📢 New Law Alert: What Every QLD Seller Must Know Before 1 August 2025
If you're planning to sell a property in Queensland, there's an important legal change you need to know about.
From 1 August 2025, under the Queensland Property Law Act 2023, all residential property sellers are legally required to provide buyers with a Seller Disclosure Statement—before the contract is signed. This change brings Queensland in line with other states and is designed to create greater transparency and reduce post-contract disputes.
📝 What Is the Seller Disclosure Statement?
The Seller Disclosure Statement (Form 2) is a government-issued form that includes key information about your property, such as:
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Title details and easements
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Registered and unregistered encumbrances
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Zoning and planning information
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Environmental and heritage matters
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Pool compliance (if applicable)
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Building notices and orders
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Body corporate information (if part of a community title)
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The latest rates and water bills
📌 Why It Matters
If this statement is not provided—or incomplete—before the contract is signed, the buyer has the right to terminate the agreement at any time prior to settlement, regardless of the reason. That means missed paperwork can cost you the entire sale.
📂 What Sellers Need to Prepare
Here’s a snapshot of what documents you'll need to attach to the disclosure:
| Document | Where to Get It | Approx. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Title Search | Titles Queensland | $24.06 |
| Survey Plan | Titles Queensland | $25.78 |
| Zoning Certificate | Local Council | $200–$300 |
| EMR/CLR Certificate | QLD Government | $57.15 |
| Heritage Search | Online or Council | Free–$30 |
| Latest Rates Notice | Your Records or Council | Free or Retrieval Fee |
| Latest Water Bill | Water Provider | Free |
| Pool Compliance Certificate (if applicable) | QBCC | $40–$150 |
| Body Corporate Certificate (if applicable) | Body Corporate Manager | $150–$250 |
Note: Not all documents are required for every property—some only apply if you have a pool, or if your home is in a community title scheme.
🤝 How We Help Our Clients
At Loyal Keeper Group, we’ve created a detailed Seller Disclosure Pack that explains exactly what you need and includes the official Form 2 for you to sign. We’re here to walk you through every document, assist in obtaining certificates, and make the process stress-free.
✅ Ready to Sell?
If you’re planning to sell soon—or already on the market—now is the time to prepare. We recommend gathering these documents early so you’re ready to go when offers come in.
📩 Need help? Reach out to us anytime and we’ll make sure your sale is fully compliant and protected.
Contact us on 1300 880 824 or email us [email protected]
Or Contact one of our professional agent.
