Q: Seller didn't comply with terms for our contract and now we have to extend. What if they don't agree?
Our terms were to have roof fixed (homeowners claim from storm), repair termite and moisture damage under house and inspect septic and fix any repairs. We were to close 3 weeks ago but nothing was fixed. They waited a week before close to inspect septic, found that it was so damaged it needs to be replaced. The tarp that was over damaged roof is gone but it hasn't been fixed. Under the house either. We just sent them new extension to allow for more time for septic (permit delay) with proof of application for permit and proof of work to be done within 5 days of signing extension. They said that if we don't want to wait, we can go & get our deposit back, they have 5 other offers. Now we have to pay rate lock fees, they won't pay even though it's their fault. I just checked to see if there was a application or permit, nothing. So they lied again. I think they are messing around so we will walk away and they can sell to someone else and not have to put in the septic. What can I do legally?
A: It depends on the terms of the contract. Find a local lawyer for a review. I’m sure you are assuming I’m just ducking the question, but I could do that by clicking Delete. Contracts differ. Facts differ. You might have enforcement roghts... or you might not.
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