What if the Neighbor Condos Have Them Too?

It’s usually not the responsibility of the condominium association to eliminate the infestation; however, bed bugs can move from one unit to another through adjoining walls, electrical wiring, and plumbing. Once they reach that common area then the condominium association will need to eliminate the bugs, notify unit owners, and require them to treat their living space.

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What Happens if I Don’t Disclose But Knew They Were There?

In some states, bed bugs are not a disclosure that is required by law. However, if you live in a state where it is, there can be some serious consequences in not disclosing a bed bug infestation. The most common is canceling the purchase. Some buyers put a contract in place that includes contingencies to give them a way out of a purchase agreement without losing any money by requiring a return... read more?

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