Sellers must document and disclose visible staining and soft spots before listing homes with water damage
When water damage hides behind drywall, homeowners preparing to sell face a legal and ethical obligation to disclose visible staining, discoloration, soft spots, and mold growth to potential buyers. Understanding what these signs look like—and knowing how to document them before listing—protects you from costly litigation and failed sales after closing. What hidden water damage signs require seller disclosure during a home sale? Behind-wall water damage manifests in way