SELLER DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

New York Seller Disclosure Requirements

Everything sellers need to know about property disclosure obligations in New York — including required forms, deadlines, and penalties.

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Overview

New York requires sellers to complete a Property Condition Disclosure Statement covering 48 questions about the property, OR provide a $500 credit to the buyer at closing in lieu of disclosure.

Required Form: Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PCDS) — or $500 credit

What Sellers Must Disclose in New York

Timeline Requirements

Must be provided before contract signing or $500 credit at closing

Penalties for Non-Disclosure

$500 credit if disclosure not provided; seller still liable for fraud or misrepresentation regardless of credit

How Show & Disclose Helps New York Sellers

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Frequently Asked Questions

What must sellers disclose in New York?

New York requires sellers to complete a Property Condition Disclosure Statement covering 48 questions about the property, OR provide a $500 credit to the buyer at closing in lieu of disclosure.

What is the required disclosure form in New York?

The standard form is: Property Condition Disclosure Statement (PCDS) — or $500 credit. Your real estate attorney or state real estate commission can provide the current version.

What are the penalties for non-disclosure in New York?

$500 credit if disclosure not provided; seller still liable for fraud or misrepresentation regardless of credit

When must disclosures be provided in New York?

Must be provided before contract signing or $500 credit at closing

Can I sell my home without an agent in New York?

Yes. Seller-managed listings (FSBO) are legal in New York. You'll need to handle disclosures, showings, and negotiations yourself — or use tools like Show & Disclose to manage the process professionally.

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