"Why Honesty Matters When Selling Your Home | Disclosing Liens and Protecting Your Deal"

"When selling a home, honesty ain't just a good idea — it’s critical. Disclosing liens, debts, and property issues upfront can mean the difference between a smooth closing and a deal that goes sour."

I recently had a situation that sellers — and buyers — can learn a lot from.

We listed a home.It showed well.We found a buyer.We went under contract — not once, but twice.

But the deal didn’t fall apart because of the buyers.It didn’t fall apart because of the market.It fell apart because the seller wasn’t fully honest about the condition of the home — specifically, about serious liens attached to the property.

What Went Wrong

After contracts were signed and the wheels were spinnin, the truth Hit.The seller had liens she hadn't disclosed on any of her listing paperwork or during conversations.It wasn’t until the title company ran its checks that we found out — and by then, the buyer had already packed, scheduled movers, and put a Bag into the process.

Because of these undisclosed liens, the sale couldn’t close.The buyer had to walk away.The earnest money got tied up.The seller, instead of working to fix the situation, became non-cooperative — refusing to sign off on documents and stallin the process even more.

FREE Game for Sellers: Disclosing Liens to Protect Your Sale

If you're selling your home, PEEP this:The truth will come out.And if it doesn’t come from you, it’ll come from the title company, the lender, or the courts.

Being upfront from day one protects YOU:

✅ Faster closings.

✅ Smoother negotiations.

✅ Stronger trust between all parties.

✅ No surprise legal headaches later.

Trying to duck issues — whether it's liens, needed repairs, or title problems — doesn't make them go away.It just makes the fallout worse when they surface.

If you’re upfront, your realtor(Me) can help you strategize a smart plan to deal with anything standing in the way.Hiding it leaves you with fewer options — and fewer allies.

Lessons for Buyers: Why Having a True Advocate Matters

Buyers — you need someone to come in Clutch who doesn’t just open doors and set showing appointments.You need a protector.You need someone who asks the hard questions, pushes for early title checks, and fights for your investment — even when things get sticky.

The right agent can save you from heartbreak and financial loss, long before you ever load the first moving box.