A seller disclosure document records known defects and important property information. While the voetstoots clause limits liability for unknown defects, sellers must disclose known issues.

What to disclose

• Structural defects
• Water damage or damp
• Roof leaks
• Boundary disputes
• Unapproved alterations
• Pending municipal actions
• Neighbourhood nuisances
• Borehole / septic known issues on smallholdings

Failure to disclose known defects can result in legal claims after transfer. Have your OTP and disclosure reviewed with your conveyancer.