Texas Seller Disclosure Requirements

Overview

Texas requires sellers to provide a detailed Seller's Disclosure Notice covering the property's condition. The form mandated by the Texas Property Code covers numerous specific items and conditions.

What Sellers Must Disclose in Texas

• Seller's Disclosure Notice required by Texas Property Code §5.008
• Known defects and malfunctions in all systems
• Structural condition (foundation, roof, walls, fences)
• Environmental hazards (lead, asbestos, radon, toxic substances)
• Previous flooding, water intrusion, and drainage problems
• Previous termite treatment or damage
• HOA details and assessments
• MUD (Municipal Utility District) disclosures
• Known property tax special assessments
• Previous repairs and modifications

Timeline Requirements

Must be provided before contract is binding; buyer may terminate within 7 days of receiving late disclosure

Penalties for Non-Disclosure

Buyer may terminate within 7 days of receipt; seller liable for actual damages, court costs, and attorney fees; potential DTPA (Deceptive Trade Practices Act) claims with treble damages

How Show & Disclose Helps Texas Sellers

Managing disclosures is one of the most important — and most stressful — parts of selling your home. Show & Disclose gives Texas sellers a professional platform to:

• Organize your disclosures — Keep all disclosure documents in one place with timestamps showing when they were shared
• Share with buyer agents — Give agents access to your disclosures through your professional portal before showings
• Manage showings — Schedule, approve, and track all showing requests from one dashboard
• Collect feedback — Get automated post-showing feedback from every visiting agent
• Protect yourself — Digital timestamps prove you provided disclosures, reducing future liability

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