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March 10, 2004
Farewell to this house?
It may be too early to start celebrating, or even to start packing, as there is a great deal of potential for things to go wrong in this deal. But, the Domus is sold (subject to contract). A fair offer has been made and accepted, and the Monk has (probably to his own detriment) agreed to give vacant possession by a certain date. He has also agreed to refuse further offers and viewings.
Some may say that this is crazy, that perhaps I could have taken a higher bidder’s offer if I had left the door open. That is one opinion. However, I am old fashioned enough to be of the mind that my word is most definitely my bond. I have accepted an offer, it is now for the buyers to honour their part and I will honour mine.
Of course, this means that I have now to find an alternative domus – and pretty damned quick too! The alternative is a homeless Monk sleeping on the floor in a freezing Abbey!
Watch this space for more riveting news on the Monk’s search for a new abode!
Posted by The Gray Monk at March 10, 2004 11:52 PM
Comments
I hate buying and selling houses. I have done it both in Scotland and the UK and even though the rules are differant the pain is the same.
Posted by: Matthew at March 11, 2004 01:21 AM
I hate buying and selling houses. I have done it both in Scotland and the UK and even though the rules are differant the pain is the same. Good luck in the search for a new home
Posted by: Matthew at March 11, 2004 01:21 AM
Apart from the freezing bit - it sounds appropriate for a Monk to live in an Abbey.
Posted by: Ozguru at March 11, 2004 03:36 AM
Its the potential to be "gazumped" that worries me!
Posted by: The Gray Monk at March 12, 2004 09:52 PM