Contracts

In Louisiana, a real estate purchase agreement that contains an 'escape clause' for the seller allows the seller to:

ASell the property to the highest bidder at any time
BAccept another offer and give the original buyer notice to remove contingencies or the seller can cancel the contract✓ Correct
CCancel the contract without any notice or reason
DRefuse to make any seller-required repairs

Explanation

An escape clause (or kick-out clause) allows the seller to continue marketing the property and accept a backup offer. If a second offer comes in, the original buyer must waive their contingencies or release the seller from the contract.

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