Home Warranty Dispute Resolution

Summary

The enforceability of the warranty depends on the contract terms and the parties involved. Since the Mayor signed instead of the builder, he might be responsible for fulfilling the warranty. Verbal assurances and signed documents may strengthen your claim. Consulting a local attorney is advisable to understand your legal options and possibly pursue action.

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I purchased a new construction home with a *-year warranty included as part of the official sales contract. The warranty documents were mistakenly signed by the seller, who is the Mayor representing the City, instead of the builder. The builder claims he would not have provided a warranty and disassociates himself from the warranty obligations. I've documented various issues with the home needing to be addressed. I've reached out to the Mayor and the bank, which filed the warranty documents, but both are unresponsive. There were also verbal assurances regarding the warranty at the time of sale, and there is signed documentation supporting it. However, I have not been able to find legal help easily. Is the seller responsible for fulfilling the warranty due to the signature error, and whom should I pursue for resolution, given the difficulties in getting responses?
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation involving a warranty dispute. Here are some general points to consider:
- The warranty's enforceability depends on the contract terms and the parties involved.
- If the Mayor signed as the seller, he might be responsible for fulfilling the warranty.
- Verbal assurances and signed documents may strengthen your claim.
You may want to consult a local attorney for advice on pursuing legal action or mediation. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
The mayor signed in the place of the builder.
It seems you're dealing with a complicated warranty issue. Since the Mayor signed instead of the builder, it might impact who is responsible for the warranty. Consulting a local attorney is advisable to understand your legal options and possibly pursue action. Would you like to be connected with local lawyers for assistance?