Buying guide
Can I back out after making an offer on a home?
The nature of the offer you made will impact your options.
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Whether you can withdraw a house offer depends on if it was conditional or unconditional.
An unconditional offer is legally binding. Backing out is nearly impossible and results in significant financial penalties, as specified in the sale and purchase agreement. Offers made at auction are typically unconditional.
A conditional offer allows you to withdraw if specific requirements aren't met, such as:
- A satisfactory building report
- Securing finance
- Selling your current home
Always seek legal advice before making an offer.
What does it mean to “make an offer” on a home in NZ?
Whether you made a conditional or unconditional offer will have a big impact on your options.
Conditional vs. unconditional home offers: the key differences
Unconditional offers
Conditional offers
You need to involve your lawyer in any conversations involving the sale and purchase agreement.
Can you really not back out of an unconditional home offer?
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