Q: Can I refuse to sell my property to certain named individuals (my neighbors) even if they produce a full price offer?
I am planning on selling my house in the near future. I have a poor relationship with my neighbors but they would like to get their hands on my property. I want to ensure they cannot buy my property in any way.
A: As a general rule, a seller is not obligated to accept an offer (even a full-price, no contingencies offer) from a potential buyer and, as long as you do not refuse an offer based on racial or other forms of illegal discrimination, you should be able to decline to sign a purchase and sale agreement. Relatedly, if you list the property with a real estate agent, you will want to review your listing agreement carefully, because the refusal to accept a full-price offer could be a breach of that agreement and/or the fact that a full-price offer was presented to you could trigger liability for a commission.
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