Will I win?
2007-07-11 10:32:23 · 20 answers · asked by Huynh T 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Some states require that to be disclosed but most don't. CA requires notification if the death was within 3 years and the landlord or seller has actual knowledge of the death.
On the issue of provable damages, however, it's going to be a very long stretch, unless the body is still in the house and it's the seller's child...
2007-07-11 10:47:21 · answer #1 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all states require that a person that has died in a house be disclosed. If that was the case there probably be no houses sold as a result of someone dying in a house.
California require that a person be informed if some one is killed in a house.
What difference does it make if someone has died in the house? Are you being haunted by the little boy? Does he come out and play in the backyard, or is he stealing your children toys?
Are you just one of those that is looking for a reason to sue someone for big bucks.
I hope this has been of some use to you, good luck.
"FIGHT ON"
2007-07-11 11:28:11 · answer #2 · answered by loanmasterone 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the laws in your state, but some states do require that death by murder must be disclosed to the new buyer. If the person died of natural causes, or even suicide, then you don't have to disclose that. But if the death is by murder then you do have to disclose it. You should ask a separate real estate agent who was not part of the transaction what the law is in your state. That way, you will get an accurate answer.
2007-07-11 10:55:55 · answer #3 · answered by Tazer Tag 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check the laws for your area, but in the area where I live this is something that is not required to be disclosed to new buyers. So, probably not (hey, if thats the law where you are then at least you don't have to disclose it either if you want to move).
FYI, easiest way to check this may be to call up a real estate agent where you are. A good one will be well aware of what the local law is regarding this.
2007-07-11 10:37:01 · answer #4 · answered by Slumlord 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In my state (SC)
No cause of action may arise against an owner of real estate or licensed real estate agent of any party to a transaction for failure to disclose in a transaction that the death of an occupant of a property has occurred or the manner of the death
I got this from the SC Code of Real Estate Laws.
2007-07-11 11:06:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would you win? What is your platform? Why are you filing the lawsuit?
The seller was in no obligation to tell you that information as it has nothing to do with the value of the house. They have to tell if you the basement floods or if there has been termite damage but murders or deaths? Nope.
2007-07-11 10:35:49 · answer #6 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the state you're in.
In CA they must disclose that information when you buy a house.
Ask a realtor in your state and continue from there.
2007-07-11 10:39:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. That is not a reason for a law suit. The owners did not have to tell you about it.
2007-07-11 10:35:44 · answer #8 · answered by notyou311 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is for you and everyone else who wants to file lawsuits for everything that doesn't go "their way". Simply ask yourself, "Have I been damaged in some way?" If the answer is "NO", then you don't have basis for a lawsuit.
2007-07-11 14:59:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No you won't win. People die in houses all the time. It's natural. It shouldn't keep you from enjoying your new home. Just enjoy and fergedaboudit !!!!!
2007-07-11 10:38:15 · answer #10 · answered by Diana 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋