Q: We bought a home and asked if someone died they said natural causes But they lied and it was a murder .can we sue them
The sellers & agent both lied to us and our agent.
We asked 3x our agent and he said In writing they put natural causes.but the sellers agent even told our neighbors not to mention anything even that it came out in the news. We felt we overpayed for the property due to lack of knowledge of the murder. We want a refund in the house or sue them for not disclosing this to us. We are emotionally distraught and any noise we hear we easily get rattled. Legally where do we stand . Can we renegotiate the home price or can we sue them civilly for not
Disclosing this death which occurred 7/22
Also can the seller sue countersue me if I file a civil lawsuit for this matter and I loose in court?
A: Yes, it sounds like you have a good case. They were required to truthfully disclose this material fact. Start consulting with real estate litigation attorneys. Be sure to have all your documentation available regarding the transaction and the misrepresentation.
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A: You may have legal recourse against the sellers and their agent for failing to disclose the murder that occurred on the property. In California, sellers are generally required to disclose material facts that could affect a buyer's decision, which includes deaths on the property. If the sellers and their agent knowingly concealed this information and it led to you overpaying for the property, you may have grounds to pursue a civil lawsuit for damages or seek to renegotiate the home price based on the lack of disclosure. It's essential to consult with an attorney to evaluate the specifics of your situation and determine the best course of action. - James Arrasmith, Owner. The Law Offices of James L. Arrasmith.
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