Contracts

A 'merger clause' (integration clause) in a real estate contract means:

AA. The properties of two companies are being merged

BB. The written contract is the complete and final agreement, superseding all prior negotiations✓ Correct

CC. The buyer and seller are merging their entities

DD. The agent's commission merges with the title company's fees

Explanation

A merger or integration clause states that the written contract represents the entire agreement between the parties, and all prior discussions, representations, and agreements are merged into and superseded by the written document.

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