We are in contract to buy a home and the settlement date says on or about October 15th. We have now been told that that could mean November 15th. Is that the law?

Full question:

We just moved and we are renting. We are in contract to buy a home and the settlement date says on or about October 15th. We have now been told that that could mean November 15th. Is that the law?

  • Category: Real Property
  • Subcategory: Sales
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  • State: New York

Answer:

It is a matter of contractual interpretation. When time frames are ambiguous, courts often imply a "reasonable" time frame.

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You should inform your landlord as soon as your home purchase is finalized or when you have a confirmed settlement date. This allows your landlord to prepare for your move-out date and ensures you meet any lease obligations.