Contracts

In Georgia, the Statute of Frauds requires that real estate contracts be:

ANotarized by a Georgia notary
BRecorded in the county deed records
CIn writing and signed by the party to be bound✓ Correct
DWitnessed by two disinterested parties

Explanation

Georgia's Statute of Frauds (OCGA 13-5-30) requires contracts for the sale of real estate to be in writing and signed by the party to be charged (bound). Oral real estate contracts are generally unenforceable.

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