What the New QLD Seller’s Disclosure Means for You as a Seller.

From 1 August 2025, Queensland property sellers will face one of the biggest changes in decades with the introduction of a new mandatory seller disclosure regime under the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld).

If you’re planning to sell your home or investment property, here’s what this means for you - and how to prepare so your sale runs smoothly and stress-free.

Why Has the Law Changed?

Until now, Queensland operated largely under a “buyer beware” approach - meaning buyers were responsible for doing most of the due diligence before signing a contract.

The new regime is designed to increase transparency, reduce disputes, and create consistency across all property sales. Sellers will now need to provide a detailed disclosure statement and supporting documents before a contract is signed, helping buyers make more informed decisions from the outset.

In simple terms: it’s about clarity, confidence, and compliance - for both parties.

What You’ll Need to Provide

Before a buyer can legally sign a contract (or before the auction hammer falls), you’ll need to give them a complete Disclosure Pack, which includes:

• Form 2 – Seller Disclosure Statement (signed by the seller; electronic signatures accepted)

• Prescribed certificates and documents, such as:

  • Title search and survey plan

  • Details of easements, covenants, and encumbrances

  • Council zoning and infrastructure designations

  • Any environmental or contamination notices

  • Pool safety certificate (or notice of no certificate, if applicable)

  • For strata or community titles: body corporate information and community management statements

These documents ensure buyers understand the property’s legal and physical status before committing to purchase.

When It Applies

Even if your property is already on the market, any contract signed on or after 1 August 2025 must include these disclosures.

For auction sales, the disclosure documents must be available to bidders throughout the marketing campaign - not just on auction day.

What Happens If You Don’t Comply?

Failing to provide a compliant disclosure pack can have serious consequences.

• If the documents aren’t supplied (or are incomplete or inaccurate in a material way), the buyer can terminate the contract at any time before settlement.

• There are no second chances to fix errors once a contract is signed.

• The termination right exists even if settlement is just days away.

In short - it’s crucial your documentation is correct, complete, and delivered on time.

What Sellers Should Do Now

Preparing early will save you stress (and potential contract issues) later.

Here’s how to get ready:

1. Engage your conveyancer or solicitor early – they can order searches and prepare the disclosure statement correctly.

2. Gather all relevant certificates and plans ahead of listing your property.

3. Double-check every detail – from zoning to pool certificates.

4. Allow for extra costs – legal fees, searches, and body corporate certificates may total between $300–$1,000+.

5. Communicate with your agent – so the disclosure is ready to provide to every interested buyer.

6. Be transparent – honesty about any known issues helps avoid contract disputes later.

   
   

At Haven Real Estate, we’re already working closely with our conveyancers to help clients prepare compliant disclosure packs well before launch.

The Silver Lining for Sellers

While this new system adds some upfront work, it also brings benefits:

• Smoother sales – fewer post-contract surprises and disputes.

• More confident buyers – leading to stronger offers and less negotiation stress.

• Greater legal protection – sellers who disclose properly reduce the risk of claims after settlement.

• Market consistency – Queensland is now aligned with other states that already require seller disclosure.

So while there’s extra paperwork involved, the end result is a more transparent, trustworthy marketplace for everyone.

In Summary, from 1 August 2025, all Queensland sellers must provide a Disclosure Statement and supporting certificates before signing a contract. It’s a significant shift, but with the right preparation - and the right team by your side - it doesn’t have to be daunting.

At Haven Real Estate, we stay ahead of legislative changes so our clients don’t have to. Whether you’re planning to sell this spring or next year, we can guide you through the new requirements and connect you with trusted conveyancers to ensure your sale is fully compliant.

Thinking of selling soon? Reach out to the team at Haven Real Estate for expert advice, local insight, and a marketing strategy designed to help you Find Your Haven - with confidence and compliance under the new Queensland laws.