Escrow Holdback Demand Letter
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
xxx
[Phone]
[Email]
Date: [Insert Date]
Via Certified Mail and Email
xxx
9143 E Topeka Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Re: Demand for Release of $xxx Escrow Holdback – Property Located at 9143 E Topeka Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Dear xxx
This letter serves as formal demand for release of the $xxx escrow holdback currently being held pursuant to the post-closing repair agreement dated [insert date] concerning the property located at 9143 E Topeka Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255.
Under the terms of our agreement, Seller, xxx Properties, was provided ten (10) days post-closing to complete the specified repairs. Seller timely arranged for licensed contractors to perform the agreed-upon work and made good-faith efforts to complete all items within the allotted timeframe.
Seller was prepared to complete and/or address any remaining punch-list items; however, completion was prevented due to Buyer’s refusal to provide reasonable access to the property. Seller made multiple attempts to coordinate entry, which were denied or not accommodated. A party to a contract may not hinder or prevent performance and then rely on that prevention to claim default.
Seller has substantially performed the required repairs and remains ready, willing, and able to complete any remaining minor items upon reasonable access. Buyer’s refusal of access constitutes interference with contractual performance. Additionally, Buyer’s agent advised that access to the property was being refused and confirmed that the access code was changed on 02/24/26 at 3:12 p.m., per text message communication. Seller has reached out through the agent on more than six (6) occasions via email and text message advising that we remain willing to return and complete or re-complete any items, recognizing that construction standards and buyer expectations can sometimes vary. Despite these repeated efforts, the agent refused to respond substantively or provide access to the property.
Accordingly, Seller hereby demands immediate written authorization to escrow for release of the $15,000 holdback funds within five (5) calendar days of receipt of this letter.
If this matter is not resolved within that time, Seller will pursue all available remedies, including but not limited to initiating mediation pursuant to the Arizona Residential Purchase Contract, filing an action in Justice Court to obtain a court order directing release of funds, and seeking recovery of attorneys’ fees and costs as permitted by contract and Arizona law.
This letter is sent in good faith in an effort to resolve this matter without formal legal proceedings.
Sincerely,
xxxxx
By: __________________________
[Authorized Representative Name]
[Phone]
[Email]
Date: [Insert Date]
Via Certified Mail and Email
xxx
9143 E Topeka Drive
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Re: Demand for Release of $xxx Escrow Holdback – Property Located at 9143 E Topeka Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Dear xxx
This letter serves as formal demand for release of the $xxx escrow holdback currently being held pursuant to the post-closing repair agreement dated [insert date] concerning the property located at 9143 E Topeka Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255.
Under the terms of our agreement, Seller, xxx Properties, was provided ten (10) days post-closing to complete the specified repairs. Seller timely arranged for licensed contractors to perform the agreed-upon work and made good-faith efforts to complete all items within the allotted timeframe.
Seller was prepared to complete and/or address any remaining punch-list items; however, completion was prevented due to Buyer’s refusal to provide reasonable access to the property. Seller made multiple attempts to coordinate entry, which were denied or not accommodated. A party to a contract may not hinder or prevent performance and then rely on that prevention to claim default.
Seller has substantially performed the required repairs and remains ready, willing, and able to complete any remaining minor items upon reasonable access. Buyer’s refusal of access constitutes interference with contractual performance. Additionally, Buyer’s agent advised that access to the property was being refused and confirmed that the access code was changed on 02/24/26 at 3:12 p.m., per text message communication. Seller has reached out through the agent on more than six (6) occasions via email and text message advising that we remain willing to return and complete or re-complete any items, recognizing that construction standards and buyer expectations can sometimes vary. Despite these repeated efforts, the agent refused to respond substantively or provide access to the property.
Accordingly, Seller hereby demands immediate written authorization to escrow for release of the $15,000 holdback funds within five (5) calendar days of receipt of this letter.
If this matter is not resolved within that time, Seller will pursue all available remedies, including but not limited to initiating mediation pursuant to the Arizona Residential Purchase Contract, filing an action in Justice Court to obtain a court order directing release of funds, and seeking recovery of attorneys’ fees and costs as permitted by contract and Arizona law.
This letter is sent in good faith in an effort to resolve this matter without formal legal proceedings.
Sincerely,
xxxxx
By: __________________________
[Authorized Representative Name]