How do I word a professional “pulling out” threat to sellers?
I’m at my wits’ end and need some advice on how to phrase things professionally when threatening to pull out of a purchase.
I put my offer in 22nd April.
The sellers’ onward property is empty, and their sellers are desperate to complete.
We were originally due to complete end of August, then 12th September, then 6th October. Each date has come and gone because of delays caused by the sellers and their solicitors.
My solicitor is ready. They have everything they need, but the other side just won’t exchange, and their solicitor is ignoring mine.
The seller keeps messaging me directly with excuses, which I’ve now stopped responding to.
Meanwhile, I’ve already come off my mortgage with my ex (early September, ready for completion on 8th Sept), so I’m now technically homeless.... splitting time between my campervan and my brother’s house. The sellers know this and the estate agent.
I want to give them a clear deadline: exchange by 15th October, complete by 31st October, or I will withdraw.
What’s the best way to word this so it’s firm and professional, without burning bridges unnecessarily? I just want to bring this to a close, one way or another. I don't know ifcthe sellers actually want to move and seem to think they call the shots and won't commit to a date.
I feel they are taking the Michael out of me now.
Any advice greatly appreciated.