>>However.. I can't remember exactly what the small print said, but I was under the impression it just had to be 'sale agreed' before Xmas.. if it completed in the New Year then you'd still be entitled?<< I cannot remember the full wording either, but think you have it right. Could it really be the case though that, if you and Buyer A agree the sale/purchase before Christams, then Buyer A backs out in January but you subsequently agree and complete a sale to Buyer B in February, then there will still be no commission payable? :))