If only one party signs a contract is it still legally binding?
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If only one party signs a contract is it still legally binding?
I had signed a lease and was given a copy with only my signature on it. The landlord, or whom ever, had not signed it. It was not signed until later. I had called to cancel that contract and now they have sent my rent payment to a collection agency. I am just curious if the contract is actually Legally binding when the other party did not sign the contract the same time I did.
Asked on April 5, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Nevada
Answers:
Glenn M. Lyon, Esq. / MacGregor Lyon, LLC.
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, it is still a valid agreement. Contracts do not need to be signed at the same time.
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