Property Disclosure Laws in Chandler: Avoid Legal Issues When Selling Your Home
🏡 Selling Your Chandler Home? Don’t Get Sued!
A Simple Guide to Property Disclosures Every Seller Needs to Read
So—you’re selling your home in Chandler, AZ.
You’ve cleaned, staged, and maybe even dreamed about the closing check.
But there’s one thing that can wreck your sale—and your bank account—faster than a leaky roof in monsoon season...
📢 It’s not disclosing important stuff about your property.
Let’s break it down—super simple, no legal jargon. Just the truth.
😬 Why Disclosure Matters (AKA: Why You Don’t Want a Lawsuit)
In Arizona, if you know something wrong with your house—and don’t tell the buyer—you could get sued.
It’s called a “material fact.”
And if a buyer finds out after the sale that you knew about that busted A/C or sneaky termite problem?
You’re in big trouble. 🧯
Even if you sell the home “as-is,” you still have to be honest about what you know. Period.
📋 What Is a “Seller Disclosure”?
It’s your legal duty to tell buyers about any known issues with the property that might affect:
The value
Their decision to buy
How they plan to use it
We’re not talking about scuffed paint or a squeaky hinge.
We’re talking:
Roof leaks
Foundation cracks
Termite history
Unpermitted garage conversions
That time the A/C broke and flooded the guest room
If a reasonable buyer would want to know, you need to disclose it.
🔍 What You’ll Use: The SPDS Form
You’ll fill out the Seller Property Disclosure Statement (SPDS)—a detailed form most Chandler sellers complete.
It asks about:
✅ Roof condition
✅ HOA info (like Ocotillo dues and contacts)
✅ Plumbing or electrical problems
✅ Pest history (hello, scorpions 🦂)
✅ Insurance claims (like that monsoon roof repair)
✅ Sewer or septic system
✅ Water drainage issues
✅ Mold, asbestos, noise, odors
✅ Property access, zoning issues, and more
💡Pro Tip: Even if the form doesn’t ask—but you know something important—disclose it anyway.
🧠 But What If I Don’t Know Everything?
Good news: You don’t need to investigate stuff you don’t know.
But you DO need to be honest about what you do know.
⚠️ Don't guess. Don't leave blanks.
If you’re not sure—write: “Unknown – I never lived there” or “Inherited property.”
Selling an estate or a flip? Be extra clear.
🧼 What You Don’t HAVE to Disclose (But Be Honest If Asked)
Arizona law says you don’t have to share if:
❌ Someone died in the house
❌ There’s a sex offender living nearby
❌ A person with HIV/AIDS once lived there
BUT...
If the buyer asks about it—you can’t lie.
You can say: “I’m not required to disclose that under Arizona law.” ✅
🛑 The BIG Risks of Hiding Problems
Think nobody will find out? Think again.
Buyers hire inspectors, run CLUE reports (past insurance claims), and talk to neighbors.
🚨 If you get caught hiding an issue:
The buyer can sue you
You might have to pay damages—or give the house back
Your agent might face penalties
You’ll lose sleep, time, and money
Bottom line: It’s not worth it.
📬 Timeline: When to Deliver Disclosures
As the seller, YOU fill out the SPDS—not your agent.
📅 You usually have 3 to 5 days after contract acceptance to deliver it.
If something breaks or changes before closing (like a roof leak)—you must update the buyer.
🛡️ Final Word
✨ Want Help Selling Your Home (The Safe, Smart Way)?
At Magical Success Realty, we help Chandler homeowners sell fast—with confidence and no legal headaches.
We guide you through every disclosure and every detail.
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