Check those credit card restaurant charges

The indictment of Susan E. Shaw on computer fraud and fraudulent use of a credit card should be taken as a cautionary tale about the risks of being too reliant on, and trusting of, credit-card transactions. The deputy prosecutor said the allegation is that Shaw padded the amounts charged to diners at a Honolulu restaurant where she waitressed.

It’s something the public rarely thinks about: What happens to the transaction record — and the card, for that matter — when it’s out of sight? It’s something to think about now. Get into the habit of double-checking the amounts charged on those monthly statements.

New moderately priced housing in Kakaako

For those who haven’t been to Kakaako recently: Go. It is quickly developing into a hub of activity — and needed housing.

The latest evidence of the latter is Keauhou Lane, a 209-unit, $90 million midrise targeted for middle-income families. Aided by state financing and tax waivers, the rental/retail/restaurant project is on Kamehameha Schools land. Rents must remain moderate for 30 years. See keauhoulane.com for more details. Applications will be accepted starting Friday.