Queensland’s New Seller Disclosure Rules: What Buyers Must Know About Form 2

From 1 August 2025, the way you buy property in Queensland is changing — and it’s about time.

For the first time, sellers must provide a legally binding Seller Disclosure Statement — known as Form 2 — before a residential property contract is signed.

As a Buyer’s Agent in Brisbane, I welcome this change. It brings Queensland into line with other states and gives buyers like you a clearer view of what you’re really buying — before you’re locked in.

What Is Form 2?

Form 2 is a mandatory seller disclosure statement. It’s not optional. It must be provided to the buyer — along with supporting certificates — before you sign on the dotted line.

What Sellers Must Disclose:

Form 2 includes:

• A current title search
• The registered survey plan
• Details of any encumbrances, easements, or covenants
• Zoning and planning notices
• Information about flood zones, bushfire risk, or environmental issues
• Land tax, rates, and water notices
• For units/townhouses: a Body Corporate Certificate (if applicable)

Why This Matters for Buyers

Previously, sellers in Queensland weren’t required to disclose much at all. Now, if this form isn’t provided or is inaccurate, you may have the right to terminate the contract before settlement.

This is a major win for buyers. But don’t be fooled — while Form 2 improves transparency, it doesn’t replace proper due diligence. As a buyer’s agent in Brisbane, I’ve seen far too many buyers skip over the fine print and pay the price later. With these new rules, you now have the opportunity to make a fully informed decision—but only if you know what to look for.

You Still Need to Do the Work

Form 2 is not a building and pest report. It won’t tell you if:

• The roof leaks
• The wiring is dodgy
• The renovations were unapproved

That’s why having a local Buyer’s Agent in Brisbane who can read between the lines — and see what Form 2 doesn’t tell you — is still critical. A warning to the buyer. There’s important legal information here. You need to understand what you’re signing. You need to seek legal advice. You should not assume you can terminate the contract after signing if you’re not satisfied with the information in this statement.