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Bilateral contract

A bilateral contract is formed by an exchange of promises, with each party becoming both a promisor and a promisee.

Exam area: Contracts

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What does “bilateral contract” mean in real estate?

A bilateral contract is formed by an exchange of promises, with each party becoming both a promisor and a promisee. Most purchase and sale agreements are bilateral.

How is “bilateral contract” different from the closest wrong answer?

Bilateral means promise for promise. Unilateral means a promise accepted through completion of requested performance.

What is the Georgia-specific rule?

The national formation rule applies in Georgia. Do not confuse bilateral with two people; several parties can be bound by reciprocal promises.

Worked exam example

Scenario

A seller promises to convey title, and a buyer promises to pay the agreed price on the closing date.

What is the most common exam trap?

Trap correction

The number of signatures does not decide the classification. Identify what was exchanged for what.

Original exam check

Apply the definition

A seller promises to convey a house on June 30, and a buyer promises to pay $350,000 that day. Three co-owners sign as sellers. How is this contract classified?

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