Contracts
A buyer in Utah receives the Seller's Property Condition Disclosure. If the seller fails to disclose a known material defect, the buyer may:
AHave no recourse after closing
BSue for rescission or damages after closing upon discovering the undisclosed defect✓ Correct
COnly report the seller to the Utah UDRE
DVoid the contract only within the due diligence period
Explanation
If a Utah seller knowingly fails to disclose a material defect, the buyer can pursue legal remedies after closing—including rescission of the contract or damages. The statute of limitations begins when the buyer discovers (or should have discovered) the defect.
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