Contracts
In Hawaii, a contract to sell real property signed by only one spouse when both are on title is generally:
AValid and fully enforceable
BUnenforceable against the non-signing spouse✓ Correct
CAutomatically void
DValid if ratified by the listing agent
Explanation
When property is jointly owned, all owners must sign the contract for it to bind the entire ownership interest. A contract signed by only one co-owner cannot obligate the non-signing owner's interest.
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