Duenas v. Bence

Sognier, Judge.

Joe and Deborah Dueñas brought suit against James and Barbara Bence, Carolyn Earley, and Showcase Realty, Inc. alleging fraud and breach of contract in the sale of a residential home. The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of the Bences, Earley and Showcase Realty, and denied the Duenases’ motion for reconsideration. This appeal ensued.

The property in question was purchased in September 1980 by appellees Bences after major repairs were made to the foundation of the house to prevent the collapse of one of the walls and to stop water from leaking into the basement. The…