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Is there an obligation to have an immovable property inspected before the sale?

No, the Civil Code of Quebec does not provide for such an obligation. However, it requires from the purchaser that he behaves in a careful and diligent manner. Caselaw has interpreted this concept in the following manner: It is strongly recommended to the potential purchaser to proceed to a succinct and careful examination of the immovable property and be alert for potential latent defects which can affect the immovable property. In this sense, a pre-purchase inspection made by a professional could respect this condition.

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