Real Estate Property Disclosure Review Guide
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Create a property disclosure review guide for buyer client reviewing seller disclosures for [address].

Property details:
- Address: [address]
- Property age: [year built]
- State: [state — disclosure laws vary]
- Buyer representation: [yes — your agent]

DISCLOSURE REVIEW GUIDE

WHAT DISCLOSURES ARE
- Legal requirement for sellers to reveal known defects
- Varies significantly by state
- Protects buyer and seller
- Not a home inspection — only what seller knows

REVIEW PROCESS
- Read every page carefully
- Do not skim — every word matters
- Note anything marked yes or unknown
- Ask questions about all disclosed items
- Compare to your observations at showing

RED FLAGS TO INVESTIGATE FURTHER

WATER AND MOISTURE
☐ Any history of water intrusion
☐ Basement or crawl space flooding
☐ Roof leaks — past or present
☐ Plumbing issues or repairs
☐ Mold — present or remediated

STRUCTURAL
☐ Foundation issues or repairs
☐ Settling or movement
☐ Any major structural repairs
☐ Retaining wall issues

SYSTEMS
☐ HVAC age and repairs
☐ Electrical system issues
☐ Plumbing system age and issues
☐ Water heater age
☐ Appliance issues

ENVIRONMENTAL
☐ Lead paint (pre-1978 homes)
☐ Asbestos
☐ Radon testing results
☐ Underground storage tanks
☐ Soil contamination
☐ Pest infestation history

LEGAL AND NEIGHBOR
☐ Easements on property
☐ Boundary disputes
☐ HOA violations
☐ Permit history and open permits
☐ Neighbor disputes
☐ Noise issues
☐ Pending assessments

ACTION ITEMS AFTER REVIEW
- Items to ask seller about: [list]
- Items to inspect specifically: [list]
- Specialists to hire: [structural/environmental]
- Deal breakers identified: [list if any]

Note: Disclosure reviews should be discussed with your buyer's agent and attorney in applicable states

Source: https://promptzyo.com/prompt/real-estate-property-disclosure-review-guide