Contracts
A contract for the sale of Iowa real estate signed by a 16-year-old buyer is:
AVoid and completely unenforceable
BVoidable at the option of the minor✓ Correct
CFully binding on all parties
DValid only with IREC approval
Explanation
Contracts entered into by minors (persons under 18 in Iowa) are voidable — the minor may disaffirm the contract, but the adult party is bound. The minor may also choose to ratify the contract upon reaching the age of majority.
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