[WSBARP] In Property Dispute what controls

[David Kincaid]

If the house is closed, the doctrine of merger might apply. The claim might
be extinguished depending upon what type of dispute you’re talking about.

Best,
David Kincaid
Kincaid Law PLLC
(360) 914-9204
www.davidkincaidlaw.com


On Mon, Aug 24, 2026 at 9:52 AM Brent Williams-Ruth <
brent at williams-ruthlaw.com> wrote:

> Greetings My Real Property Colleagues -
>
> I have a probate where the Executor and their real estate agent did not
> loop me in prior to closing on a home sale through probate. Things are not
> as I would have done them - but before making a mountain out of nothing, I
> am hoping there is a simple answer to this question.
>
> If there is a dispute over the sale is there a priority over which
> document controls - the Deed or the Purchase and Sale Agreement?
>
> Thank you!
> Brent
>
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