Seller Property Condition Disclosure (RE-25)

What the RE-25 Is — and What It Is Not

The RE-25 is a seller disclosure form, not a warranty and not a home inspection. It is based on the seller’s actual knowledge at the time the form is completed.

• It is: a written disclosure of known conditions and issues
• It is not: a guarantee of condition or a substitute for buyer inspections
• It is not: a place to guess, speculate, or assume

Accuracy and completeness matter more than perfection. Disclosing a known issue does not automatically kill a deal. Failing to disclose something later discovered often creates far bigger problems.

Why This Disclosure Matters for Sellers

The RE-25 protects both sides of the transaction when handled correctly. For sellers, it:

• Reduces the risk of claims after closing
• Sets buyer expectations before inspections
• Creates a written record of what was known and disclosed
• Prevents renegotiations caused by “surprise” discoveries

Most disputes don’t come from disclosed problems—they come from issues buyers believe were hidden or misrepresented.

How to Complete the RE-25 Correctly

1) Answer Based on Actual Knowledge

The form asks what you know—not what you think, what a neighbor said, or what “might be” true. If you truly don’t know, say so. Do not guess.

2) Read Each Question Carefully

Many questions are specific. A quick “no” without reading closely can create inconsistencies later if inspections reveal something related.

3) Disclose Past Issues, Even If Repaired

If an issue existed and was repaired (roof leak, foundation crack, plumbing failure), disclose it and note the repair. This shows transparency and reduces buyer suspicion.

4) Use the Explanation Sections

When the form provides space for explanation, use it. Context matters. A short explanation is often enough to prevent confusion or alarm.

5) Update the Disclosure if Something Changes

If a new issue arises after the form is completed (for example, a new leak or system failure), the disclosure should be updated. Disclosures are not “one and done.”

Common Areas Covered by the RE-25

• Roof, foundation, and structural components
• Plumbing, electrical, heating, and cooling systems
• Water supply, septic systems, and drainage issues
• Past water intrusion, flooding, or moisture problems
• Environmental concerns or hazards (if known)
• Boundary, access, or easement issues (if known)
• HOA-related matters (if applicable)

Not every item applies to every property. The key is accuracy where it does apply.

How RE-25 Fits Into the Two70 Seller Process

1. Pre-Listing Appointment: identify potential disclosure topics early
2. Disclosure Completion: seller completes RE-25 based on knowledge
3. MLS Listing: disclosure availability noted for buyers
4. Buyer Inspections: inspections confirm or expand on disclosed items
5. Negotiation: fewer surprises, cleaner discussions

Handling disclosures early and thoughtfully creates smoother inspections and more productive negotiations.

Related Seller Process Pages

• Pre-Listing Appointment
• Idaho Seller Agency Disclosure Brochure
• Listing Agreement (RE-16)
• Lead-Based Paint Disclosure
• Property Profile From Title
• Seller Net Sheet

Note: Some links may be new pages we’re building next in this Seller Guides & Process series.