Wilda v. Mancha (In Re Mancha)

OPINION

ASHLAND, Bankruptcy Judge:

INTRODUCTION

Harry C. and Joan D. Wilda appeal from a judgment of the bankruptcy court setting aside the forfeiture of debtors’ home. In re Mancha, 21 B.R. 497 (Bkrtcy.Ariz.1982).

On June 15, 1970 the Wildas as sellers and the Manchas as buyers executed escrow instructions with Yavapai Title Company for the sale of a residence at 435 Lincoln Avenue, Prescott, Arizona. The escrow instructions listed the address of the Manchas as 429V2 Lincoln Avenue, Prescott, Arizona, their then current address. On July 16, 1970 a contract for conveyance of real property was…