Contracts
In Massachusetts, a 'merger doctrine' in real estate law provides that after closing:
AAll prior oral agreements merge with and become part of the deed
BMost contract provisions merge into the deed, and the deed becomes the controlling document✓ Correct
CThe P&S remains enforceable for 2 years after closing
DBoth the P&S and deed are equally enforceable
Explanation
The merger doctrine provides that upon delivery and acceptance of the deed at closing, the purchase and sale agreement merges into the deed. Most contractual terms are extinguished after closing, and the deed becomes the controlling document.
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