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HRS §667-74

Dispute resolution required before foreclosure sale

Before a public sale of a home where the owner lives in it, the lender must take part in a dispute resolution program if the owner chooses. The goal is to try to reach an agreement to avoid foreclosure or reduce harm if foreclosure cannot be avoided.

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The statute, as written — Availability of dispute resolution required before foreclosure

Before a public sale may be conducted pursuant to section 667-25 for a residential property that is occupied by an owner-occupant, the foreclosing mortgagee , at the election of the owner-occupant, shall participate in the mortgage foreclosure dispute resolution program under this part to attempt to negotiate an agreement that avoids foreclosure or mitigates damages in cases where foreclosure is unavoidable.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§667-25 When and where a foreclosed property is sold at auction

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