Hoonsik Woo

Hoonsik Woo
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Hoonsik Woo is a journalist specialized in covering banking, real estate and automotive news in the Los Angeles area. Woo focuses on in-depth analysis to help readers navigate the complexities of personal finance and investing in LA’s housing markets, as well as keeping them up-to-date with the latest automotive trends and innovations.

iPhone Duo — Apple’s $2,000 Foldable Phone Arrives

Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, launches at $2,000. Discover its features, app compatibility challenges, and whether it's worth buying.

polyworking — 9 Million US Workers Take on Side Hustles Amid Inflation

Over 9 million US workers are now polyworking or taking on side hustles as rising living costs and economic uncertainty strain household budgets.

LA housing market — 9th Month Sales Drop 10.9% Amid Rising Mortgage Rates

LA housing market sees a 10.9% drop in single-family home sales in September as mortgage rates rise, though median prices showed a slight increase.

Korean Air revenue — Ranks 12th Globally in Airline Sales

Korean Air ranks 12th globally in annual airline revenue with $17.8 billion, outpacing several major Asian carriers in recent financial analysis.

LA apartment construction — Permits Surge 82% in LA and OC

Multifamily housing permits in LA and Orange County jumped 82% to 16,643 units in the first eight months, boosting rental supply expectations.

LA rent demand — Surges 26% Amid High Housing Costs and Mortgage Rates

LA rent demand surges 25.9% as high housing prices and soaring mortgage rates make homeownership difficult. Discover the impact on Southern California.

restaurant service charge — Korean Eatery Cuts Tipping to 10%

A Southern California Korean restaurant introduces a 10% service charge and zero tipping, easing the 20% dining out cost burden for customers.

adult child estrangement — How Family Alienation Shifts Housing and Inheritance

Discover how rising adult child estrangement is transforming generational wealth transfer, real estate markets, and inheritance planning.

LA housing market — Sellers Outnumber Buyers by 73%

Discover how the LA housing market is shifting to a buyer's market as sellers outnumber buyers by 73% amid high interest rates and cautious consumer sentiment.

Jamison Koreatown apartment — Stalled Hotel Project Converted to Affordable Housing

Jamison pivots a stalled Koreatown hotel development into a 114-unit affordable housing project. Learn more about the new LA real estate plans.

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