Environmental
In NJ, a seller's disclosure of an 'in-ground fuel oil tank that was tested and found to contain no contamination' satisfies disclosure requirements but the buyer should still:
AAccept the statement without further inquiry
BRequest copies of the testing documentation and consider independent testing if the documentation is inadequate✓ Correct
COnly rely on the inspector's visual examination
DAssume the statement is legally binding
Explanation
Even with a seller's disclosure of testing, buyers should request and review actual documentation (soil boring logs, lab results, closure letter) to independently verify the claim. Tank testing methodologies and coverage vary; proper documentation protects the buyer.
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