Contracts
In Hawaii, the 'merger doctrine' in real estate provides that:
AA. Two separate parcels can be merged into one under certain conditions
BB. All contract terms merge into the deed at closing, and prior contract provisions not in the deed may be unenforceable✓ Correct
CC. Multiple contracts for the same property are merged into the last one signed
DD. The listing agreement merges with the purchase contract at closing
Explanation
The merger doctrine holds that when title passes at closing, the purchase contract merges into the deed. Provisions in the contract not preserved in the deed or surviving agreements may not be enforceable after closing.
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