Contracts
What is the difference between 'void' and 'voidable' contracts in South Carolina real estate law?
AVoid contracts are enforceable; voidable are not
BVoid contracts have no legal effect; voidable contracts are valid until disaffirmed by an entitled party✓ Correct
CVoid contracts require court action; voidable are automatically canceled
DThere is no legal difference in South Carolina
Explanation
A void contract has no legal effect from the beginning (e.g., an illegal contract). A voidable contract is valid and enforceable until one party with the right to do so exercises the option to disaffirm it (e.g., contracts with minors).
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