This works but is even easier if you have the slow time shout . As soon as you click OK to purchase , cancel out of the conversation , hit the shout , turn to the nearest container and store all your gold . Once you see the notice that you have the key , just take your gold back . This also works for all the house decorations too , if you have the patience for it . Just remember to be standing right next to a container when talking to the person . Also keep in mind that this requires you to have enough gold as if you were going to buy it . But I have done this trick with almost every house or land plot and it works every time . Just save right before you start the conversation in case you aren ' t quick enough .