• Plumbing and electrical issues • Fire or flood damage • Pest infestations • Noise issues (especially if your neighbor is a part-time drummer) • Use of hazardous materials (like lead paint, asbestos, or meth labs—yes, it’s a checkbox in some states) • Any deaths on the property within the last three years (Not kidding.) Special Shoutout: Lead Paint If your home was built before 1978, congratulations—you’re in the Lead-Based Paint Club. Thanks to Title X, you’re legally required to: • Hand over an EPA-approved pamphlet • Disclose known lead paint hazards • Give buyers a 10-day period to conduct inspections • Sign a disclosure form • Sleep peacefully knowing you won’t be sued for triple damages Pro tip: Don't skip this. The government doesn’t mess around when it comes to lead and lawsuits.
But Wait... There's a Form for That!
Many states have an official Seller's Disclosure Form with handy checkboxes. It’s like a "How Messed Up Is My House?" BuzzFeed quiz, but legally binding. You check boxes, add some notes, sign it—and boom, you’re protected. (Kind of. Talk to a lawyer if you're unsure.) Buyers also sign to confirm they got the info. And you’ll want proof of that in case something comes crawling out of the 86
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