Contracts

In South Carolina, what happens to the contract if a contingency is not satisfied and not waived?

AThe contract automatically extends
BThe contract may be terminated and the earnest money returned to the buyer✓ Correct
CThe seller must fulfill the contingency
DThe parties must renegotiate all terms

Explanation

If a contingency is not satisfied and not waived by the applicable deadline, the buyer typically has the right to terminate the contract and receive a refund of the earnest money. The contract is voidable at the buyer's option.

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