Burk v. Hefley

John E. Jennings, Judge.

In April 1987, the appellants, Edmond and Lou Anne Burk, bought a house and acreage in Newton County from the appellees, Robert and Joanne Hefley for $75,000. The deed described the land as containing “19.65 acres, more or less.” When the property was surveyed, the Burks found it actually contained only 12 acres. They filed this suit to abate the purchase price for gross mistake. The chancellor found for the Hefleys. On appeal, the Burks contend that his decision was clearly erroneous. We affirm.

The applicable general rules are not in dispute. Where land is sold “in…