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24 2026-9

After the transfer of ownership of a second-hand house, if quality issues are discovered, can the buyer withdraw from the transaction and get a refund?

After the transfer of a second-hand house, if quality problems are discovered, the buyer can generally claim for repairs, price reductions, or compensation. If the quality problems are so severe that the house is uninhabitable, the buyer can request to withdraw from the contract. The statute of limitations for litigation is three years, so it is recommended to promptly conduct appraisals and colle...

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24 2026-9

Is the agreement to buy a house under someone else's name valid? How does the court determine its validity?

The validity of the agreement to buy a house under someone else's name depends on the actual intention and whether it circumvents the purchase restrictions. The court determines the validity based on three key factors: the agreement, the investment, and the possession. The statute of limitations is three years. It is recommended to preserve the written agreement and the transaction records of the ...

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24 2026-9

What should I do if the seller of a second-hand house breaches the contract and refuses to sell it?

If the seller of a second-hand house breaches the contract and refuses to sell, the buyer may claim for the seller to continue to perform the contract, return the deposit in double, or compensate for the price difference. The statute of limitations for such lawsuits is three years. It is recommended that the buyer preserve the evidence and sue to protect the house as soon as possible.

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24 2026-9

Can a lawyer help a seller of a second-hand house recover losses if they breach the contract?

Sellers of second-hand houses who breach the contract can claim either to continue to perform the contract or to terminate the contract and seek compensation: Articles 577 and 584 of the Civil Code support recoverable losses such as the price difference; lawyers can calculate the damages, secure evidence, and take protective measures to prevent the sale of the same house to two different buyers.

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24 2026-9

Can the lender suspend the loan if the developer fails to deliver the house on time?

If the house is not delivered on time, you cannot unilaterally stop making mortgage payments. The loan contract is independently valid, and if you stop making payments, you will be charged penalty interest and have your credit record affected. The legal way to handle this is to terminate the purchase and loan contracts, and the remaining loan will be repaid by the developer.

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24 2026-9

How can developers be held accountable for false advertising?

Developers' false advertising can lead to both civil claims and administrative reports: Article 3 of the judicial interpretation is considered an offer clause, and Article 28 of the Advertising Law defines false advertising; the right of revocation lasts for one year, and the statute of limitations is three years. It is necessary to fix the evidence as soon as possible.

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24 2026-9

Do I need to get a notarization for the transfer of property inheritance?

There is no mandatory requirement for notarization when transferring inherited property: it can be registered directly with the death certificate, materials proving the kinship relationship, and the distribution agreement among all the heirs, or handled through notarization or a court-issued effective document; disputed properties should first undergo litigation to confirm ownership rights.

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24 2026-9

When it comes to contract disputes, which is better to choose between arbitration and litigation?

There is an arbitration agreement, so the case can only be arbitrated and the arbitration decision is final. If there is no agreement, the case can go through two levels of litigation. For labor disputes, however, an exception applies: they must first go through arbitration, and the statute of limitations is one year. When signing the contract, it is necessary to clearly stipulate the dispute reso...

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24 2026-9

Do I need to hire a lawyer to handle labor arbitration?

Labor arbitration can be applied for by oneself or entrusted to a lawyer to represent; lawyers play a substantial role in providing evidence, calculating the amount of compensation, and responding to court hearings. The statute of limitations for arbitration is one year, so it is advisable to evaluate and make decisions as soon as possible.

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24 2026-9

How to choose between civil litigation and arbitration?

Arbitration is final and not subject to appeal, while litigation involves two instances and a final ruling; labor disputes must first go through arbitration, with a one-year statute of limitations. This article compares the scope of acceptance, procedures, and costs to help you choose the right path to protect your rights.

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24 2026-9

How should a company respond if an employee files a labor arbitration against them?

Within 10 days of receiving the arbitration application, the respondent shall submit a defense statement. The arbitration shall be concluded within 45 days, which may be extended by 15 days. If the evidence held by the unit is not provided, the unit shall bear the adverse consequences. If the respondent does not agree with the arbitration award, he/she shall file a lawsuit within 15 days.

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