GENERAL INFORMATION:
The information provided in the property description, prospectus, and other informational materials is primarily based on information provided by the seller. Some essential information is also obtained from the land registry. This information is only verified by the real estate agent if circumstances warrant it. Buyers/prospective buyers are urged to verify this information as well as other information relevant to the purchase of the property.

OBLIGATION TO INVESTIGATE, ETC:
Basis for the distribution of responsibility;
According to the Swedish Land Code, the property must correspond to what has been agreed upon between the parties and not deviate from what the buyer could reasonably have expected at the time of purchase. In addition, it is purchased in the condition it is actually in on the contract date, and the buyer, in order to secure themselves, must conduct a thorough examination of the property. For such defects or damages that the buyer had the opportunity to discover or had reason to expect due to the age and condition of the property, the seller cannot be held responsible. However, the seller is liable for hidden defects, i.e., defects in the property that the buyer could not have discovered, regardless of whether the seller was aware of the defects or not. The seller's liability for hidden defects in the property is valid for 10 years.

Buyer's obligation to investigate:
The starting point is that the buyer must investigate the property, which is often referred to as the buyer's obligation to investigate. The demands on the buyer's investigation are extensive. The property must be examined in all its parts and functions. If possible, the buyer must also inspect attic spaces, crawl spaces, and other difficult-to-access areas. Special attention should be paid to moisture damage (especially in the basement and attic), rot damage, damage to water and sewage systems, cracks in the facade and foundation walls, and chimney stacks.
If the buyer discovers defects or symptoms of defects in the property during their investigation, or if the property is in such a condition that defects can be suspected, the buyer's obligation to investigate becomes more stringent.
The information provided by the seller also affects the extent of the obligation to investigate. For example, if the seller informs the buyer of a suspected defect, it can serve as a warning signal that should prompt a more thorough investigation by the buyer. On the other hand, the buyer should not have to investigate parts of the property for which the seller has made explicit representations or warranties, provided that these are not too general.
Finally, the buyer should keep in mind that the seller is not responsible for defects and deficiencies that the buyer should have anticipated or "expected" given the age, price, condition, and use of the property. Therefore, the buyer should tailor their investigation accordingly. If the purchase is for a used house, the buyer must consider that certain parts and functions may have been subject to wear and tear and may need replacement or renovation due to age.

Hiring a building inspector:
The Swedish Land Code assumes that the buyer should be able to fulfill their basic obligation to investigate on their own in most cases, and it is not a requirement to hire an expert for this. However, most buyers choose to hire a building inspector or other expert, which is recommended if they do not have specific building technical knowledge. The same applies if the buyer initially inspects the property themselves and discovers symptoms of defects that are difficult to assess. As mentioned above, the buyer must investigate the property in all its parts and functions. Therefore, it is important when hiring an expert to pay attention to the scope of the inspection. Typically, such an inspection does not cover certain parts of the property, such as electrical installations, plumbing, chimneys, etc., so the