How long do you have until you can''t go after the previous owners of a home?

While the statute of limitations is six years for breach of contract, there is something called a 'merger' clause, which essentially states that upon the closing, prior representations of the property's condition are merged and 'do not survive closing'. You should consult with a different attorney and review the mandatory property disclosure document and the contract of sale, along with the broker's paperwork. Gerry Wendrovsky, Esq.- Upper West Side Attorney www.upperwestsidelawyer.com