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What must be disclosed? Under California law, all material facts that affect the value or desirability of the property must be disclosed to the buyer. There is no specific definition or rule on what is considered to be a material fact.

The closing statement typically lists fees in two columns, one detailing the buyer's expenses and one detailing the seller's expenses. The amount of cash the buyer must give the seller has its own entry at the bottom of the document.

Real estate professionals representing sellers are required to ascertain any known defects or hazards on the property. They should also find out about other factors that may affect the sale. These need to be disclosed to the buyer's representative to determine whether they are still interested in holding negotiations.

A Seller's Disclosure is a legal document that requires sellers to provide previously undisclosed details about the property's condition that prospective buyers may find unfavorable. This document is also known as a property disclosure, and it's important for both those buying a house and for those selling a house.

Certain Sellers are exempt from completing the TDS but not exempt from making other disclosures. Sellers who are not legally required to complete a TDS can use this form to make other required disclosures, including the disclosure of material facts of which they are aware.

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