Am I required to disclose defects when I sell my home?

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Yes, you have a legal obligation to disclose any latent defects that you are aware of to potential buyers.

Failure to disclose latent defects could result in legal action against the seller, including claims for damages and the cancellation of the sale agreement. It is therefore important for sellers to be transparent and forthcoming about any defects they are aware of, and to provide potential buyers with a full and accurate picture of the property they are considering purchasing.

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