Mrcprc
Home Buyer
Connecticut

I would like to discuss a matter of CT dual representation.

My mother, who lives in Farmington, is 77 years old. She is an immigrant, has poor command of English, has little ability to read and understand contracts, and is also hard of hearing.

She signed a contract recently to purchase a condo in West Hartford and put down $5000. She does not have a RE agent working solely on her behalf, or a RE attorney.

I have not read the contract yet; however, from my (difficult to comprehend) discussions with her, I believe that the seller’s realtor may be practicing dual representation.

A few days ago, she provided the bank with her completed loan application.

I believe that my mother has little comprehension of the paperwork she signed, and that the seller and his realtor are taking advantage of her lack of comprehension as well as her general temerity.

What is her recourse in backing out of the contract?

I would appreciate any input.