Everything sellers need to know about property disclosure obligations in Maryland — including required forms, deadlines, and penalties.
Start Managing Your ListingMaryland gives sellers the option to provide a full disclosure statement OR a disclaimer statement. Either way, sellers cannot conceal known material defects.
Required Form: Residential Property Disclosure and Disclaimer Statement
Why we say "Seller-Managed Listing" instead of FSBO: The term FSBO (For Sale By Owner) carries a stigma of DIY, bargain-basement selling. Today's sellers who manage their own listings are intentional, informed, and professional — using tools like Show & Disclose to handle showings, disclosures, and buyer agent communication. That's not "for sale by owner." That's a Seller-Managed Listing — and it's the future of real estate.
Must be provided on or before entering into a contract of sale
If disclaimer chosen but seller knew of defect, buyer can recover damages; full disclosure violations subject to actual damages
Managing disclosures is one of the most important — and most stressful — parts of selling your home. Show & Disclose gives Maryland sellers a professional platform to:
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Maryland gives sellers the option to provide a full disclosure statement OR a disclaimer statement. Either way, sellers cannot conceal known material defects.
The standard form is: Residential Property Disclosure and Disclaimer Statement. Your real estate attorney or state real estate commission can provide the current version.
If disclaimer chosen but seller knew of defect, buyer can recover damages; full disclosure violations subject to actual damages
Must be provided on or before entering into a contract of sale
Yes. Seller-managed listings (seller-managed) are legal in Maryland. You'll need to handle disclosures, showings, and negotiations yourself — or use tools like Show & Disclose to manage the process professionally.