Property Ownership
In Hawaii, 'community property' rules apply:
AA. To all married couples buying property in Hawaii
BB. Hawaii is not a community property state; most property is owned as separate or joint tenancy✓ Correct
CC. Only to property purchased after marriage regardless of title
DD. Only to agricultural property acquired during marriage
Explanation
Hawaii is not a community property state. Property ownership is determined by how title is held (joint tenancy, tenancy in common, etc.
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