[WSBARP] In Property Dispute what controls

[Brent Williams-Ruth]

Thank you all for the responses.

Brent

*Brent Williams-Ruth* (pronouns: he/him)
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On Mon, Aug 24, 2026 at 11:53 AM John McCrady <j.mccrady at pstitle.com> wrote:

> The PSA is considered merged into the deed for most purposes.  Some
> research into the merger doctrine should tell you whether the terms of
> concern to you would be considered merged.
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> wsbarp-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> *On Behalf Of *Brent Williams-Ruth
> *Sent:* Monday, August 24, 2026 9:52 AM
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> *Subject:* [WSBARP] In Property Dispute what controls
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> Greetings My Real Property Colleagues -
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> 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.
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> If there is a dispute over the sale is there a priority over which
> document controls - the Deed or the Purchase and Sale Agreement?
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> Thank you!
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> Brent
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> *Brent Williams-Ruth* (pronouns: he/him)
> *Attorney-At-Law*
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> *Law Offices of Brent Williams-Ruth, **a division of BWR Consulting, PLLC*
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> *Physical Address: 500 S 336th Street, Suite 214; Federal Way, WA 98003*
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