On 9 May 2004 11:46:43 -0700, someone wrote:


... the lack of gutters (and
poor yard grading) was causing rain water from the roof to puddle and
become trapped next to the house...

Well, now you know what your first project will be, if you buy the
house.

seller has since responded and refuses to install the gutters, stating...

Doesn't matter what Seller is "stating", for WHATEVER reason Seller
will not install the gutters. What is the time limit on your
Inspection clause? Either exercize it within the time limit, or buy
the house as-is and install the gutters yourself. Either take the
house as is or walk. All rationalizations about what they SHOULD do
are not worth a crap.

-v