For the most part, US contracts are not valid without consideration. Basically, all parties involved must receive something of value. https://www.nolo.com/leg

For the most part, US contracts are not valid without consideration. Basically, all parties involved must receive something of value. https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/consideration-every-contract-needs-33361.html https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/consideration-every-... Any contract request that includes a small cash payout should merit extra scrutiny.