc. and advisor on our Investment Strategies Team.

Lorraine Sim is a financial advisor with Bankoh Investment Services Inc. servicing Iwilei branch.