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A Seller Disclosure Statement is a legal document that must be provided to a buyer before entering into a contract of sale in Queensland. It outlines key information about the property, including title details, encumbrances, zoning, and other material facts. From 1 August 2025, the disclosure must comply with new legislative requirements and include completed Form 2.

For all Seller Disclosure Statements prepared by Sellers Disclosure QLD we conduct the following:

  1. Title Search
  2. Survey Plan
  3. Department of Transport & Main Roads
  4. Contaminated Land Search
  5. Zoning Search
  6. Council Search / Dial Before You Dig
  7. Heritage Search
  8. Pool Register Search
  9. Pool Safety Certificate / Form 36
  10. Owner Builder Search
  11. Neighbourhood Disputes Search
  12. Rates Notice
  13. Water Notice

Additional searches that are provided for Body Corporate / Units / Commercial properties include:

  1. CMS
  2. CMS Dealing Search
  3. Form 33 Body Corporate Disclosure

We offer fixed pricing for complete peace of mind:

  • $895 for residential homes
  • $1,295 for units and commercial properties

All prices include GST.

Turnaround is generally within 2–5 business days, depending on search response times from councils and authorities. We keep you informed throughout the process.

The new seller disclosure laws in Queensland take effect from 1 August 2025. Any contract of sale entered into on or after this date must include a compliant Seller Disclosure Statement.

The law has been introduced to improve transparency and consistency in property transactions. It ensures buyers are aware of key information about a property before they commit to buying it.

The seller (vendor) of the property must provide the disclosure statement. If the seller is using a real estate agent or lawyer, they usually help prepare and distribute the statement.

The law applies to most property sales, including:

  • Houses
  • Units or townhouses
  • Vacant residential land
  • Commercial property 

The statement must include important details such as:

    • Title and ownership information
    • Easements and covenants on the land
    • Zoning information
    • Encumbrances
    • Whether the property is affected by transport infrastructure projects
    • Notices from councils or government (e.g. notices to demolish or repair)

Some optional or additional information may include:

  •  Information about body corporate (for units)

You can prepare one yourself using the approved form and supporting documents, or hire a professional service, conveyancer, or lawyer to help ensure it’s accurate and compliant.

If you don’t provide a valid Seller Disclosure Statement before the Buyer signs the Contract, the Buyer may have the right to terminate the Contract right up to the settlement date.

If the information is misleading, incomplete, or incorrect, the buyer may be able to:

    • Withdraw from the contract
    • Claim compensation
    • Lodge a complaint through legal or consumer channels

It’s important to keep the disclosure up-to-date if anything changes.

Not usually. The statement focuses on legal and official information. However, sellers still have a general obligation not to mislead buyers, so any known issues that could affect the property’s value or use might need to be disclosed outside the statement.

Yes, but the contract must now include the required disclosure documentation as an attachment or annexure. Most real estate agents and lawyers will update templates to comply with the new rules.

If the buyer withdraws their offer because the disclosure was missing, incorrect or misleading, they can cancel the contract and may receive a full refund of their deposit.

No. The disclosure is a legal summary of known facts, while building and pest inspections are independent assessments conducted by qualified inspectors hired by the buyer.

It remains valid as long as the information is accurate at the time of contract signing. If any material facts change (e.g. new council notices), it should be updated.

  • Ensure the provider includes title searches, easement plans, planning/zoning info, and government notices.
  • Check whether updates are free or attract additional fees.
  • Ask if the service includes a legal review or is form-based only.

In short, no, a real estate agent can not provide legal advice.

While a real estate agent can certainly guide a seller on general processes, they must not provide legal advice, especially about what is or isn’t required to be disclosed under the new legislation. This includes interpreting what documents are necessary, what information is “material,” or advising whether a specific issue must be included.

Doing so may:

  • Breach the Agents Financial Administration Act 2014 and the Legal Profession Act 2007
  • Risk professional indemnity exposure for the agent
  • Lead to a disclosure being non-compliant, making the contract terminable by the buyer

Real Estate agents can:

  • Inform sellers that disclosure statements are now mandatory
  • Refer sellers to professional services like Sellers Disclosure QLD
  • Assist in logistical coordination (e.g. helping complete forms once prepared, or liaising with lawyers or conveyancers)
  • Encourage early disclosure preparation to avoid delays

Disclosure is required for all residential property sales in Queensland, including houses, units, and townhouses. It also applies to most commercial and mixed-use properties. There are limited exceptions, and we can advise if you are unsure.

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