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Texas has some of the most buyer-friendly disclosure rules in the country, and the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) regulates which forms and notices must be provided in a transaction. The exact set depends on the property and the type of transaction, but these are the disclosures most commonly involved in a San Antonio or Hill Country home sale.
In most residential resale transactions, Texas law requires sellers to complete a Seller's Disclosure Notice describing the condition of the property, including known defects and system issues. The specific form and requirements depend on the transaction, and your seller or listing agent will provide the applicable disclosure before closing.
Texas law requires brokers and sales agents to provide prospective buyers and sellers with the Information About Brokerage Services (IABS) notice, which explains agency relationships, who represents whom, and how to file a complaint with the Texas Real Estate Commission.
When an agent represents both the buyer and the seller in the same transaction, Texas law requires written consent to act as an intermediary under rules set by the Texas Real Estate Commission. The duties of each party are spelled out in writing before the transaction proceeds.
Depending on the property, additional information may be disclosed or provided, such as subdivision or HOA governing documents, flood zone and insurance requirements, special taxing districts like MUDs, and survey or title matters. Your transaction team will flag the items that apply to your property.
This summary is provided for general information only and is not legal advice. Phyllis and the LPT Realty team will always provide the exact forms and disclosures required for your transaction, in writing, before any contract is signed. If you have questions about a specific disclosure, ask your real estate attorney or the involved brokers.
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