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In reply to Reload8098 • 8:32p, 4/30/25

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Reload8098 said:
But she lied on the disclosure about a pump and lied about pulling permits. How anyone can think they are up to code when you have to run an extension cord to a sump pump is beyond reason, at least in my opinion.

How long did she own the home before you purchased?

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In reply to Marvin_Zindler • 9:36p, 4/30/25

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3 years. We have the listing pics from when she bought the house. Its obvious this is her handy work. So right now we've shutdown the kitchen sink, dishwasher etc. and won't be using our washing machine either until the piping is fixed.

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11:36p, 4/30/25

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As a lawyer...and assuming you are going to file a lawsuit on this (and you're not my client) I would suggest you not share too much more on this tread, as all of this is discoverable.

You know the issue. You know the alleged misrepresentation/active omission of fact. You will need to find out how much the fix will cost. Let your lawyer handle it from there.

If you were my client, I would advise you to stop posting on TexAgs about this issue.

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1:30a, 5/1/25

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Thank you, done. Where do you practice?

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In reply to Tango.Mike • 9:37a, 5/1/25

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Is Texas a caveat emptor state? Have bought houses in other states where seller blatantly lied on disclosure, but those states' laws make it virtually impossible to win any judgment

Pretty sure caveat emptor does not apply to fraud and deception from the seller. They can stay silent and fail to disclose, but they cannot lie when specifically asked for information and knowing hide damage, defects, violations, or anything material that would affect the sale. You can absolutely win a judgement for that, even in caveat emptor states.

If she wasn't actually tied into city sewer, had a hidden, undisclosed pump and buried, unprotected electrical cord to power it, and failed to disclose it when specifically asked about pumps on a legal disclosure, that's absolutely material information and fraudulent representation.

Regardless, Texas is also not a caveat emptor state. Lying on the disclosure opens you to all kinds of liability and could even be a reason to void the sale. If I were OP, I'd sue this ***** into the ground.

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10:41a, 5/1/25

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Grey water discharge line, right?

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In reply to ABATTBQ11 • 4:26p, 5/1/25

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Thanks for the feedback ABATTBQ11. I chose a plumber to fix everything to code. It's going to be just under $10k. We're going to do what we need to. I can't stand a fraudulent person.

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In reply to Marvin_Zindler • 4:34a, 5/4/25

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Marvin_Zindler said:
As a lawyer...and assuming you are going to file a lawsuit on this (and you're not my client) I would suggest you not share too much more on this tread, as all of this is discoverable.

You know the issue. You know the alleged misrepresentation/active omission of fact. You will need to find out how much the fix will cost. Let your lawyer handle it from there.

If you were my client, I would advise you to stop posting on TexAgs about this issue.

As a poster on TexAgs, my recommendation is to ignore what "not your lawyer" says and keep the rest of us informed.

***Note the oozing sarcasm above***

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In reply to Kenneth_2003 • 5:08a, 5/4/25

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Kenneth_2003 said:
Marvin_Zindler said:
As a lawyer...and assuming you are going to file a lawsuit on this (and you're not my client) I would suggest you not share too much more on this tread, as all of this is discoverable.

You know the issue. You know the alleged misrepresentation/active omission of fact. You will need to find out how much the fix will cost. Let your lawyer handle it from there.

If you were my client, I would advise you to stop posting on TexAgs about this issue.

As a poster on TexAgs, my recommendation is to ignore what "not your lawyer" says and keep the rest of us informed.

***Note the oozing sarcasm above***

Sarcasm noted. Rest assured after the ordeal is over, including any legal action, I'll be candid.

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