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The NEW waiting to exchange thread...
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I wouldn't exchange and complete on the same day, and I wouldn't try to move out on that same day either. If something holds up exchange (it happens!) And you've packed up, emptied and given notice, then you're stuck. It's better to have buffers all round. I'd also go view again before exchange.
No one, not even your solicitor, can give you a date right now, so hope for the best but plan for at least another month.1 -
I've been much too busy with stuff to post here, but it looks as if I will exchange and complete on the same day. I didn't really want to, but this appears to be what is happening unless I delay to Feb.
The date of 25th Jan has been suggested to the seller's solicitors.
I am having an overlap with my rented property, and have already had a discussion with the letting agents about what happens if completion doesn't happen.
Having an overlap is expensive, but makes things much easier and lower stress. So, while moneysaving it is not, I'm doing it.0 -
25th of Jan has come and gone. But, now the plan is to exchange tomorrow 26th of Jan and complete on Monday 29th of Jan.0
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This thread is not very active. But, I exchanged contracts today. Completion is set for Monday.2
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Congratulations!1
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I'll be happier if everything goes well on Mondaytimehastoldme said:Congratulations!
Chickens are not yet counted.
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And, purchase has completed and I have the keys. Phew!4
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Congrats!!! How excitingRHemmings said:And, purchase has completed and I have the keys. Phew! I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the Savings & Investments, Small Biz MoneySaving and House Buying, Renting & Selling boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the Report button, or by e-mailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.1 -
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Good luck and enjoy!1
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