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“Caveat Emptor” – AKA: Buyer Beware – in Fine Print

real estate agreement with an "as is" caveat emptor being slid across a table.

What Does “Caveat Emptor” Mean in a Real Estate Agreement? A common question I receive from purchasers is regarding who is responsible for the repair costs if something is not working on the date of closing. For example, an appliance, the heating/air conditioning system, the electrical system, or the roof. Buyers ultimately want to know…