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Robert and Susan are purchasing a resale condominium unit in Manchester, New Hampshire. Their agent tells them they have a 5-day right to rescind the purchase agreement after receiving the condominium documents, just like buyers of new condominiums. Is the agent's statement accurate under RSA 356-B?

Correct Answer

B) No, the 5-day rescission right under RSA 356-B applies only to buyers of newly constructed condominiums receiving a Public Offering Statement, not resale units.

Under RSA 356-B (the NH Condominium Act), the 5-day rescission right is specifically tied to the receipt of a Public Offering Statement, which is required only for new condominium sales by a developer. Resale condominium buyers do not receive a Public Offering Statement and therefore do not have the statutory 5-day rescission right under RSA 356-B. The agent's statement incorrectly applies a new condominium protection to a resale transaction.

Answer Options
A
Yes, the 5-day rescission right under RSA 356-B applies to all condominium purchases, both new and resale.
B
No, the 5-day rescission right under RSA 356-B applies only to buyers of newly constructed condominiums receiving a Public Offering Statement, not resale units.
C
Yes, but only if the condominium association has not been fully established and the buyer has not previously owned a condominium.
D
No, the rescission right for condominium purchases in NH is 3 days, consistent with the federal right of rescission under TILA.

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