Q: I purchased a 1971 mobile home in October 2019 October. I started having major problems right away
Roof leaking . Kitchen cabinets falling in. Bathroom plumbing backed up. Kitchen sink leaking which took 5 times to fix. Ceiling leaks in bedroom, bathroom, and smaller bedroom, and around the front door. I was told the house was worked on by professionals, yet when I tried to get information from the former owner, he never returned my calls. I texted the real estate agent and do not get any response. They obviously do not want to talk to me. I had an inspection done, belatedly, and based on the inspection, the house should never have been sold. There are structural issues. I did contact several contractors to come and see what they would have to do.. Prices in the $20 thousand area.. I did get the roof temporarily fixed just a month ago.. I am 77 yrs old. My income is limited. The sad part is that the seller of this house had purchased it in May for $12,000. Did some minor fixups, paint,
plumbing, etc.. Then resold the house to me for $48,000. I am sick about this.. !!
A:
I recommend you contact the Oregon Dept. of Justice's Consumer Protection hotline at 503-378-4320 or toll-free in Oregon at 877-877-9392.
As you've learned, inspections should always be done before purchasing.
Because you are low income Legal Aid Services of Oregon may be able to assist you. Go to this website to find a location near you: https://lasoregon.org/services/
Best of luck to you!
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