Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York
seller changes mind after accepting offer
Can you tell me if we have any recourse. We signed a purchase contract for a full price offer of cash on property. Seller accepted offer. Now he is saying he changed his mind. We really want the property. What can we do? Can we force him legally to sell us the land?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: seller changes mind after accepting offer
Only if there is a signed written agreement. Did the Seller sign the contract? Without that, nothing is accepted.
Good Luck
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Re: seller changes mind after accepting offer
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I am assuming that a Contract of Sale was signed. If so, you can sue for specific performance of the contract.
Re: seller changes mind after accepting offer
If the seller signed the contract then you should definitely have a case for specific performance of the contract, which would thus force him to sell you the property as the contract states. This area of law is our specialty, however, we would need some more information before making a complete and proper determination. You are welcome to contact us for a free consultation.
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