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An exam-prep coach in Wilmington is reviewing lead-based paint and environmental disclosures. Which statement is NOT accurate under current North Carolina law?

Correct Answer

C) A seller may stay silent about known lead hazards if the property is investor-owned under current North Carolina rules

This choice is the inaccurate statement. The other three options describe the current North Carolina rule or guidance more accurately.

Answer Options
A
General environmental concerns in North Carolina practice still require attention to material facts, but the specialized lead disclosure rule has its own federal timing and paperwork.
B
Federal lead-based paint disclosure rules apply to most housing built before 1978 under current North Carolina rules
C
A seller may stay silent about known lead hazards if the property is investor-owned under current North Carolina rules
D
The lead disclosure package includes the federal warning statement and the EPA pamphlet Protect Your Family From Lead In Your Home for covered transactions.

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Related Concepts

Violating fair housing laws can lead to significant penalties, including fines, civil liability, and professional discipline.

Death on property disclosure addresses whether sellers must inform buyers about deaths that occurred on the property, including natural deaths, suicides, and murders. Requirements vary significantly by state.

Environmental hazards disclosure involves informing buyers about environmental contamination or hazards affecting or potentially affecting a property, including underground storage tanks, contaminated soil, hazardous waste, and proximity to Superfund sites.

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