Har syftet att stärka konsumentskyddet uppnåtts i och med införlivandet av Fastighetsmäklarlag (2011:666)? : 8, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 och 29 §§ FML

Sammanfattning: The purpose of this thesis is to investigate the new real estate brokerage Act and to see whether the main intent, to strengthen the consumer protection, has been fulfilled through the implementation of the 2011 Act. The real estate agent legislation is made to protect both the buyer and seller throughout the property transaction. Although the intent is to protect the consumer, it is not unusual that disputes arises. To avoid disputes concerning the property transaction, the 2011 legislation opens up for greater transparency in the mediation process. The protection for the consumer has been considerably stronger since the 2011 legislation was implemented. The author is of the opinion that some minor modifications would further enhance consumer protection