The Kupunawiki's Podcast

01/17/26 | Erin Wong | Property Manager

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/17/26 | Erin shares her journey into property management, with five years in real estate and two years as an active property manager. She discusses why Oʻahu’s real estate market remains strong and how property management continues to thrive. Erin explains how advisors' property management supports different types of properties while building meaningful, family-like relationships with tenants. She also introduces their new Asset Management service, designed to care for rental properties when landlords are away or unavailable. This episode highlights the value of being proactive, choosing the right tenants, and maintaining strong communication to care for both people and properties.

01/10/26 | Nova Ching | Mortgage Loan Officer

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/10/26 | Nova shares her passion for guiding families through the home financing journey. She discusses the different loan options available, how each one works, and the benefits they can offer depending on a buyer’s needs. Nova also emphasizes the importance of thoroughly understanding her clients’ goals, enabling her to narrow down options and recommend the best next steps to help them move forward with confidence.

01/03/26 | Brandon Lau and Andrew Leong | Real Estate Advisors

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 01/03/26 | Brandon Lau and Andrew Leong discuss their years of experience in the real estate industry and how they’ve successfully navigated changing market cycles. They explain how real estate advisors guide both sellers and buyers through every step of the process, ensuring informed and confident decisions. The conversation highlights how modern services have become more accessible and how advisors play a crucial role in connecting all parties involved in a transaction. They also emphasize that strong market knowledge benefits the entire community, particularly in effective negotiation. Additionally, Andrew Leong shares insights into launching his new company, Advisors Realty, and the fresh service model and approach it brings to the industry.

12/27/2025 | Troy Wada - INPAC Wealth Solutions

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 12/27/25 | Troy explains how seniors can use a 1031 exchange to move their investment funds into alternative options like Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs). He shares how this strategy can help reduce taxes while still generating income. He talks about how a 1031 exchange compares to selling a property outright, especially for long-term financial planning. He also explains how seniors can transition from active property management to earning passive income. Troy highlights the risks and challenges to consider before doing a 1031 exchange. Finally, he discusses how this strategy can affect estate planning and inheritance.

12/20/2025 | Geoff J. Sogi - Bonner Sogi & Associates, A Law Corporation

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 12/20/25 | Geoff talks about his work at Bonner Sogi & Associates, A Law Corporation, where he has been since 2017. He shares how family conflicts can happen during estate planning and what steps can help prevent them. He explains that every family is different and that understanding each person’s personality is very important, and talks about where these conflicts often start and how he helps all family members understand the process. He also explains why keeping original documents safe is important, and shares how misunderstandings and unequal financial needs can cause more conflict if they are not addressed early.

12/13/2025 | Kevin Shiinoki - Legacy Works

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 12/13/25 | In this episode, Kevin shares how he got into trust administration and why he decided to go to law school. He talks about how he works with families and why the community trusts him with these matters. Kevin explains why it is important to read and understand the whole trust before starting the process. He shares real examples of challenges and how he helps families both emotionally and practically. Kevin also talks about common problems, especially poor communication, and how long the process usually takes. He explains what a trustee can do and makes sure all taxes and responsibilities are handled properly.

12/06/2025 | Scott Makuakane - Est8Planning Counsel LLLC

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 12/06/25 | Scott shares how he has been practicing since 1983 and how he started his own estate planning firm. He explains the importance of understanding the problem, knowing what you can do about it, and getting correct and helpful information. Scott talks about how estate planning covers many parts of life and why it should not be ignored. He also shares how he works through challenges by finding solutions instead of avoiding them. He reminds listeners that estate planning is a process, not a destination, and planning early can help you avoid pitfalls. He also shares stories of how he helped people get back on track through proper estate planning.

11/29/25 | Gale Lee - Central Pacific Bank

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 11/29/25 | In this episode, Gale gives a simple overview of what a reverse mortgage is and how it works. She explains how this type of loan can be used for your home and how to make the most of it, while also sharing how cash flow planning and long-term care can support aging in place. She works closely with people in the community, helping them manage their mortgage and understand their options, and also talks about line of credit choices and the age requirements for getting a reverse mortgage. Gale reminds listeners that starting early can lead to a more secure future.

11/22/25 | Jason Shimoda - Morgan Stanley

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 11/22/25 | Jason shares his 15 years of experience helping the community with financial planning. He explains how his team guides people to feel safe and confident about their money, and talks about the importance of discipline in retirement planning. He also highlights how emotional intelligence helps you make better financial decisions. Lastly, he gives tips on preparing for rising healthcare costs in retirement.

11/15/25 | Daniel Peters - Chinen & Arinaga

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 11/15/25 | Daniel shared that 19 years ago, a financial planner approached him and changed his life. He talked about how passionate he is about his work and how he helps people manage their finances. He explained how they build multigenerational relationships that start with clients and often grow into lasting friendships. Daniel also discussed how inflation and the rising cost of living affect people, and how the right investments can help support and maintain their lifestyle over time. He shared strategies and ideas on how to stretch investments for the long run, assist people with fixed incomes, and help them plan for retirement.