Imagine this: You’ve been searching for your dream home for years, and finally, you find it. An old farmhouse, 15 acres of land, perfect location, and places for both you and your spouse to work from. You’ve already started dreaming of raising your family there, growing old together. You’ve jumped through countless hoops, signed the contract and even spent a fortune on repairs and inspections. But then, the unthinkable happens – the current owners change their mind about selling. They want their friends and grandchildren to enjoy the house and make memories there. Legally, you’re in the clear, but morally? Well, that’s where things get complicated…
The Dream Home Hunt ✨
The Perfect Find
The Contract Conundrum
The Unexpected Twist
The Moral Dilemma
The Big Question
The Legal Assurance ⚖️
The Final Decision
The Happy Ending?
A Dream House Dilemma: The Verdict ⚖️
After a heart-wrenching moral dilemma, our couple decided to go ahead with the purchase of their dream home, despite the sellers’ change of heart. Armed with legal advice and the conviction that they were not in the wrong, they informed the sellers of their decision. The sellers accepted, and now, our couple is one step closer to their dream. They’ve even taken out insurance, just in case. As they prepare to move into their forever home, they can’t help but feel a twinge of guilt. But in the end, they believe it’s a win-win situation for everyone involved. So, what do you think? Was their decision justified? Let’s see what the internet has to say…
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NTA, if the cooling off period is over then it’s too late for them to back out of the deal. It’s an unfortunate circumstance for them if they find themselves able to afford it now but ultimately it’s not your problem.
NTA That’s what contracts are for. Business over personal sympathies.
“NTA. No obligation to do what they want. #FamilyGuilt”
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NAH, agent’s call raises doubts about home ownership. Talk to lawyer �
NTA: Moving on from a farmhouse after just one year.
No a-hole here. Obligation to sell, but it’s still a shame.
Contracts matter! It’s your home now, not theirs.
NTA, but brace yourself for a potential legal headache
NTA, offer to sell the house back with a hefty price
“NTA. Legal advice needed before proceeding with purchase in Australia! � “
NTA. Contracts matter!
Claim your house, claim your happiness!
Stick to your contract, not just because you can but because you should.
NTA: Get a lawyer and fight for your rights!
You’re in the right! It’s legally your dream farmhouse!
Did the closing happen? Find out in the comment replies!
NTA. Stick to your decision and create memories with your kids!
Claim your dream home! You’re not the a**hole here.
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Not the a**hole. Share your thoughts on this controversial topic!
NTA. Take pictures now, sue later. Protect yourself with insurance.
NTA: Time is of the essence in farmhouse sales ⏳
Engaging comment and helpful reply for home buying complications
Secret offers and hidden agendas in the real estate market ♂️
“F that.” Fight for your dream. NTA
NTA: Enforcing a contract to protect your investment
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Sellers regret after health issue, but contract is binding
NTA’s struggle to close on a house leads to domino effect
Take legal action! Fight for your dream home! Good luck!
Empathy for sellers, but caution against impulsive decisions.
No blame, just bad timing. Their loss, not yours.
NTA. Boundaries matter. Your property, your rules.
Keep the house! NTA- they’d probably be back in same position
Heartwarming story of a family’s commitment to honor a sale ❤️
NTA: They made their bed and they can lay in it.
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NTA, they got a better offer and playing the sympathy card
You’re in charge! NTA. It’s your house, your rules.
Morally okay to buy, but check COVID-19 cooking off period.
Unfortunate turn of events for families, but deal is done
Politely declining a request to cancel sale, prioritize safety
NTA. They had a chance to back out.
NTA, but consult a lawyer to cover your bases. �
NTA. You’re legally and MORALLY in the right.
Checking mortgage payment is reasonable, but showing others is weird
Homeownership stress: NTA fights for their dream farmhouse
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Protect your investment! Don’t let them take advantage of you!
Concerns about canceling sale and potential property sabotage.
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Beware of hidden costs when backing out of a house contract
NTA: Treat it as a business transaction. Go for it!
Seek legal advice before making any decisions.
NTA. You deserve the house. No ifs, ands, or buts!
Generous offer to sell back farmhouse at higher price
No a**hole here. A heartwarming tale of two families ❤️
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Dream house disappointment: NTA for questioning their intentions
NTA: You own it! Don’t let them back out.
NTA: No backsies! Contracts are final, deal is done
NTA, but brace yourself for a trashed dream home ♂️
NTA: Contracts are legally binding, don’t blame yourself.
Claim your dream house and leave them in the dust!
Generous NTA considers stipulation to protect family home from destruction.
Financial concerns and changing circumstances make backing out difficult ‼️
NTA. Don’t let them ruin your dream home. Enjoy it!
Demand a letter from your attorney to make them think twice.
NTA. Sellers backed out after signing and sealing the deal.
Financial struggles due to pandemic mortgage allowances in Australia
Heartbreaking decision: NTA, but memories can’t be evicted
Congratulations on your house! You’re definitely not the a**hole!
NTA. Don’t back down! Get a lawyer and protect your dream
NTA. Seller tried to jerk me around, threatened lawsuit, got lamps
A conveyancer shares a similar experience, supporting the non-asshole verdict.
