This case turns more on the patent nature of the defects, on the agent electing to represent both parties by Limited Dual Agency, and on the agent's failure to ensure her buyer client was adequately protected by having
a building inspection clause in the contract.
They will be instances where a simple
building inspection clause will not cut it, and additional protection for the buyer will be required i.e. geotechnical issues, contamination issues etc..
Not exact matches
Ensure every offer contains subject
clauses covering a) the insurability of the property, b) a property disclosure statement and c) a
building inspection.
Additional contingency
clauses might provide for customary local
inspections, such as a termite (pest control)
inspection clearance,
building code compliance, energy efficiency and radon test.