That is a shame.. is it possible to have a clause in the contract that states all appliances are in working condition and should be in the same working condition when the tenant moves out.

They came out, and after 15 minutes, reasoned that the problem was a pre-existing condition--meaning they were not responsible b/c it had not broke during the time of the policy.

Neighbor complaint forced research of former owners/affadavits of continuous occupancy since 1970 to satisfy local zoning folks....plus lawyer fees to make the necessary calls.

I'd go straight to my lawyer and talk to them on this one.

As far as the lawyer we hired to do this we feel it was a good investment for we learned a lot and will keep the current contract in our records for future comparisons.

The demand is a result of subsidies for corporate mega-farms and produce grown overseas under God-knows-what kind of conditions, both of which have contributed to the demise of the independent farmer.

No one advises a survey to be gotten or ordered, no termite letter is required by lenders anymore...if the consumer doesn't pick up the latest realtor association contract they're at the mercy of the seller or their lawyer (who may not have an up to date contract)

you should talk to a lawyer about the loans.Stuart Mordfin CPAwww.mordfin.com

If it's older, what condition is it in?

Than obtain a Lawyer to create Will or go to a book store to learn how.