Agency
In Hawaii, what is meant by 'reasonable diligence' in an agent's performance of their duties?
AA. Getting the highest possible price for the seller
BB. Exercising the care, skill, and effort that a reasonably competent agent in the same market would use✓ Correct
CC. Working only during standard business hours
DD. Following the instructions of the Real Estate Commission in all cases
Explanation
Reasonable diligence requires agents to apply the competence and effort that a reasonably skilled agent in the market would use—not necessarily extraordinary skill, but professional competence.
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