Contracts Flashcards
(16 cards)
Voidable
Contract was valid but conditions exist that have changed
Void
Contract was never properly formed
Estoppel
Legal doctrine that stops or prevents a person from canceling a contract
Duress
Contract defense where one is coerced into entering into a contract by threatening behavior
Unilateral Contract
1 person promises to perform
Bilateral
Both parties make promises of performance
Notation
Where contracting parties agree to substitute one agreement for another
Power of attorney
Written document in which one person appoints another to act on their behalf
Acceleration Clause
entire loan balance is due on demand
Assignment Clause
Transfer of contractual rights from one person to another
Contingency
Several provisions that must be met during the contract before the contract can close
Actual Notice
Means that an individual received info or documents
Constructive Notice
Your responsible for examining public records
Inquiry Notice
When factors exist that would make a person inquire further
Option Contracts must contain
Offer Acceptance Consideration Defenses Specified price Expiration date Description of property
Unilateral contract
Single party promises until second party decides to accept