What is the difference between express and implied contracts

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Inna Ivchenko

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And this is.... just for points.

But in general, try to keep all in writing. Good luck.

Jan 03, 2017 07:02 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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There are two types of contracts: an expressed contract, which states the promises in clear language, and an implied contract, which is where behaviors or actions lead parties to believe an agreement exists.

Jan 04, 2017 03:50 AM

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When in doubt put it in writing.

Always doubt.

PS -- Still chuckling at the answer provided by Inna Ivchenko.

Jan 04, 2017 06:04 AM

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Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers

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Inna Ivchenko nailed this one!

Jan 04, 2017 05:23 AM

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Debbie Laity

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I vote for Nina Hollander's answer.

Jan 04, 2017 03:10 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Nin Hollander nailed it!

Jan 04, 2017 11:50 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Ryan Huggins - Thousand Oaks, CA

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Implied are worth the paper they aren't written on (IOW worthless). Think of Blimpy from the Popeye cartoons, how many people took him up on "I'll gladly pay you tomorrow for a hamburger today" implied contract? ZERO!

Jan 04, 2017 09:16 AM

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Sandy Padula & Norm Padula, JD, GRI

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Jan 04, 2017 07:03 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

Charlotte, NC

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Nina Hollander has it covered! Thanks Nina!

Jan 04, 2017 06:46 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Michael Setunsky

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stacey wuyts Check out Nina Hollander 's answer. Additionally, the Statue of Frauds requires all real estate contracts to be in writing to be enforceable in a court of law.

Jan 04, 2017 06:28 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Jan 04, 2017 06:23 AM

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Laura Whitesell

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Barbara Todaro

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Nina Hollander has this one ....

Jan 04, 2017 06:08 AM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Ron and Alexandra Seigel

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Stacey,

Study how your state's views are on this subject. A

Jan 03, 2017 09:35 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Patricia Kennedy

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You can get a lot more out of ActiveRain if you pick your questions carefully. There are some that we can really provide great information - and others that are (or should be) in your class materials. The second group? Probably these will not bring you any useful answers.

Jan 03, 2017 08:20 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Joe Pryor

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Ask an attorney.

Jan 03, 2017 04:34 PM

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Jeff Dowler, CRS

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I believe an implied contract is based on actions, while an express contract is an agreement based on the written or spoken word. I think most express contracts in real estate must be written, but I am not an attorney

Jan 03, 2017 03:38 PM

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Nina Hollander, Broker

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Dave Martin (703) 585-4687

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Implied refers to BEHAVIOR and actions

Express refers to what has been written (signed)

Jan 28, 2018 10:32 AM

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Gita Bantwal

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Others have answered

Jan 04, 2017 06:37 AM

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The answer may vary based on the jurisdiction and laws and regulations for that jurisdiction.

Jan 03, 2017 09:00 PM

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Gabe Sanders

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This is not something I ever have been involved with.

Jan 03, 2017 04:52 PM

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Roy Kelley

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Study the regulations in your state.

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stacey wuyts - working with a buyer without buyer's agreement is implied contract.

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And this is.... just for points.

But in general, try to keep all in writing. Good luck.
There are two types of contracts: an expressed contract, which states the promises in clear language, and an implied contract, which is where behaviors or actions lead parties to believe an agreement exists.
When in doubt put it in writing.

Always doubt.

PS -- Still chuckling at the answer provided by Inna Ivchenko.
Glad it's for school! If this was for a cabinet position...

Implied are worth the paper they aren't written on (IOW worthless). Think of Blimpy from the Popeye cartoons, how many people took him up on "I'll gladly pay you tomorrow for a hamburger today" implied contract? ZERO!
stacey wuyts Check out Nina Hollander 's answer. Additionally, the Statue of Frauds requires all real estate contracts to be in writing to be enforceable in a court of law.
Stacey,

Study how your state's views are on this subject. A
You can get a lot more out of ActiveRain if you pick your questions carefully. There are some that we can really provide great information - and others that are (or should be) in your class materials. The second group? Probably these will not bring you any useful answers.
I believe an implied contract is based on actions, while an express contract is an agreement based on the written or spoken word. I think most express contracts in real estate must be written, but I am not an attorney
Implied refers to BEHAVIOR and actions

Express refers to what has been written (signed)
The answer may vary based on the jurisdiction and laws and regulations for that jurisdiction.
stacey wuyts - working with a buyer without buyer's agreement is implied contract.