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Gentleman's Agreement at closing

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shartong

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At closing the seller agreed to take care of some wiring that wasn't up to code. Now he only wants to pay one half. Do I have any recourse?
 


ALawyer

Senior Member
Was it in writing? Any witnesses? Is he concerned about the money and/or is his reputation such that he is not a "gentleman"? Small claims court may work. There are some practical issues as in some states once the deed is transferred that's it, while in others oral agreements are enforceable.

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shartong

Guest
His attorney and my attorney were present and it was agreed that it would not be necessay to escrowe the costs as I trusted him. This took place in Florida. Do I need some kind of Sworn Statement from the two attorneys?
 

ALawyer

Senior Member
Call the lawyer and remind them and tell them to remind their client -- if that doesn't work, small claims court against the lawyer and client.
 

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