A home buyer today is well aware that they should obtain a home inspection, and if they are not, their realtor or attorney will advise them to do so. However, many home buyers, as well as many realtors and even attorneys, do not believe that it is necessary to inspect new construction. After all, what could be wrong with a new house? In fact, much can go wrong with new construction and attorneys, in particular, have a duty to advise their real estate clients to engage a competent home inspector for these types of purchases.
The attorney-client relationship creates a duty on the part of the attorney to advise his or her clients of the foreseeable risk of defects in the new construction and their option to obtain an independent inspection of the home.
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