Lead-Based Paint Disclosure - Ch-ch-ch-changes

WE'RE BACK! Maura and Cheryl are back with an exciting third season and lots to talk about. Kicking it off with an in-depth discussion of lead-based paint disclosure and the changes to the EPA's required form, as well as some strategy for how to follow the new requirements and how to make sure you're covering all your bases in real estate transactions involving properties built before 1978. Tune in and make sure you and your contracts are all compliant with the requirements and the new changes to the EPA's form.

A few resources we promised you in this episode:

• As always, Cheryl's smartstips.com website is one that you should have bookmarked for easy access and reference for all your contract-writing needs. Specifically for this episode, keep an eye out for the two NEW stips she has provided regarding the lead-based paint disclosure.
• The EPA's pages on Real Estate Disclosures about Potential Lead Hazards can be found here >> https://www.epa.gov/lead/real-estate-disclosures-about-potential-lead-hazards , INCLUDING their new form (updated April 24, 2024), which can be found here >> https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/documents/selr_eng.pdf (Georgia REALTORS, you can find the new GAR version of this form in the contract forms that were revised and released on July 1, 2024)
• Additionally, did you know the EPA offers the "Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home" brochure in 11 languages other than English? You can find them here >> https://www.epa.gov/lead/protect-your-family-lead-your-home-real-estate-disclosure
• Full rule with definition of Agent >> https://www.hud.gov/sites/documents/DOC_12347

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