Get the Lead Disclosure Information

Welcome to the HAR dot-com consumer knowledge series in this video we will discuss lead-based paint disclosures recognizing that families have a right to know about lead-based paint and potential lead hazards in their homes the government requires lead-based paint disclosures for sales and leases of older housing how does a lead-based paint disclosure work before signing off on a contract for housing sale or lease sellers and landlords must one give an epa-approved information pamphlet about identification and control of lead-based paint hazards to the buyer to disclosure information such as a location of lead-based paint and or lead based paint hazards and the condition of the painted surfaces number 3 provide any records and reports on lead-based paint and/or lead-based paint hazards which are available to the seller or landlord number 4 include an attachment to the contract or lease which includes a LED warning statement and confirms that the seller or landlord has complied with all notification requirements number 5 sellers or landlords and Asian's as well as home buyers or tenants must sign and date the attachment number 6 sellers must provide home buyers a 10-day period to conduct a paint inspection or risk assessment for lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards home buyers may waive this inspection opportunity most public and private housing are affected by this rule working with the knowledgeable realtor can help make sure you and your family know how to protect yourselves from lead-based paint so now you know something about lead-based paint disclosures but remember that a realtor is always the best source of information for all your real estate needs