It’s standard practice for home sellers to freshen up their property prior to listing it on the market. A fresh coat of paint, new floors, or new light fixtures increase the value and marketability of a home. But sometimes these seemingly honest updates are done with the intentions of covering something up.

That’s why it’s crucial for homebuyers to always request a property disclosure statement. Seller’s are obligated to disclose any known defects to a potential buyer by way of this two page document. From zoning and water rights to plumbing, roofing, and structural damage, a property disclosure statement is designed to protect the buyer against a future of regret. Continue reading →