The sales contract required clear title and a lawful transfer of possession.

It did not give me the power to make Beverly disappear by snapping my fingers.

Sarah and Elaine made sure I understood that, even when Gordon sent messages accusing us of using the property as blackmail.

There were notices, negotiations, inspections, association rules, and a possible adjustment to the closing date.

The buyers’ broker had seen similar complications before and asked for updates without drama.

Meanwhile, Gordon authorized a kitchen demolition without approval.