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Yes. Real estate contracts in California must be in writing. In California, the Statute of Frauds governs which contracts must be in writing and which contracts are valid as oral agreements. Under this law, any contract used to purchase or sell land must be in writing.

A sales contract is a legally binding document between a buyer and seller. The document includes the details of the exchange, the terms of sale, clear product or service descriptions and more. A good sales contract should leave no doubt in either party's mind about their rights and obligations during a transaction.

Its key elements include: Buyer and seller names and contact details. A description of the goods and/or services being sold. Delivery specifications. Details of the inspection period. Payment details. Contingencies, including any guarantees, warranties, and conditions for termination.

How to write a real estate purchase agreement Identify the address of the property being purchased, including all required legal descriptions. Identify the names and addresses of both the buyer and the seller. Detail the price of the property and the terms of the purchase. Set the closing date and closing costs.

Most often, the buyer's real estate agent will write up and prepare the purchase agreement for a house. Note that agents (not being practicing attorneys themselves) can't create their own contracts.

A sales and purchase agreement (SPA) is a binding legal contract that obligates a buyer to buy and a seller to sell a product or service. SPAs are often used in real estate deals or when two parties are transacting a large item or a large number of items.