Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Ohio

Sold my house, let peoplein, now closing is off because of their dealings in flo

I thought everything was settled. Moved into my old house on 12-17-03 and closing was suppose to be done on the 19th. I'm still waiting and they are in my old house still and I had to start making house payments on new place since I can't pay it off because they haven't paid me yet. My realtor is now making them get a loan here in ohio since theirs in Florida fell through. They say should be 2 weeks now. Can I fire my realtor and get people out?


Asked on 1/10/04, 3:37 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Buschbacher Michael Buschbacher Co. LPA

Re: Sold my house, let peoplein, now closing is off because of their dealings in

Here is how it works.

You will need to provide a proper 3 days notice to the tenant, assuming they haven't paid rent.

YOu then need to file a proper eviction suit in the local municipal or county court. After the eviction hearing, approximatey 2-3 weeks later, the tenant will have 10 days to move. If they don't, you will need to make arrangements with local law enforment to enforce the Courts orders.

I would recommend that you hire a local attorney for the eviction and to determine the consequences of your firing the Realtor.

A cardinal rule in real estate is to NEVER allow your home to be occupied before closing.

Good Luck.

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Answered on 1/11/04, 11:54 am


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