Chapter 11 Flashcards
Essential elements necessary to create a valid contract
Offers and acceptance
Consideration
What is it called when it is required a contract for the transfer of a right or interest in land to be in writing in order to be enforceable
Statue of Frauds
What are the statue of limitations for A parol contract
4 years
What are the statue of limitations for a written contract
5 years
What is an implied contract
Terms and conditions assumed by The nature in agreement of the words and actions of the parties
What type of contract is unenforceable in a court of law
Void contract
What are some ways an offer is terminated
Acceptance
Withdrawal
Counter offer or rejection
When the party who is not in default ask the court to require the other party to perform as agreed in the contract
Suit for specific performance
When an injured party sues for damages to be financially compensated
Suit for damages
Where do funds for liquidated damages come from
Brokers escrow account
What is an as is contract
Seller is not required to repair anything discovered during inspection process but does not relieve the seller of the responsibility of disclosing
What is the best listing contract for a broker
Exclusive rights of sale listing
Is a buyer obligated to buy a property in an option contract
No but seller is required to sell
Contract for deed
Property owner agrees to deliver a deed to the purchaser after certain conditions have been met