Big Changes Are Coming for Sellers in QLD

Here’s What You Actually Need to Know Before 1 August 2025

Selling a home in Queensland? Heads up — the rules are changing, and you’ll need to be a bit more prepared than usual (don’t stress, we’ve got you).

From 1 August 2025, all sellers will need to hand buyers a fancy new doc called the Form 2 Seller Disclosure Statement before contracts are signed. And yes, it’s now legally required. No dodging it.

So… what is it?

It’s basically a “Here’s everything you need to know about this property” cheat sheet. It includes:

• A title search (who owns it + any easements or encumbrances)

• Zoning, notices, or anything council-related

• Tenancy details if it's rented

• Body corporate records (if it's a unit/townhouse)

• And other stuff buyers should know upfront

If you’re thinking, “Shouldn’t that already be the case?” — yeah, but up until now, Queensland’s been a bit loose on that front.

Why this matters

If you don’t give this form, or it’s missing key info, the buyer can pull out of the deal before settlement — and yes, keep their deposit. Ouch.

Also: you can’t contract out of it. Any sneaky clause saying “buyer waives disclosure” = totally void. The law says so.

So really, this new rule’s about getting everything above board from the get-go — which we’re actually all for. More clarity = fewer surprises = smoother sales.

What sellers need to do

If you’re planning to sell from August onward:

• Start prepping early. Don’t wait until a buyer’s knocking — talk to your agent (hey, us) and we’ll guide you through getting your documents sorted.

• Expect a little more paperwork. Nothing scary — we’ll help you track down what’s needed.

• Get ahead. The smoother you present your home (legally and visually), the faster the offers come.

What RealWay’s doing differently

We’re already across this. No panic stations here. We're helping sellers:

• Prep Form 2 in advance

• Chase down the right certificates

• Understand what’s required vs what’s just good-to-have

Plus, we’ll talk to you like a human — not a walking real estate contract. We keep it relaxed, but we’re razor-sharp when it comes to ticking the legal boxes.

TL;DR?

From 1 August 2025, sellers must provide buyers with a full disclosure statement
If you miss anything important, the buyer can walk away
Don’t stress — we’ll help you sort it all well before you go to market

Thinking of selling soon?
We’ll make sure you’re ahead of the game (not buried in paperwork).
Call your RealWay agent and we’ll walk you through it, no dramas.

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