I'm reaching out for advice / referrals in what has lately been a very stressful and expensive situation for me.
Last year, I really stretched myself financially to buy my first house (in Philadelphia, near Mt Airy). Unfortunately, the seller misrepresented (flat-out lied about, in writing, in the seller's disclosure statement which is a legal document) both the history and present condition of the house. These were all things that wouldn't come up in a standard home inspection but are really starting to fall apart now.
I want to know what sort of options I have for compensation from the seller, since I'm within the statute of limitations (2 years) to seek legal action. I'm open to both free / low-cost community resources I might qualify for as well as any recommendations for Real Estate Attorneys who could help me (ideally on a contingency or even a flat-rate basis, but I can do hourly if there's no other option).
Thank you in advance!!