Which item must be included in your agreement with the adoptive parents?

• A. The adoptive parents' obligation to raise funds for the agency
• B. The parties' agreement to complete the adoption at a specified time
• C. The adoptive parents' right to sue the agency
• D. The agency's obligation to provide lifetime support

Answer: (B)

A defined completion date belongs in the agreement because it sets a clear timeline for moving the adoption forward. This timing milestone helps both the agency and the adoptive parents align on expectations, track progress, and manage responsibilities through each stage (from home study and matching to court finalization). Without a specified date, the arrangement can become open-ended and harder to monitor or enforce.

The other items aren’t required in the agreement: requiring the adoptive parents to raise funds for the agency is not a standard or appropriate obligation; giving the adoptive parents a right to sue the agency isn’t a mandated term; and while some post-placement support may be offered, a lifetime obligation from the agency isn’t a typical or required component of the agreement.