If you’re thinking about selling your home in San Mateo, one of the biggest questions on your mind might be:
“Do I need to disclose every issue with my property?”
The short answer? Yes — if you’re going the traditional route.
But if you’re selling to a cash buyer like R&H Distressed Properties, your disclosure requirements may be much lighter — and a whole lot less stressful.
Let’s break it down.
What Must Be Disclosed in a Traditional San Mateo Home Sale?
When you list your home with a real estate agent, California law requires you to complete a long list of disclosures, including:
- Known structural or mechanical problems
- Roof leaks, plumbing issues, or foundation cracks
- Death on the property within the last 3 years
- Water damage, mold, or pest infestations
- Neighborhood nuisances or noise problems
- Any code violations or unpermitted work
You’ll likely fill out forms like the Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS) and Seller Property Questionnaire (SPQ), which can be time-consuming and sometimes risky if you forget something.
If a buyer later claims you failed to disclose an issue — even by accident — you could face legal consequences.
What About Selling As-Is to a Cash Buyer?
Here’s the good news:
When you sell your house to R&H Distressed Properties, you can skip most of the disclosures.
Why? Because we’re buying the home as-is. We understand that your house might have:
- Old plumbing or electrical systems
- Deferred maintenance
- Foundation cracks
- Unpermitted additions
- Fire, water, or hoarder-related damage
And we’re okay with that. We’ll do our own brief walk-through, make you a fair offer, and buy it without requiring you to fix or list anything.
Do I Still Have to Disclose Something?
In most cases, if you’re selling directly to a cash buyer, the disclosures are minimal. However, you may still need to inform us if:
- You’re in an active legal dispute over the property
- There are known environmental hazards (like lead or asbestos)
- You’ve received official code enforcement notices
We’re happy to walk you through anything you’re unsure about — and we’ll never pressure or penalize you for honesty.
Want to Skip the Paperwork and Sell As-Is?
We’ve helped homeowners in San Mateo who didn’t want to risk getting stuck in disclosure paperwork, buyer inspections, and back-and-forth repairs.
When you sell to us:
- There are no agents and no commissions
- You don’t need to fill out dozens of forms
- We take the house exactly as it is
- You can close in 7–14 days and move on with peace of mind
📞 Call (925) 302-2905 or click here to request a free, no-pressure cash offer. Let’s make it simple.