Contracts
What is the difference between a bilateral and unilateral contract in Ohio real estate?
AA bilateral contract requires two signatures; unilateral only one
BBilateral contracts involve mutual promises; unilateral contracts involve one party's promise contingent on another's performance✓ Correct
CUnilateral contracts are stronger
DThey are the same in Ohio
Explanation
A bilateral contract involves mutual promises (both parties are bound). A unilateral contract involves one party's promise in exchange for another's act or performance (e.g., an option to purchase). A listing agreement is unilateral; a purchase contract is bilateral.
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