Alice Entered into an Agreement with a Real Estate Agent

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Essay

Alice entered into an agreement with a real estate agent to help her find a house in Windsor, Ontario.Alice found a house that she wanted and asked the agent to present an offer on Monday.The agent got busy with some other work and did not present the offer until Wednesday.Unfortunately for Alice, the owner of the house accepted another offer presented on Tuesday.Describe the bases upon which Alice could seek relief from the actions of the agent.

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Definitions:

Perfect Tender Rule

A principle in sales law allowing buyers to reject goods if they do not exactly meet the terms of the contract.

Nonconforming Goods

Goods that fail to meet the specifications, quality, or quantity as outlined in a contract.

Installment Contract

A contract that allows for payment or delivery of goods in portions at specified intervals over a period rather than in a single lump sum.

Apportioned

Divided and distributed in proportions or specific amounts according to a defined scheme or calculation.