AgencyIntermediateCalifornia Exam

What is the primary purpose of California's Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS)?

ATo allow the buyer to waive all inspection rights, under standard California agency practice
BTo require sellers to disclose known material facts and defects about the propertyCorrect
CTo certify that the property meets all local building codes, as commonly applied in brokerage relationships
DTo document the broker's commission agreement, consistent with typical listing agreement terms

Why To require sellers to disclose known material facts and defects about the property Is Correct

Answer B: To require sellers to disclose known material facts and defects about the property

The TDS (Civil Code §1102) requires sellers of 1-4 unit residential properties to disclose known material defects, conditions, and facts that might affect the property's value or the buyer's decision to purchase. The listing and selling agents must also complete their own sections of the TDS.

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