Fixtures Sale Legal Guidance
Summary
If you mistakenly sold fixtures that should have stayed with a house, and the agreement states they are included, they legally belong to the new owner. You may need to compensate the buyer or replace the fixtures. Consult a local attorney for further guidance.Full Conversation
I mistakenly sold some fixtures that should have stayed with the house i sold. Person will not return them. What can i do?
Did you have a written agreement about what was included in the sale of the house?
Yes
What does the agreement specifically say about the fixtures? In Pennsylvania, fixtures are generally considered part of the property unless otherwise specified in the agreement.
That they are included
Since the agreement states that the fixtures are included, they legally belong to the new owner. You may need to compensate the buyer or replace the fixtures. Please consult a local attorney.