The sale of my house took a great step forward yesterday. Mr Surveyor examined the property in the morning and Mr Purchaser made an offer in the afternoon, which Mr Vendor rejected on my behalf. A second offer was made within an hour, so either he or Mrs Purchaser is very keen. Mr Vendor will make another attempt to increase the offer, although (whisper it) I'd settle for the second price. The imminence of a sale inspired a flurry of tidying and reorganisation at The Rural Retreat where space for... read more
