The 2026 Reality: Why 1 in 7 Irish Sales Collapse In the current market, accepting an offer is just the start of a legal marathon. In Ireland, a "Sale Agreed" status is not legally binding for either party until contracts are signed and exchanged. Key Stat: Recent 2026 data shows that roughly 15% of transactions fall through after the booking deposit is paid. In 2026, the average time from "Sale Agreed" to "Sold" (completion) in Ireland is 12 to 16 weeks. While digital convey