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MN SF411

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2013

Primary Sponsor

David Dibble

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Origin

Senate

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Amends recording requirement for contracts for deed to exempt sellers from penalty if purchaser fails to record when seller has not provided a copy in recordable form.

  • Creates new disclosure notice requirement for "multiple sellers" (those who have acted as seller in 4+ residential contracts for deed within 12 months) to deliver a standardized "Important Information About Contracts for Deed" notice to purchasers.

  • Requires 5 business day waiting period between delivery of notice and execution of contract for deed, with notice affixed to purchase agreement if one exists.

  • Grants purchasers private right of action against multiple sellers for failure to timely deliver notice, with damages of at least $2,500 plus attorney fees, or triple damages if violation is knowing.

  • Allows purchasers to cancel purchase agreements within 5 business days of receiving notice if multiple seller failed to timely deliver it, with full refund of payments and no penalties.

  • Effective August 1, 2013 for new contract for deed transactions.

Legislative Description

Contracts for deed regulations modifications

Last Action

General Orders: Stricken and returned to author

5/19/2013

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/13/2013

Full Bill Text

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