Hawaii License Law
In Hawaii, can a real estate licensee pay an unlicensed person a referral fee for sending them a real estate buyer?
AA. Yes, referral fees to unlicensed persons are always permitted
BB. Generally no; paying referral fees to unlicensed persons for real estate referrals is not permitted under Hawaii law✓ Correct
CC. Yes, up to $500 without violating licensing law
DD. Yes, if the unlicensed person is a family member
Explanation
Hawaii law generally prohibits paying compensation for real estate activities to unlicensed persons. Referral fees for real estate leads typically require the receiving party to be licensed.
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