Date: Sat, 16 Oct 2004 16:56:52 -0500
From: gary 
Newsgroups: misc.consumers.house
Subject: Re: Home Inspection Troubles - Advice Needed

Starscream_1977 wrote:
>>You do realize that your real estate agent is not about to hire an 
>>inspector that might screw up the deal, don't you?
>>
>>You should have hired your own inspector.
>>
>>Bet you are up the proverbial creek. And the only paddle available will 
>>be an attorney.
>>
>>Sorry,
>>Gary
> 
> 
> Thanks for the advice.  Guess we'll be more careful next time we put
> our trust in a real estate agent.  So, in your opinion, who would be
> liable? The seller for not disclosing or the inspector for messing
> such an obvious structural problem?

I am not an attorney nor did I ever play one on TV...I have more 
self-respect. :->

Probably depends on the state and the laws regarding disclosure. Have 
you read the report that the inspector provided? I am sure there is some 
type of caveat that exempts them from any more than returning your money.

In all honesty, this is where you need to consult a real estate 
attorney. Don't rely on this or any newsgroup for any more than opinions.

And I will say not all agents are questionable, but when you think about 
it, it is sorta like letting the fox guard the hen house.

Gary