Contracts
In Tennessee, which of the following clauses protects a seller who accepts a contingent offer while still marketing the property?
AEscalation clause
BKick-out clause✓ Correct
CSubordination clause
DAssumption clause
Explanation
A kick-out clause allows a seller who has accepted a contingent offer to continue marketing and accept a better non-contingent offer, giving the original buyer a specified time to remove their contingency or step aside.
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