The agent asked to see the items before purchase, and met with two men on a street corner at 5 p.m.

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In just two weeks' time the company has gone from a potential free agent, to a lone wolf, and then back to prospective purchase.

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Estate agent Jenny Layton from McCartneys in Knighton said it was a "rare opportunity to purchase a site of historical importance".

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An appraisal that results in a value that is less than the contract purchase price can potentially mean all kinds of woe for the loan officer (me) and the real estate agent.

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