Contracts

What is 'time is of the essence' in a Rhode Island purchase agreement?

AA reminder to act quickly in a hot market
BA contractual clause making all deadlines strictly enforceable; failure to meet them is a material breach✓ Correct
CA statement that the closing will be as fast as possible
DA provision allowing either party to extend deadlines

Explanation

A 'time is of the essence' clause makes all dates and deadlines in the contract strictly binding. If a party fails to perform by the required date, the other party may declare them in breach and pursue remedies.

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