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The contract should also set out what constitutes a 'failure' or 'breach' that would trigger a refund, and whether any administrative fees apply if you withdraw. Verbal promises are not reliable, so demand a written addendum or rider that survives any subsequent changes. If funds are placed in escrow or held by a third party, specify the release conditions and timing. Finally, have an independent adviser review the wording to confirm it matches your transaction and local practice, and keep copies of all written communications as evidence.","answer_source":"openai_conversational_breadcrumb","category":"Reservation Agreements","category_slug":"reservation-agreements","confidence":"grounded_in_approved_property_guide_context","created_at":"2026-09-01T19:18:58+00:00","daily_publish_cap":3,"date_published":"2026-09-01","display_date":"2026-09-01","drip_batch":"2026-09-02","drip_status":"daily_auto_published","freshness_warning":"Property availability, prices, ownership rules, taxes, fees and legal requirements can change. This guide is general information only. 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Some deposits may be refundable only under specific conditions; others may be forfeited if the buyer withdraws. Buyers should not rely on verbal promises. Refund conditions, due-diligence periods, deadlines and failure scenarios should be written clearly before funds are paid.","answer_source":"generated_from_visibility_json","category":"Reservation Agreements","category_slug":"reservation-agreements","confidence":"general_guide_information","created_at":"2026-07-06T16:45:00+07:00","daily_publish_cap":3,"date_published":"2026-07-06","display_date":"2026-07-06","drip_batch":"","drip_status":"published_stage4_local_expansion","freshness_warning":"Property availability, prices, ownership rules, taxes, fees and legal requirements can change. 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