What is necessary for a minor's real estate contract to be enforceable?

For a minor's real estate contract to be enforceable, it is essential that the minor must be emancipated. When a minor is emancipated, they have been granted the legal ability to enter into contracts and manage their own affairs, which includes the buying or selling of real estate. Emancipation may occur through various means, such as marriage or court order, and it allows minors to engage in contractual agreements that they otherwise would not be able to do due to their age.

Parental consent is not sufficient on its own for a minor’s contract to be enforceable. While it may provide additional support or approval, the law does not allow minors to enter into binding contracts without the emancipation status, as they are generally considered incapable of fully understanding the implications of such agreements.

A contract being for non-essentials or having a notarization does not influence the enforceability regarding a minor. Non-essential items can still be considered invalid if a minor enters into such a contract without being emancipated. Similarly, notarization does not confer the ability to enter into contracts if the individual is a minor without emancipation status.

Therefore, being emancipated is crucial for a minor to have the legal standing to enforce a real estate contract, ensuring they can