Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
Legal · Orders for sale
Ignoring a court order to sell
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In short: Courts can order a property to be sold, for example in disputes between co-owners under TOLATA, in divorce or by a creditor with a charging order. Ignoring the order doesn't stop the sale. The court can appoint someone to sign the documents on your behalf, make a possession order, order you to pay costs, and in serious cases find you in contempt. Co-operating usually gets a higher price and more control over timing. Fraser Bond can value and sell quickly and sensitively.
What to do
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Read the orderDeadlines and who handles the sale.
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Get legal adviceAbout appeal or variation.
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Agree an agentChoose the selling agent jointly if allowed.
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Prepare the homeBetter presentation, better price.
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CompleteProceeds divided as ordered.
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