Defective New Homes

Alliff Benjamin Suhaimi, Partner, Thomas Philip

27-Nov-24 09:30

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Every so often, we see reports of homeowners complaining of defects after collecting the keys to their new home. These defects range from minor fixes to major structural repairs. As for the final product, there have also been complaints of units that look nothing like what they saw in sales showrooms. So, what legal recourse is there for a buyer caught in such situations. Natalie Tan will be speaking with Alliff Benjamin Suhaimi, Partner at the law firm Thomas Philip, to find out more about the laws that protect property owners.

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