...in hoping he gets knob rot and it falls off?

[harriethoyle]

Supposed to exchange in a chain today. Buyer has demanded 10k reduction for an invented problem (not on the survey!). I either fold and lose 10k or stand on principle and possibly lose the sale. AIBU in watching Wimbledon with a stiff gin and wishing untold vexation on his head?!

Any updates?

Argh, I hate it when a thread leaves you hanging and the OP doesn't come back!

I hope you've managed to exchange OP, and that karma catches up with the CF buyer in due course.

Any update op?

As I worked in EA, I can safely say a) he's trying it on & b) 1 offer already means another buyer will be along soon if you call his bluff & he throws his teddies out the pram. Enjoy your gin!

@harriethoyle update pleeeease?

We just completed an hour ago! And with no reduction in the asking price but an agreement I will pay a limited amount to the contractor IF he gets the work done. It's time limited too!

Thank you all so much. You really stiffened my sinews. Gin for one and all!!

Brilliant news!

Yaaaay OP. Brilliant news. Enjoy the gin

Well done on not allowing yourself to be bullied. All the best going forward

YES! Well done OP! And thanks for updating us.

Nice one, best of luck for completion!