New Research Unveils Insights into Post-Wildfire Housing Decisions on Maui

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A new study, presented by the Maui Housing Hui, sheds light on post-wildfire housing decisions, offering vital information for real estate investors and professionals. The research, conducted in collaboration with multiple universities, offers crucial insights for those involved in Maui's recovery efforts.

Real estate professional presenting a house model with keys, symbolizing property investment and ownership.
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The Maui Housing Hui, in partnership with the University at Albany and the University of North Texas, is set to unveil new research on housing decisions post-Maui wildfires at a "Talk Story" event on Saturday, August 23, 2025. This research provides crucial insights into the evolving housing landscape on Maui, directly impacting entrepreneurs, investors, and real estate professionals navigating the island's recovery.

The findings are particularly timely, considering the significant economic and social shifts experienced since the devastating wildfires. Recent reports by the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization (UHERO) show over half of fire-affected households now live in permanent housing, a

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