Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Texas

I have noticed several homes being advertised for ridiculously low sale prices on a certain website, and after contacting the realtor, they tell me the advertised sale price is for "monthly payments", not for sale. However, the website clearly states it as "For Sale".

Could this be construed as "bait and switch" or false advertising? Would I have any case to pursue against them?

Ultimately, all I would want is to buy that house for the advertised price.

Here is one example:

http://www.homes.com/listing/159269902/368_Burnswick_Isles_Way_FRISCO_TX_75034


Asked on 3/09/12, 11:18 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ken Gober (Austin TX) Lee, Gober & Reyna

While there may be civil liability for a claim related to this apparent misconduct... think you may find it difficult and too costly to pursue such litigation (although I encourage you to seek out "consumer law attorneys" in your area).

An alternative to a civil suit may be to file a complaint with the TREC (commision that regulates realtors): http://www.trec.texas.gov/complaintsconsumer/Complaint_instructions.asp (site for info to file a complaint).

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Answered on 3/12/12, 3:57 pm


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