Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 700 of 1605
A home improvement contract states the project 'will start sometime soon and finish when done.' What is the defect?
a.It fails to state the approximate start and completion dates required by law
b.Nothing; approximate dates are optional
c.Dates are only required for contracts over $50,000
d.Only the start date is required, not completion
Explanation
B&P §7159 requires the contract to include the approximate dates when work will begin and when it will be substantially completed. Vague language fails this requirement.
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