Q: Is it illegal to withdraw from a contract 3 weeks prior to closing upon discovering a very costly repair is needed for
For Re-pointing brick and mortar and caulking windows and doors. Both issues were referenced in the house inspection and I took it upon myself to get a professional estimate for the cost of repairs.
A: It depends on the terms of the contract. That said, I recommend you ask the attorney that is representing you in the closing to review the contract, and answer your questions. If you do have an attorney representing you in the closing, you absolutely should. Many of us will represent sellers for just a few hundred dollars, and will represent you throughout the entire closing process, including ordering title and drafting all of the closing documents to ensure your interests are protected now and in the future.
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