From August 1st, 2025, Queensland’s real estate landscape is set to change dramatically with the introduction of the Property Law Act 2023 and the Property Law Regulation 2024. These reforms represent the biggest overhaul of property sales in decades—shifting from a “buyer beware” model to a legally enforceable Seller Disclosure Regime.
Under these new laws, sellers must provide a comprehensive suite of documents and disclosures before a contract is signed. Failure to do so may render contracts voidable by buyers. In short: compliance is no longer optional—it’s mission-critical.
🚨 The Risk is Real
As realestate.com.au warns, “If a seller fails to provide a compliant disclosure statement and certificates to the buyer before signing, the buyer may be able to cancel the contract.”
This means more than just a potential lost sale—it could mean legal disputes, reputational damage, and costly delays for agents who aren’t adequately prepared.
✅ The Solution: Know Your Home
Enter Know Your Home — the smart, digital companion built specifically to streamline property information sharing. This isn’t just a handy tool; it’s your compliance co-pilot.
Here’s how it helps agents, agencies, and property owners align with the new Queensland Seller Disclosure obligations:
💡 5 Ways Know Your Home Helps Agents Stay Compliant
1. Pre-load All Required Documents
Sellers can easily upload essential disclosure documents such as:
Title Searches
Pool Safety & Smoke Alarm Certificates
Easement or Encumbrance Information
Renovation Histories & Building Approvals
Insurance and Warranty Documentation
2. Share with One Scan
A unique QR Code allows agents to provide instant access to the disclosure pack at open homes, inspections, or via online listings—ensuring buyers receive what’s required, when it’s required.
3. Avoid Costly Delays & Risk of Void Contracts
No more chasing sellers for documents post-contract. Know Your Home ensures you’re equipped from the start, mitigating the risk of non-compliance and contract cancellations.
4. Boost Buyer Confidence & Transparency
Buyers can review property-specific data upfront, making them more comfortable and more likely to proceed—a win for sellers and agents alike.
5. Stand Out in the Market
Offering full, digital transparency shows you’re a forward-thinking agency. It’s a tangible point of difference in a crowded market.
🛠 What the Experts Are Saying
“Preparing a compliant disclosure statement takes time, coordination, and the right documentation,” notes MAP Lawyers. “Now is the time to streamline how property details are collected and shared.”
The Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) agrees: “The onus is now clearly on the seller—and by extension their agent—to ensure all information is correct and provided before the buyer signs.”
⏰ Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
With less than a year until these laws go live, agencies who act now will have the competitive edge. Those who delay may face legal liability and lost listings.
Know Your Home empowers agents to deliver faster, more transparent, and compliant transactions—without the paperwork headaches.
📲 Ready to Stay Ahead of the game?
Book a demo to see how your agency can future-proof itself before the August 2025 deadline.
