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What’s included in the Michigan seller disclosure form?
Below is a section-by-section summary of what you’ll be asked to disclose when selling a home in Michigan. This is just a quick overview of what might appear on your form, and can help you plan better for what to expect.
Appliances, systems, and services
Sellers mark yes, no, or unknown for items such as:
☐ Major appliances (range/oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave)
☐ Home systems (electrical, plumbing, heating, central air, sump pump)
☐ Water and waste systems (well, pump, septic, city water/sewer)
☐ Extras (garage door opener, alarm system, ceiling fans, sprinkler system, fireplace, sauna/hot tub, pool equipment)
Property conditions and key systems
Structural and mechanical
☐ Basement or crawl space water issues
☐ Roof leaks and approximate age
☐ Heating system type/age
☐ Plumbing or electrical problems
☐ Pest history
Environmental and safety
☐ Asbestos, radon, formaldehyde, lead paint
☐ Fuel or chemical storage tanks
☐ Contaminated soil
☐ Flood insurance status
☐ Mineral rights ownership
Other items that may affect the property
☐ Shared features (fences, driveways)
☐ Encroachments or easements
☐ HOA or common-area oversight
☐ Unpermitted modifications
☐ Settling, drainage, flooding, or structural issues
☐ Major past damage (fire, wind, flood, landslide)
☐ Underground storage tanks
☐ Nearby farms, landfills, airports, shooting ranges
☐ Outstanding utility or municipal fees
☐ Pending litigation impacting the property
Other conditions and factors
This is an open-ended section where you can disclose anything not already covered that might affect the home’s value or a buyer’s decision, such as past insurance claims, neighbor disputes, or unusual property quirks.
Additional explanations
This is a freeform space to clarify any earlier answers or provide details that didn’t fit elsewhere. If you marked “yes” to something earlier in the form, this is your opportunity to explain it fully.
Download and print our Disclosure Litmus Test
Use this link to download a printable checklist (62KB) to prepare for completing the Michigan seller disclosure form. The questions on this Seller Disclosure Litmus Test reflect the types of details and issues you may need to reveal about your home — and what buyers expect to know.
Check off anything that applies to your Michigan property. If you’re unsure about something, make a note to ask your real estate agent or investigate further. The goal is to help you think through what needs to be documented and disclosed during the sale process.
