Environmental

Under federal law, sellers of residential properties built before 1978 must:

ARemove all lead-based paint before selling
BProvide buyers with a lead-based paint disclosure and EPA pamphlet, and allow 10 days for testing✓ Correct
CHire a certified contractor to test for lead before listing
DReduce the price to compensate for any lead hazards

Explanation

The federal Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act requires sellers and landlords of pre-1978 housing to disclose known lead-based paint hazards, provide an EPA pamphlet, and give buyers up to 10 days to conduct lead inspections. They do not have to test or remove lead.

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