Realtor's Corner for Mold Issues

It is the responsibility of all real estate professionals to properly inform their clients about the dangers, both physical and financial, that mold can have on a property.

On January 1, 2001, California's Toxic Mold Protection Act went into effect placing the liability for any undisclosed mold problems on the seller. Disclosures dealing specifically with mold now appear in the Buyer's Inspection Advisory and in the Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement.

It important as a realtor to find a qualified mold inspection company that can provide the following services:

• Detailed color photographs.
  
• Non-inflammatory language.
  
• Conservative lab analysis.
  
• services to help assure the buyer of the condition of their investment and exempt the seller from future mold related claims.
  
  

What should you be aware of as a Real Estate Professional?

• A standard home inspection DOES NOT address mold related issues.
• You could potentially be liable if you sell a home with undisclosed mold problems.