Contracts
In Maine, a contract for the sale of real estate must be in writing to be enforceable under the:
AMaine Transfer Tax Act
BStatute of Frauds✓ Correct
CMaine Recording Act
DMaine Consumer Protection Act
Explanation
Maine's Statute of Frauds (Title 33 MRSA §51) requires contracts for the sale of real estate to be in writing and signed by the party to be charged. Oral real estate contracts are generally unenforceable.
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