seller-disclosure-statement
Drafts a U.S. residential Seller Disclosure Statement covering property condition, system ages, defects, environmental hazards, title/HOA matters, and buyer acknowledgment. Triggered by requests for seller disclosures, property condition disclosure, TDS, SPDS, lead-based paint disclosure, or pre-close compliance in residential sales.
Best use case
seller-disclosure-statement is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Drafts a U.S. residential Seller Disclosure Statement covering property condition, system ages, defects, environmental hazards, title/HOA matters, and buyer acknowledgment. Triggered by requests for seller disclosures, property condition disclosure, TDS, SPDS, lead-based paint disclosure, or pre-close compliance in residential sales.
Teams using seller-disclosure-statement should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/seller-disclosure-statement/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How seller-disclosure-statement Compares
| Feature / Agent | seller-disclosure-statement | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Drafts a U.S. residential Seller Disclosure Statement covering property condition, system ages, defects, environmental hazards, title/HOA matters, and buyer acknowledgment. Triggered by requests for seller disclosures, property condition disclosure, TDS, SPDS, lead-based paint disclosure, or pre-close compliance in residential sales.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Seller Disclosure Statement (Residential) Produces a state-compliant seller disclosure for a residential property sale. ## Quick Start Gather before drafting: 1. **Jurisdiction** — state, county, governing disclosure statute, required form 2. **Property** — address, APN/parcel ID, legal description, year built 3. **Sellers** — all record owners per title 4. **Records** — inspections, repair invoices, permits, warranties, HOA docs, surveys 5. **Known issues** — defects, prior damage, environmental conditions, disputes, encumbrances 6. **Timing** — contract date, statutory delivery window, closing date ## Document Structure ### Header - Title: `Seller Disclosure Statement` - Seller(s) full legal names - Property: address, county, APN, legal description, year built - Governing statute/form: `[STATE STATUTE / REQUIRED FORM NAME]` - Knowledge qualifier: "to the best of Seller's knowledge and belief" - Notice: disclosure is not a substitute for buyer inspections ### Core Disclosure Sections Complete all; use `N/A` where not applicable. | Section | Key Fields | |---|---| | Property Overview | Occupancy, year built, additions/remodels, boundary/survey issues | | Structural | Foundation type, cracks/settlement/water intrusion, repairs (dates/contractor/warranty) | | Roof/Exterior | Age/material, leaks/repairs, siding/doors/windows condition | | Plumbing/Septic/Sewer | Pipe materials, leaks, sewer vs septic, last pump/inspection date | | Electrical | Panel amperage, aluminum wiring, code issues, GFCI/AFCI, repairs | | HVAC/Appliances | Type, age, fuel, maintenance history, defects | | Water Heater | Age, capacity, fuel, condition | | Interior | Water damage, mold, pests, floor/wall issues | | Environmental | Lead paint (pre-1978), asbestos, radon, USTs, soil contamination, flood history | | Natural Hazards | Earthquake, wildfire, landslide, flood zone per state report | | Legal/Title | Easements, encroachments, boundary disputes, liens, judgments | | HOA/CC&Rs | Name, dues, special assessments, violations, pending litigation | | Zoning/Permits | Zoning, nonconforming use, permits finaled, unpermitted work | | Governmental | Violation notices, code enforcement, condemnation, compliance orders | | Neighborhood | Nuisances, nearby industrial/ag uses, planned public projects | | Deaths | Disclose only as state law requires | | Other Material Facts | Anything a reasonable buyer would consider material | ### Lead-Based Paint Disclosure (pre-1978 only) - Seller knowledge: `Known present / Known absent / Unknown` - List any lead reports provided - Buyer 10-day inspection right (or negotiated period) - EPA pamphlet delivery acknowledgment ### Exhibits Index every attachment by title and date. Include inspections, repair invoices, warranties, HOA docs, surveys, environmental reports. ### Certification & Acknowledgment - Seller certification (under penalty of perjury if state requires) - Ongoing duty to update through closing - No-warranty disclaimer - Signature lines for all sellers with dates - Buyer receipt acknowledgment with dates ### Delivery Timing - Statutory delivery window: `[INSERT STATUTORY WINDOW]` - Buyer rescission/renegotiation rights: `[STATE-SPECIFIC]` ## Pitfalls & Checks - Use factual, objective language only — no marketing. - Cite sources by document name and date. - Never leave blanks; use `N/A` and initial where required. - Disclose unpermitted work explicitly with known risks. - Deaths, crime, sex-offender disclosures vary by state — confirm statutory limits before including. - Flood zone and natural hazard disclosures must match state-mandated reports. - Mark uncertain citations `[VERIFY]` and request confirmation. - All owners must sign; missing signatures can invalidate delivery.
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