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within that time he does not give any definite answer, the promise loses its effect.

557.

If the buyer has given bargain money to the seller, either party may, before the performance of the contract has begun, rescind it; the buyer on condition that he forfeits the bargain money, the seller on condition that he repays twice its amount.

In such case the provisions of Art. 545, 3 do not apply.

558.

The expenses of the contract of sale are to be borne by both parties equally.

559.

The provisions of this Section apply to contracts other than sales, made upon a consideration, unless the nature of such contract does not admit of it.

Subsection II.
The Effect of a Sale.

560.

If a right of another person is made the subject of a sale, the seller is bound to acquire such right and transfer it to the buyer.

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