How long can a buyer sue a Pennsylvania seller over undisclosed defects?

Section 7311 of Title 68 says a buyer's damages for a violation of the disclosure law are limited to actual damages suffered. It also sets a two-year statute of limitations measured from the date of settlement. The two years are not a promise that a claim is safe after that time under every other legal theory, so ask an attorney about related claims.

Sections 7309 and 7310 say sellers and agents have no liability for errors they did not know about, and an agent is protected unless the agent had actual knowledge of an undisclosed material defect. Section 7308 says a seller need not investigate. These rules protect honest sellers who answered truthfully based on what they knew.

Trouble comes from knowing about a defect and hiding it. Conflicting statements, repairs painted over and refusal to answer questions can all feed a claim. Keep invoices and photos. If you were unsure, say you were unsure instead of guessing.

Answer each question on the form honestly. Update the buyer if facts change. Keep a closing file for several years. This page is general information and not legal advice. A Pennsylvania real estate attorney can explain how your facts fit the statute. Questions about whether a claim is still open belong with a lawyer. Deadlines can differ by the type of claim, and this page cannot say how a court would treat a particular dispute.

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