So, check this out – yesterday, June 30th, Mom went ahead and closed the deal on selling Grandma’s old house. Fast forward to today, July 1st, and the new homeowner hits us up saying there’s a leaky roof situation that needs fixing. Hold up a sec, though. The thing is, even though the house changed hands yesterday, it’s been chilling empty for a whole month. Grandma got settled in her new pad a month back, and the new homeowner is only just moving in now. And, get this, it’s been pouring down with rain for most of that month. Here’s the kicker – there weren’t any leaks before Grandma moved out, so it seems like it sprouted while the place was unoccupied.
Mom spilled the beans that the new homeowner didn’t bother sending anyone to inspect the place because they paid in cash. So, here come the burning questions: 1) Are we on the hook for this leaky roof situation at all? 2) Mom offered to get someone over to check it out. If it turns out to be a quick fix, she’s down to foot the bill for it. But, here’s the real head-scratcher – if we’re not legally responsible but still decide to cover a small repair, could that decision come back to haunt us later on? Can’t thank you all enough for any advice you can throw our way – seriously, it means the world to us!