How can a customer cancel and when does the 3-day waiting period countdown begin?

• A. In writing; countdown begins the day after the contract is signed
• B. Verbal notice; countdown begins the day of signing
• C. In writing; countdown begins on the day of signing
• D. In writing; countdown begins seven days after signing

Answer: (A)

The waiting period is a protection for the buyer, so the right to cancel must be exercised in writing. A written cancellation avoids ambiguity and provides clear evidence of the intent and timing. The three-day countdown starts the day after the contract is signed, giving three full calendar days to reconsider. For example, if the contract is signed on Monday, the countdown runs Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, ending at midnight on the third day. Verbal cancellation doesn’t satisfy the requirement, and starting the countdown on the signing day would shorten the window.