when buying a home on land contract are the current owners reponsible for anyone who get’s hurt on the property if we have home owners insurance?
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when buying a home on land contract are the current owners reponsible for anyone who get’s hurt on the property if we have home owners insurance?
Asked on June 10, 2009 under Real Estate Law, New York
Answers:
J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
The current owners of land usually get homeowner's insurance to cover them for damages/injuries to the property. Untill title passes to the new owners the current owner should keep their policy current to protect them from unforeseen incidents. Whoever is on title to the property at the time of the accident is responsible for the injuries.
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