Is the vendor living in the gaff you're moving into?
Nope. It is empty. Vendor is as keen as we are to complete.
In that case, offer to rent it until you actually complete.
Fairly common thing to do. You've exchanged contracts, so unless there's a modern miracle you're legally bound to complete.
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Is the vendor living in the gaff you're moving into?