Contracts
Under California law, a listing agreement for the sale of a residential property must be:
AVerbal agreements are fully enforceable
BIn writing and signed by all parties✓ Correct
CNotarized to be enforceable
DRecorded with the county recorder
Explanation
Under California's Statute of Frauds, listing agreements for the sale of real property must be in writing and signed by the parties to be enforceable.
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