Contracts
A Washington buyer and seller agree verbally to modify the closing date by one week. To be legally enforceable, this modification must be:
AOnly verbally confirmed by both parties' agents
BReduced to writing and signed by both parties✓ Correct
CFiled with the county auditor
DApproved by the escrow company
Explanation
Under the Statute of Frauds and the integration clause of most purchase agreements, modifications to a real estate contract must be in writing and signed by all parties to be enforceable.
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