Tom and Jerry Agreed Orally That Tom Would Sell His

question 76

Essay

Tom and Jerry agreed orally that Tom would sell his condominium to Jerry. It was agreed that Jerry would pay Tom $1,000 per month for 8 years as well as paying property taxes and maintenance costs for the condominium. Four years into the arrangement, the condominium had increased in value significantly, and Tom wanted to rescind the oral agreement. What doctrine could be applied by a court to reach justice? Explain the doctrine.

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Definitions:

Compounded Monthly

The calculation of interest on both the initial principal and the accumulated interest from previous months.

Monthly Payments

Payments that are due every month, as in the case of a loan or lease.

Withdrawals

Acts of removing funds from a savings or investment account, which can impact the account's growth or income-producing ability.

Compounded Quarterly

The calculation of interest on the principal amount and any accumulated interest every three months.