Realtor & Contract Disputes

Real estate deals fall apart for all kinds of reasons: a buyer walks away, a seller won’t close, an inspection negotiation stalls, or a broker’s commission is suddenly in question. When that happens, the contract language and the deadlines matter more than anyone expected. Proper Tea Law helps buyers, sellers, and brokers in Colorado Springs understand where they stand and work toward a resolution, ideally without a long court fight.

How we help buyers and sellers

Earnest money disputes when both sides claim the deposit after a deal ends
Breach of contract when the other party won’t perform, misses deadlines, or tries to back out
Specific performance, when the goal is to make the sale actually happen
Inspection, appraisal, and financing disputes tied to the contract’s objection and termination deadlines

How we help brokers

Transaction problems that need a quick legal read before they turn into claims
Listing and buyer agreements, including Colorado’s 2026 written-agreement and compensation-disclosure requirements
Commission disputes with clients or other brokerages, when they come up

What to know about Colorado contract disputes

The contract controls a lot. Most Colorado home sales use the Real Estate Commission’s standard Contract to Buy and Sell, which sets deadlines, notice rules, and what happens to earnest money. The standard contract also includes a mediation provision, so check it before filing suit.
Brokers need written agreements. Since August 12, 2026, a Colorado broker must have a written agreement that clearly discloses compensation before doing brokerage work for a client (C.R.S. 12-10-403(2), as amended by HB26-1426).
Deadlines apply. Most contract claims in Colorado must be brought within three years (C.R.S. 13-80-101), generally counted from when the breach was discovered or should have been discovered (C.R.S. 13-80-108).

Why Proper Tea Law

You work directly with attorney Joel Nath, not a rotating team. Before law school, Joel spent nearly a decade in Colorado Springs real estate, including as a managing broker, so he understands how deals and commissions actually work. Consultations are free, and we aim to respond the same business day.

We’d love to work with you.

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