Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania
Can I sue the previous homeowner for not disclosing information?
Items that were not disclosed in the seller's disclosure are the problems with the cesspool, pipes freezing, and a roof leak. All items probably have cost me $15,000 in the last 3 months. Do I have any legal recourse?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Can I sue the previous homeowner for not disclosing information?
Your rights are determined by how long ago you bought the house and what was disclosed in the Seller's Property Disclosure Statement.
Also, if you had a home inspection that showed the issues with which you are having a problem, it depends on what happened as a result. If you did not request repairs, or even if you requested repairs, if you completed settlement without the seller making those repairs, you may not be able to make a claim.
You should ask a real estate lawyer in your local area to review your agreement of sale and all other documents relating to your purchase to help determine if you have any claims.
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