What legal actions can a seller take for an unclosed agreement?

An unregistered agreement of sale was made for a property transaction worth one crore. Two buyers jointly signed the agreement with the seller. They paid Rs. 20 lakhs as an advance, and the balance was to be paid in six months. However, after four years, the buyers haven't paid the balance and haven't closed the contract. The seller has reminded them several times to settle the balance. The seller is now ready to refund the advance after deducting interest and penalties. What legal options does the seller have to close the agreement? What are the standard terms for deducting penalties and interest? Can the seller sell the property to another buyer who is ready with payment?

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 09 Apr 2025

In the case of an unregistered sale agreement, the seller can approach a civil court for breach of contract and claim damages. The penalty and interest terms depend on the agreement. The seller may be able to sell the property to another buyer if the contract is legally terminated, with proper documentation. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
 

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