Why do house sales fall through? A seller’s guide

Why do house sales fall through? A seller’s guide

When you are selling a property, the sale can fall through for various reasons, from a buyer having trouble securing a mortgage to them simply changing their mind.

When you are selling a property, the sale can fall through for various reasons, from a buyer having trouble securing a mortgage to them simply changing their mind. In Scotland, once an offer has been made, it becomes legally binding, however, in England and Wales, until a buyer reaches the point of exchanging on a property, they are able to drop out of the sale at any point.
This article will take you through what could cause your sale to fall through and the options you have if you need to find a buyer quickly.
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