Consideration
Something of legal value that each party exchanges, which is required for a valid contract.
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What does Consideration mean on the Texas real estate exam?
Answer: Something of legal value that each party exchanges, which is required for a valid contract.
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Consideration definition
Consideration is the thing of legal value that each party gives or promises in a contract, such as money, a promise, or an act. It is one of the four essential elements of a valid contract.
Consideration must exist, but it does not have to be equal between the parties. Courts generally do not weigh whether the exchange was a good deal.
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