Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

Previous owner claimed house had a new roof and it leaks

I purchased a house 2 years ago from a man who claimed that the roof was only 4 years old. It has leaked since we moved in. He came by once but really offered no help - the leaks seem to be getting worse. Is he liable?


Asked on 8/26/02, 1:17 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

Re: Previous owner claimed house had a new roof and it leaks

If the representation was in writing, you may have a claim for fraud, both against the seller and the broker. Did you have a home inspection? Was the roof included? Did the contract allow you to have an inspection? If you failed to have the roof inspected, you may be out of luck. I need more information to better reply.

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Answered on 8/26/02, 5:08 pm


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