Contracts
In Texas, a contract for the sale of real estate must be in writing to be enforceable under the:
ATexas Consumer Protection Act
BTexas Statute of Frauds (Business & Commerce Code § 26.01)✓ Correct
CTREC rules only
DThe Federal Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act
Explanation
Under the Texas Statute of Frauds (Texas Business and Commerce Code § 26.01), contracts for the sale of real estate must be in writing and signed by the party to be charged to be enforceable.
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