Re: Nondisclosure by seller & negligent inspector?

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On 7/09/08, Nathan wrote:
> I purchased a townhome in December of 2006 from an elderly
> couple in northwest Florida. The property was inspected by
> an inspector through my real estate agent. The inspection
> reported no significant defects to the property. Many
> months later my neighbor informs me of a settlement issue
> affecting my our row of townhomes. According to my
> neighbor, this problem has been known for several years.
He
> then pointed out the visible signs of the settlement along
> his property and mine. He said that he was aware of the
> issue when he purchased his home several years ago. The
> cost of re-setting the foundation will likely be between
> $17-25,000. Would I be able to sue the sellers, inspector,
> both?
How many times will our credit be looked at before our home
closing date? Do they also check the credit a few days
before closing too? thank you so much:)