Contracts
In Missouri, a real estate contract that is 'void' is:
AVoidable at the seller's option
BWithout legal effect from the beginning — no legal contract ever existed✓ Correct
CValid but needs a court order to enforce
DEnforceable only by the innocent party
Explanation
A void contract in Missouri has no legal force — it is treated as if it never existed. Examples include contracts for illegal purposes or contracts where an essential element (offer, acceptance, consideration) was missing. No party has rights under a void contract.
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