Q: Our realtor representing us the sellers says we have to vacate our home on the closing date and state law does not allow
us to negotiate with the buyer on a move out date. We are moving from TN to AZ.
A:
Possession is given at closing- Unless the parties agree otherwise. You can ask your realtor to propose that you be allowed to remain a short time after closing or you can ask to delay the closing. If you remain after closing you are a renter- you will likely have a short rental agreement.
The buyer can say no. But if you are needing a few extra days- you can at least ask- and it may be easier to delay the closing the few days- Again by agreement.
If the buyer refuses then yes - possession at closing.
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