Can a seller deny a full-price offer?

Agreed-to and signed property purchase agreements between buyers and sellers are considered legal contracts. However, in California and most every other state property sellers can refuse even ‘clean’ full-price offers devoid of any buyer contingencies.

Can you sell a house if the other person doesn’t want to?

If you share ownership with another person, neither of you can sell the property without permission from the other. This isn’t a problem if all the owners agree to sell, but it becomes a big issue when the owners disagree. You can also sell your ownership claim to someone else or ask the court to force a sale.

Can I refuse to sell my house?

It could be unlawful for a seller to treat people unfairly by discriminating against them. For example, it is unlawful to refuse to sell a property, or to offer it on less favourable terms, just because the prospective buyer is of a particular religion or belief.

Can I pull out of selling my house?

The simple answer to the question is that you can withdraw or reject an offer on a property at any time up to the exchange of contracts. After exchange of contracts you will have entered into a legally binding contract and you will be subject to the terms of that contract.

Can I force my partner to sell the house?

If the property owner wishes to sell it, they would have to obtain the consent of their spouse or civil partner. The only way in which a spouse or civil partner can remove his or her former partner from the family home is to raise a court action and seek an exclusion order.

Can you be forced to sell a jointly owned property?

If you are living in the jointly owned family home, unless you agree to voluntarily sell the home your spouse or partner can apply to the Court for an order for sale of the property. The Court will normally only make an Order for sale at a final hearing.

Can someone be forced to sell a house?

If the co-owners cannot reach agreement on what to do with the property, or one co-owner cannot raise enough funds to buy out the other co-owner’s share, then you can compel the sale of the property under the Act. A real estate agent may also be appointed to sell the property.

What if I decide I don’t want to sell my house?

If you truly have no intention to sell your home, simply abide by the listing agreement and wait it out for the term stated. Your real estate agent is on your side. Some realtors will be able to release you from your contract if you cover marketing expenses incurred on your behalf.

Can I decide to not sell my house?

Yes, your property will be withdrawn from the listings, but that does not free you from the contract. If you truly have no intention to sell your home, simply abide by the listing agreement and wait it out for the term stated. Your real estate agent is on your side.

Can a seller refuse to sell a house to a different person?

There are many reasons that are legally acceptable, including low offers and concerns about the buyer’s financial position. But sellers cannot discriminate against individuals protected under state and federal law. For example, you can’t refuse to sell a home to someone simply because they have kids or are of a different race from you.

Can a seller reject a full price offer on a house?

Home sellers are free to reject or counter even a contingency-free, full-price offers, and aren’t bound to any terms until they sign a written real estate purchase agreement. In order to be legally binding, a contract must contain enough detail for a court to be able to enforce it in the event of a dispute.

Can a seller discriminate when selling a home?

But sellers cannot discriminate against individuals protected under state and federal law. For example, you can’t refuse to sell a home to someone simply because they have kids or are of a different race from you.

Do I have to pay my real estate agent when selling my home?

You’re under no obligation to agree to an offer on the home you’re selling, even if it meets your asking price. If you turn down a full-price offer, you may still have to pay your agent, depending on the contract.