Misrespresentation on Property Disclosure
I made on offer on a house for which the seller had indicated ''no' polybutylene plumbing on the disclosure. My $300 inspection revealed polybutylene plumbing throughout. After unsuccessful counter offerings, we could not reach agreement so the sale was terminated. Can I recoup the $300 inspection fee since I would not have pursued a property with this type of plumbing? My offer was contingent upon false statements on the disclosure.
Asked on 11/11/07, 12:18 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Riddle
Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC
Re: Misrespresentation on Property Disclosure
An inspection is a cost of doing business when purchasing a house (like gas, time off from work, etc.). Based on the wording of your post, it appears the issue did not keep you from pursuing and making an offer.
Answered on 11/11/07, 7:08 am
