Contracts

In New York, a 'subject to' clause in a purchase offer (e.g., 'subject to buyer's attorney review within 5 business days') creates:

AAn irrevocable offer
BA condition that must be satisfied for the contract to become binding on the party benefiting from the condition✓ Correct
CAn automatic extension of the closing date
DA personal guarantee by the attorney

Explanation

A 'subject to' clause in a New York contract creates a condition precedent — the contract (or a specific obligation) becomes binding only if the condition is satisfied. If the condition is not met, the party benefiting from the condition may be entitled to cancel the contract and recover their deposit.

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