Agency
In Hawaii, a seller's agent who acts as a 'buyer facilitator' without formal buyer representation:
AA. Has no duties to the buyer whatsoever
BB. Owes the buyer duties of honest dealing and disclosure of known material defects, but not full fiduciary duties✓ Correct
CC. Has full fiduciary duties to the buyer automatically
DD. Must charge the buyer a separate facilitation fee
Explanation
Even without a formal buyer representation agreement, agents owe all parties basic duties of honest dealing and disclosure of known material defects, even if not full fiduciary duties.
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