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New build delay

After developer accepted my offer, they advised there’s a construction delay due to a legal issue involving a neighbouring property. They agreed to a long stop date 9 months in future which is fine for me. Is there anything else I should get clarity on before I reserve the property? 

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  • hazyjo
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    What if prices drop drastically? I suppose you could just drop out if you have a long stop date.

    Also, do you need a mortgage? It will more than likely expire before completion. You'll need to reapply.

    Just make sure you can drop out for any reason.
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  • Ybe
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    hazyjo said:
    What if prices drop drastically? I suppose you could just drop out if you have a long stop date.

    Also, do you need a mortgage? It will more than likely expire before completion. You'll need to reapply.

    Just make sure you can drop out for any reason.
    Long stop date is in 9 months so I’d only be able to drop out if completion is delayed until after that date. 
  • user1977
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    What sort of "legal issue"?
  • Ybe
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    user1977 said:
    What sort of "legal issue"?
    It’s a party wall issue to complete the particular plot. 
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