Selling a House with a Mezuzah

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Question

I bought a second-hand apartment, and we did not discuss the mezuzahs at all. Is the seller obligated to leave the mezuzahs for me for free as part of the deal, or do I need to pay for them according to the obligation of residence?

Answer

Hello,
Since it was not discussed in advance, we follow the one who is in possession.
Therefore, if the buyer has already moved into the apartment, the mezuzahs remain with the buyer. If not, they belong to the seller.

Source

According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Avraham Fried, shlita

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