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  • Profile photo of sjk333sjk333
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    Hi,
    We made an offer on a house last Friday which was accepted (it is now Wednesday), nothing has been signed and we have changed our minds about buying the house. How can we back out of the offer? Are we under any obligation? No money or contracts have been signed. Quick answers needed PLEASE!!!
    Thanks

    Profile photo of Corey BattCorey Batt
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    Which State is the purchase? If there is no signed purchase contract you’re not under any obligation to complete a purchase.

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    It’s in Victoria and it was subject to finance and pest inspection

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    Profile photo of Corey BattCorey Batt
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    As per my previous post – if you have not signed a sale contract you have no obligation to complete so nothing to be concerned about.

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    Profile photo of TerrywTerryw
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    A an oral contract for land is generally unenforceable. It needs to be in writing, but this doesn’t necessarily need to be a formal contract, it could be via email or the back of an envelope. Best to ask your lawyer.

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