Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Arizona

Option to Purchase

We, the sellers, and a buyer signed an Option to Purchase which said that it is

irrevocable on the part of the sellers but not on the buyer. The sale has been

delayed by almost two years and during that time our situation has changed and

we no longer need nor want to sell. We suggested alternatives to the buyer

which were not agreed to. We have been told by attorneys and real estate

professionals that the offered price was way under market value and now the

property has doubled in value as well. (We were not aware of the market

conditions as we live in another state.) The contract still has several months

until it expires. Is there anything we can do now to legally get out of this, or is

this a case of ''Seller Beware''?


Asked on 4/04/06, 6:15 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

James Jenkins Jenkins Law Center PLC

Re: Option to Purchase

If seasoned attorneys have reviewed the contracts and given an opinion, it would be irresponsible for me to second guess their opinion without even seeing the contracts.

Good luck,

James D. Jenkins

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Answered on 4/05/06, 12:41 pm
Susan Burns Law Office of Susan Ford Burns

Re: Option to Purchase

Your question is impossible to answer without a thorough review of your specific option to purchase. You need to contact an attorney in the state where the property is located and have that attorney review your agreement. Only then can someone determine whether you have grounds to get out of that agreement.

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Answered on 4/04/06, 7:37 pm
Donald Scher Donald T. Scher & Associates, P.C.

Re: Option to Purchase

It is impossible to answer your question without seeing the agreement and the terms of the option. Also, what was the consideration paid to you for the option. Did you give the "buyer" 2 years or 3 years to buy the property? You should immediately consult with a real estate attorney and find out your rights, duties and obligations.

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Answered on 4/04/06, 8:08 pm


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