Contracts
Iowa's seller disclosure law (Iowa Code Chapter 558A) requires sellers of residential property to:
AHire a licensed home inspector before listing
BProvide buyers a written disclosure of the property's known condition✓ Correct
CWarrant the property is free of all defects
DFile the disclosure with the county assessor
Explanation
Iowa Code Chapter 558A requires sellers of residential real property (1-4 units) to provide buyers with a written disclosure statement describing known conditions affecting the property, including structure, systems, and environmental concerns.
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