B. Gayden Pate, et al vs. C & S of Tenn., Inc., et al

Case Number
M2000-02283-COA-R3-CV
The plaintiffs signed a contract for the purchase of a new home, conditional on their ability to sell their present home and to obtain a mortgage loan. They gave the defendant developer $30,000 as earnest money. When they were unable to sell their home, they asked for the return of the earnest money. The defendant refused, and the purchasers sued. The trial court ordered the defendant to return the $30,000. We affirm, but we modify the court's judgment to assess interest and attorney fees against the sellers.
Authoring Judge
Judge Ben H. Cantrell
Originating Judge
Leonard W. Martin
Case Name
B. Gayden Pate, et al vs. C & S of Tenn., Inc., et al
Date Filed
Dissent or Concur
No
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