Contracts
In Pennsylvania, which of the following would make a listing agreement void (rather than merely voidable)?
AThe seller was a minor when they signed
BThe listing was for an illegal purpose (e.g., selling property the seller does not own through fraudulent means)✓ Correct
CThe seller signed under duress
DThe listing did not include the broker's license number
Explanation
A contract for an illegal purpose is void from inception — it never had legal effect. Selling property through fraudulent misrepresentation of ownership is illegal, making any listing agreement created for that purpose void. Minor's contracts and contracts signed under duress are voidable (not void).
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