Contracts & ExecutionQuestion 777 of 1605
The requirement that a home improvement contract be signed before work begins protects the buyer by:
a.Waiving the contractor's liability
b.Ensuring the terms and cancellation rights are set before the buyer is committed to ongoing work
c.Guaranteeing the lowest price
d.Eliminating the need for permits
Explanation
Requiring signature before work begins ensures the buyer knows the full terms and retains the right to cancel before becoming entangled in a partially completed project.
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