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A seller has the obligation to disclose certain defects to a buyer before they complete the sale. If a seller fails to disclose those defects, they may be held liable for the cost of repair. In some cases, a court may even rescind the sale of the property.

The Commercial Property Condition Statement (TXR 1408) allows sellers and landlords to document the state of the property as of the date signed. The statement serves the same purpose for commercial sales and leases as the Seller's Disclosure Notice (TXR 1406) does for the sale of residential properties.

Disclosure Laws in Texas for Home Sales It says that sellers of single-unit residential real property must give purchasers a written notice containing their knowledge of the condition of the property, and sets forth language that should be on that form, focusing on material defects.

When Is a Seller's Disclosure Not Required in Texas? Every rule has exceptions—even in Texas. You don't need a seller's disclosure when you sell or give a house to your kids (such as in a will), your spouse (such as part of a divorce), someone you already co-own the house with, or the government.

You may be able to claim damages from a Texas seller who failed to disclose a home defect -- or even rescind the sale altogether. Yes, you can sue a home seller for undisclosed defects in a single-family residence in Texas.

When Is a Seller's Disclosure Not Required in Texas? Every rule has exceptions—even in Texas. You don't need a seller's disclosure when you sell or give a house to your kids (such as in a will), your spouse (such as part of a divorce), someone you already co-own the house with, or the government.

Disclosure Laws in Texas for Home Sales It says that sellers of single-unit residential real property must give purchasers a written notice containing their knowledge of the condition of the property, and sets forth language that should be on that form, focusing on material defects.