Contracts
In Maine, the doctrine of caveat emptor (buyer beware) has been significantly limited by:
AThe federal Fair Housing Act
BMandatory property disclosure requirements and the duty to disclose material defects✓ Correct
CZoning regulations
DThe Maine Transfer Tax Act
Explanation
While caveat emptor historically placed the burden on buyers, Maine's property disclosure requirements and the agent's duty to disclose material defects have significantly limited this doctrine in residential real estate.
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