Contracts
The Massachusetts Statute of Frauds requires that real estate contracts be:
ANotarized to be enforceable
BRecorded at the Registry of Deeds
CIn writing and signed by the party to be charged✓ Correct
DPrepared only by licensed attorneys
Explanation
The Massachusetts Statute of Frauds (MGL Chapter 259, §1) requires contracts for the sale of real estate to be in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement is sought.
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