Survive the STVR Shakeup: Hawaii's 2026 Rulebook

FREE downloadable guide here: https://www.livinginhawaii.com/hawaii... Hawaii just rewrote the rules on short-term vacation rentals, and 2026 is the year it all hits. Maui is phasing out 6,208 vacation rentals, the Big Island's mandatory registration starts July 1, and the state's transient accommodations tax jumped to 11%. In this episode of Living in Hawaii, our four local experts break down the entire 2026 STVR rulebook island by island: what a short-term vacation rental actually is (and why "short-term" has two different legal definitions in Hawaii), Maui's Bill 9 and the Minatoya List phase-out deadlines, Big Island registration fees and fines, Oahu's resort-zone-only rules, Kauai's unforgiving permit renewals, and the full tax stack every operator owes — TAT, county surcharge, and GET, roughly 18% of gross rental income. Whether you own a vacation rental, are thinking about buying a Hawaii condo, or just want to understand what these changes mean for housing on the islands, this is your plain-English guide to staying legal and protecting your investment. Disclaimer: This video is for entertainment and informational purposes only. We are sharing opinions and publicly available information, but things can change over time and we cannot guarantee accuracy or reliability. We are not responsible for any decisions, actions, or outcomes resulting from the use of this content. Please do your own research and verify any information before making decisions based on this content. #Hawaii #ShortTermRental #HawaiiRealEstate #Maui #Airbnb #MovingToHawaii #STVR #VacationRental #HawaiiLife #BigIsland #Oahu #Kauai 🗓️ New videos every week. Subscribe and start learning what it really takes to live in Hawaii. 📱 Text us: (808) 207-8790 📆 Let's meet: https://calendly.com/admin-livinginha... Partnered with: 🏠 The Agency Team Hawaii — brokered by eXp Realty RB-21841 📍 6600 Kalanianaole Highway, Suite 114 — Honolulu, HI 96825 Links Start Here 👉 https://www.livinginhawaii.com Is Hawaii Right for You? 🤔 https://www.livinginhawaii.com/hawaii... Find Your Hawaii Home 👉 https://www.livinginhawaii.com/find-m... What is the Cost to Move? 👀 https://www.livinginhawaii.com/front-... Talk to an Expert Now 👉 https://www.calendly.com/admin-living...