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Expert: John McKenna, CMI - 1/3/2011


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We have just purchased a condo November2010, occupation 1st Dec. We had the condo painted, and our painter told us there was mould in the air vents. On further investigation, there had been a study  had been done in 2008 regarding the mould problem. Our sellers were aware of this as they were the owners in 2008. Random checks were done in the building, and one of the condos inspected was the one that we have just bought. A report was given, and on the scale from 1 to 10(10) being the worst, this condo got a 10 rating. It was then advised that all owners had to rectify this matter. There was no discloser in the status certificate about the mould. If this had been brought to our attention, we would certainly not have bought in this building as we are elderly. If we had not the condo painted, we would have been unaware of this potential health hazed. As there was non disclosure by the sellers, I feel that our rights have been violated. Have we got any recourse? We are new immigrants to Canada, and on a limited budget.   Many thanks

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You need to get away from toxic  mould (mold) and contact a qualified attorney ASAP.  That means now.  This issue should have been disclosed to you before your purchased.

Get a licensed mould (mold) inspection done right away.  Don't delay as this may affect your health.

John McKenna, CMI
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I can answer your question about home inspections and the hidden aspects of of the industry. I own American Home Inspection for east Texas and am a Certified Master Inspector. Sometimes there are questions about buying and selling a home that a qualified and honest home inspector can answer. Many people are led to believe incomplete information about repair items and make costly mistakes when they respond. If you do not know enough information or know what to ask, you can buy a nightmare instead of a home. Is your home inspector working for you or the Realtor? Is the owner of the home telling the truth? How do you make sure the contractor who makes repairs will do it right? Is the Realtor moving too fast and causing a person to make hasty choices? What are some of the things the Realtor does not want you to know? What you discover after you are the owner of the home and then decide to sell? What type of box can the home inspector put you in when the new buyer is now inspecting your home? What can you do if the home inspector was negligent? How do you prepare for a home inspection? What should you do with the home inspection report at the negotiating table? What are the signs of sheeple being led to the slaughter? Why do some realtors hate the "deal killer" home inspector? What type of action can you take now to protect yourself from law suite after someone buys your home? When is something a minor or major problem? What are the most common problems found in a home inspection? What can you do to prepare for a home inspection? What questions can you ask the home inspector so you choose the right one? The list goes on and on... "The truth will make you free"

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Over 25 years experience in construction and board certified as a Certified Master Inspector. Licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission as a Professional Home Inspector (TREC #4565) and Certified by the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI).

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Certified Master Inspector (CMI) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) Licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC #4565)
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