Environmental
A seller in Montana fails to disclose a known hazardous waste dump on their property. The buyer discovers it after closing and may pursue:
ANo legal remedy because the sale is final
BClaims against the seller for fraud, misrepresentation, or violation of disclosure laws✓ Correct
COnly a complaint with HUD
DRemedies only if the contamination was from a neighboring property
Explanation
Failure to disclose known material defects such as environmental contamination can expose the seller to claims of fraud, misrepresentation, or violation of Montana's disclosure requirements.
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