{"id":10007,"date":"2020-10-23T13:34:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-23T13:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legallogik.com\/?page_id=10007"},"modified":"2020-10-23T13:58:00","modified_gmt":"2020-10-23T13:58:00","slug":"hidden-defects-academy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/legallogik.com\/hidden-defects-academy\/","title":{"rendered":"Hidden Defects Academy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Hidden Defects Academy&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%231e73be&#8221;]<style>.ld_spacer_660d0eab3e08f{height:35px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"ld-empty-space ld_spacer_660d0eab3e08f\"><span class=\"liquid_empty_space_inner\"><\/span><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; align=&#8221;text-center&#8221;][vc_video link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=BXm-si7jM3E&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;What Is A Hidden Defect?&#8221; 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font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%235b5b5b&#8221;][vc_wp_text]<\/p>\n<p>Any flaw or defect in an immovable property resulting from inferior design, deterioration, or a construction mistake made prior to sale, whether intentional or not.<\/p>\n<p>Existed at the time of the transaction<br \/>\nIs not apparent in plain site and often cannot be noticed by a simple inspection<br \/>\nAffects the quality and value of a property<br \/>\nPrevents the occupant from normal use (or enjoyment) of the property<br \/>\nThe buyer does not know about it and could not have reasonably suspected it prior to the transaction<\/p>\n<p>Had the buyer known of the defect, he or she would not have bought the affected property or, if he had, would have paid significantly less.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_wp_text]\n\t\t<\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-content -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-foot\"><\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-foot -->\n\n\t<\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-inner -->\n<\/div><!-- \/#modal-box.lqd-modal -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<!-- Modal Body -->\n<div id=\"ensavoirplus2\" class=\"lqd-modal lity-hide\">\n\n\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-head\"><\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-head -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-content\">\n\n\t\t\t[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Examples of Hidden Defect?&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%235b5b5b&#8221;][vc_wp_text]<\/p>\n<p>Cracks in the foundation<br \/>\nPlumbing or drainage problems<br \/>\nInadequate wiring, plumbing, heating or cooling<br \/>\nMould in the walls or ceilings (or anywhere for that matter)<br \/>\nInfestation (vermin, pests, etc.)<br \/>\nSuicide or violent death<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_wp_text]\n\t\t<\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-content -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-foot\"><\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-foot -->\n\n\t<\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-inner -->\n<\/div><!-- \/#modal-box.lqd-modal -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<!-- Modal Body -->\n<div id=\"ensavoirplus3\" class=\"lqd-modal lity-hide\">\n\n\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-head\"><\/div><!-- \/.lqd-modal-head -->\n\t\t<div class=\"lqd-modal-content\">\n\n\t\t\t[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Parties to the real estate transaction&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%235b5b5b&#8221;][vc_wp_text]<\/p>\n<p>Obligations of The Seller<\/p>\n<p>The law binds the seller of a property to:<\/p>\n<p>Complete the mandatory form entitled<br \/>\nDeclarations by the Seller of the immovable<\/p>\n<p>Inform buyers about any defects they are aware of to allow buyers to determine:<\/p>\n<p>The actual value of a home<\/p>\n<p>The defects that may reduce its value, allowing them ask for a reduced price<\/p>\n<p>The cost of any necessary repairs or renovations<\/p>\n<p>By law, the seller cannot:<\/p>\n<p>Fail to disclose to the buyer anything that may affect the value of the property<\/p>\n<p>Exaggerate to encourage the buyer to buy on better terms, such as for a higher price<\/p>\n<p>Obligations of the Inspector<\/p>\n<p>Review the seller declaration<\/p>\n<p>Careful visual examination of:<\/p>\n<p>All systems<\/p>\n<p>Visible and accessible components<\/p>\n<p>Elements to inspect:<\/p>\n<p>Provides a detailed written report of findings:<\/p>\n<p>Photographs<\/p>\n<p>Indications of any defects observed, especially those that require:<\/p>\n<p>Urgent or major repair work<\/p>\n<p>More in-depth expert opinion<\/p>\n<p>Structure of the property<\/p>\n<p>Land<\/p>\n<p>Cladding<\/p>\n<p>Doors and windows<\/p>\n<p>Roofing<\/p>\n<p>Plumbing<\/p>\n<p>Electricity<\/p>\n<p>Heating<\/p>\n<p>Ventilation<\/p>\n<p>Air conditioning<\/p>\n<p>Obligations of the broker:<\/p>\n<p>Recommend to the buyer that he or she have a home inspection done<\/p>\n<p>Identify the client<\/p>\n<p>Identify any other party not represented by a real estate broker<\/p>\n<p>Verify all documents related to the property (Act of Sale, Hypothec (a.k.a. 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