Contracts
What is the difference between a void and a voidable Iowa real estate contract?
AA void contract is unenforceable; a voidable contract is enforceable by the innocent party but can be cancelled by the aggrieved party✓ Correct
BA voidable contract is void from the beginning; a void contract can be ratified
CBoth have the same legal effect
DVoid contracts are common; voidable contracts are rare
Explanation
A void contract has no legal effect from inception. A voidable contract is valid but may be cancelled by one party (e.g., a minor, a defrauded party) who has the right to rescind.
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