It is the fear of the unknown, followed by its eventual discovery, which sends people in court. This was when buyers sought rescission of the sales contract from the courts because they felt they had overpaid, or wanted a way out from their large monthly mortgage payment. Should this happen, their first attack will be against the buyer's agent followed by the home inspector. Most inspectors and agents carry Errors and Omissions insurance. However, there is usually a sizable deductible, plus the aggravation and time lost conferring with insurance attorneys.
Full disclosure is the best preventive defense.
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