There should be more guys like this in the world

Discussion in 'The Buying & Selling Process' started by TMNT, 14th Jan, 2017.

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  1. TMNT

    TMNT Well-Known Member

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    who also happens to be a good friend of mine


    recently sold his home at auction, circa 1.5m

    settlement standard period

    2 weeks before settlement
    - hot water system dies
    - pool solar heater pump dies
    - landscaping all destroyed due to the flash flooding in melb recently

    legally not his responsbility, (apparently)

    he just paid $11k to fix it all up for the new owner as a sign of good gesture
     
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  2. Joynz

    Joynz Well-Known Member

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    My understanding is that the house needs to be in the same condition at handover as when purchased.

    In my handover inspection in Melbourne I noticed a hole in one of the doors and a window pane that was now Perspex instead of glass.

    Both fixed by the vendor with no issues.

    I would expect the heating etc to be a similar case.
     
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    380 Well-Known Member

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    depends if it goes to auction not necessarily the case buy as is.
     
  4. Joynz

    Joynz Well-Known Member

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    This is what consumer.vic says: Property settlement - buying property - Consumer Affairs Victoria

    Pre-settlement property inspection

    Buyers are entitled to inspect at any reasonable time during the week before settlement. You can contact the agent to arrange this inspection.

    The contract of sale requires the seller to hand over the property in the same condition as when it was sold. If, during the final pre-settlement inspection, you find that something is damaged or not working as it was on the day the property was sold, you can request a repair.

    Make a list of the things you need to check from the notes you made about the property during your pre-purchase inspections. Check all the items listed in the contract are there and in the right condition.
     
  5. Tex Charisma

    Tex Charisma New Member

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    He isn't a good bloke, just abiding by the contract he signed
     
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