Koi Pond Fiasco: Sellers Demand Buyers Care for Hibernating Fish After Sale
A couple preparing to close on a new home found themselves caught in an unexpected dispute with the sellers over a koi pond. The sellers informed the buyers that their fish couldn't be moved during the winter and introduced a shocking addendum: if any fish became ill or died, the buyers would be financially responsible. The situation highlights the absurdity of including such conditions in a real estate sale.
- The ridiculousness of this request underscores the importance of carefully reviewing contracts before signing, ensuring that no unwanted surprises lurk beneath the surface.
- What are the broader implications of this koi pond debacle on the way we approach unusual clauses in real estate transactions?