Contracts

A Virginia purchase contract provides that 'time is of the essence' for the financing deadline. The buyer's lender needs 3 more days. The buyer should:

ALet the deadline pass and blame the lender
BRequest a written extension addendum from the seller before the deadline expires✓ Correct
CProceed to closing without the loan being approved
DReport the lender to the VREB

Explanation

With time of the essence clauses, deadlines are strict. The buyer should proactively contact the seller's agent to request a written extension before the deadline passes to avoid default.

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