Our vendors are giving us the run around. Offer accepted late Jan, things trundling along since then, various issues such as general slowness, trying to get a surveyor in, chasing enquiries, etc, but fairly standard stuff, leasehold property so we expected most of it. But a couple months ago I suspected the vendors were stalling, they kept saying they were still looking for an onward purchase but booking very few viewings, just dragging their feet basically. We let them have the time as all the paperwork was still being gathered together. They had stated in the buyers pack, and kept stating they would try and find a property but go into rented if not, or stay with family, etc. That was the story last time we saw them, a few weeks ago. They never updated us on their house viewings, though did let us know about some documents this week... then their agent calls to say they have decided not to go into rented, and instead are looking for a chain free property.
Our mortgage offer expires end of June. No way will they complete on a property in time! Agent and our solicitor are both annoyed about it, and we've issued a request that we exchange soon and set a proper completion date, even if it's later, just so we know they are actually wanting to move. I don't think they are willing! I'm pretty angry and upset after sticking it out so long and being polite. They were supposed to respond back today with an answer and of course, didn't. Can't decide whether that's good or bad news.
Meanwhile we are booking viewings on other properties, but unfortunately everything suitable is out of budget now and we have to gamble with offering lower (in a fairly strong market where things are going above asking quite often). Kind of devastated, good vibes appreciated! Our suggested completion date, with they had previously said they were working to, is next week, so obviously not happening. I feel like we won't find anywhere else though :(