Joel Boss1 Look Real Estate
North Metro Atlanta · Other

Can I refuse to close after a bad walkthrough?

Refusing to close is not automatic just because a walkthrough turns up a problem, since the right to delay or cancel depends on what the purchase contract actually says about the home's required condition at closing. A genuinely material issue, like a repair the seller promised but never completed, can justify pushing closing back or negotiating a credit. Involve your agent and the closing attorney immediately so any delay is handled through the contract rather than informally.

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