The Federal Reserve has been in the news a lot lately. But what is the Fed, really? In this blog, you’ll learn about this important organization and the role they play in our economy.

What is an installment loan? It's a loan that lets you borrow a set amount of money and repay the loan in regular installments over time. Here's how it works.

A financial plan is a comprehensive roadmap involving insurance, investing, budgeting and more to help you plan for the future—whatever life my bring.

What is a HELOC? How can you use a home equity line of credit to meet your goals? Learn the answers to these questions and more.

An important step toward home ownership is understanding the home buying process. Learn the different type of mortgages to best suite your needs.

If you've got a home equity line of credit, at some point you may want to consider converting all or part of its balance into a fixed rate loan option, or FRLO.

Learn about credit score basics and how to build a good FICO score.

What's the difference between an unsecured personal loan and a secured personal loan? Which one is right for you? Here's how they work.

Read on to discover what a safe deposit box is, how they can best protect your irreplaceable belongings, and ways to securely access your box in an emergency.

The back-to-school season is the perfect time to strengthening your financial foundation. Discover tips on budgeting, saving smarter, and teaching kids good money habits with the right savings account.

March 8 is International Women’s Day and this year’s theme is #EmbraceEquity, meaning a greater push toward giving every person what they need to be successful. Read our blog to learn the difference between gender equity and equality.

Work-from-home scams can take your money and even your identity, but the good news is you can protect yourself. Here's what you should look out for to stay safe.

What is home equity? How can you access your home equity? Discover the ace up your sleeve and learn how owning a home can help you achieve your dreams.

A checking account is one of the most essential tools in your financial arsenal. Here are five tips to get the most out of yours.

Las Vegas is such a favorite vacation destination for Hawaii residents, it's lovingly referred to as Hawaii's 9th island. Because we're so familiar with what to do in Las Vegas, this article focuses instead on the mistakes to avoid when visiting Las Vegas.

Online marketplace scams are on the rise. Here's our quick guide on what to look out for, and how to stay safe while shopping online.

Learn these key signs of a tech support scam and how to avoid fraudsters.

For all of us at Bank of Hawaii, Juneteenth is an important day that represents diversity, equity and inclusion. Learn about the history of Juneteenth, its evolution throughout the years and what you can do to support the holiday and all it stands for.

Should you go all in on banking with your significant other? Everything you need about joint and separate account options.

Learn more about certificates of deposits and savings accounts, and how to choose the right account for you with our comprehensive guide.