As a real estate attorney and business template specialist with over 12 years drafting and reviewing Hawaii-specific real estate documents, I’ve helped hundreds of buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the unique requirements of the Aloha State’s property transactions. One of the most frequently requested documents in my practice is a properly structured Agreement of Sale Hawaii (also called the Purchase Contract or Deposit Receipt Offer and Acceptance – DROA).
In this comprehensive guide, I’m providing you with a completely free, attorney-reviewed, 2025-updated Hawaii real estate forms template for the Agreement of Sale that complies with Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) Chapter 508D and current Hawaii Association of REALTORS® standards. You can download the editable Word version at the end of this article.
Hawaii real estate law is distinctly different from mainland states. Key requirements that must appear in every residential Agreement of Sale include:
Using a generic “national” purchase agreement in Hawaii can expose you to liability or even render the contract unenforceable. My free Agreement of Sale Hawaii template below incorporates all mandatory disclosures and Hawaii-specific clauses.
Based on my decade-plus of closing Hawaii transactions, here are the essential components:
| Section | Required by Law or Best Practice | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Parties & Property Description | HRS §508D-4 | Legal description, TMK number, address |
| 2. Purchase Price & Earnest Money | Best Practice | Amount, escrow holder, forfeiture clause |
| 3. Financing Contingency | Optional but common | Loan amount, appraisal, interest rate cap |
| 4. Seller Disclosures | HRS §508D-8 (Mandatory) | 60+ required disclosure items |
| 5. Inspection Contingency | Best Practice | Typically 15–21 days in Hawaii |
| 6. Title & Escrow | HRS Chapters 501/502 | Title company, escrow agent, proration date |
| 7. Condominium/CPR Addendum | HRS §514B-83 if applicable | HOA docs, special assessments |
| 8. Closing & Possession | Best Practice | Typical 45–60 day close in Hawaii |
I’ve updated this template for 2025 to reflect recent changes in Hawaii law, including new flood disclosure requirements and updated REALTORS® forms (RR-108 rev. 2024).
Click here to download the FREE Hawaii Agreement of Sale Template (Word .docx)
This 12-page template includes:
Always include the full legal name and marital status (critical in Hawaii due to dower/curtesy rights). Use the exact Tax Map Key (TMK) number from the county real property tax website.
Most Hawaii transactions use 1–3% earnest money deposit held by a licensed Hawaii escrow company (not the listing broker). Include the forfeiture language exactly as written to preserve liquidated damages.
Per HRS §508D-8, the seller must deliver the disclosure within 10 days of acceptance. My template includes the official Hawaii Association of REALTORS® Disclosure form as Exhibit A.
Standard Hawaii contingencies:
Typical Hawaii allocation (negotiable):
| Sales Price | Rate per $100 |
|---|---|
| Under $600,000 | $0.10 |
| $600,000 – $1M | $0.15 |
| $1M – $2M | $0.25 |
| $2M – $4M | $0.60 |
| $4M – $10M | $1.00 |
| Over $10M | $1.25 |
In my experience reviewing failed transactions:
Is the Hawaii Association of REALTORS® form mandatory?
No. Only licensed real estate agents must use the HAR forms. Private sellers and FSBO transactions can use any form that meets statutory requirements (like the free template above).
Can I handwrite changes to the Agreement of Sale?
Yes, but all parties must initial every handwritten change, and it must be legible.
Do I need a lawyer to buy or sell real estate in Hawaii?
Hawaii is NOT an attorney-closing state, but I always recommend review for transactions over $1M or with complex title issues.
This template and article are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Laws change, and your specific situation may require customization. Always consult a licensed Hawaii real estate attorney or title officer before signing any binding contract.
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