Texas law provides that neither a seller nor broker must disclose death that occur by natural causes, suicide, or accidents unrelated to the condition of the property. This leaves only 2 other types of deaths: 1. those caused by accident related to the condition of the property (a person is electrocuted because of an exposed wire), 2 murder.
Even though some deaths do not need to be disclosed maybe it is easier just to disclose any death.
Richard,
Seems interesting. Is there a specific statute in Texas dealing with this requirement?
In Ontario, the matter is not addressed.
So, it is discretionary rather than mandatory.
Brian
I advise my clients that if it is material enough to bring up and ask whether disclosure is required, then it should probably be disclosed. Even a natural death might be an issue for some buyers.
Brian,
Thanks for your comments. Yes this is Texas law. I would think each state had its own law.
Death is difficult for many people and we don't want o prejudice buyers from a property but if they really need to know then its best to tell them. I think that most states have laws/guidelines for handing these situations. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing this great information. I will be sure and pass it on to others.
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