Contracts
The 'merger doctrine' in Hawaii real estate means that upon closing and delivery of the deed:
AAll prior negotiations and contract terms merge into the final deed✓ Correct
BThe purchase contract survives closing for all purposes
CThe buyer can still enforce all contract warranties after closing
DTitle merges with the mortgage
Explanation
The merger doctrine holds that the terms of a purchase contract are merged (absorbed) into the deed at closing. After delivery of the deed, parties generally cannot enforce pre-closing contract terms unless specifically reserved.
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