Disclosure to a prospective purchaser
- Statute:
- California §4525 · Chapter CIV-4 (Davis-Stirling Act Ch. 4 — Ownership and Transfer)
- Topic:
- Records & Disclosure · Seller disclosure
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
Before transfer of title, the owner must provide the buyer a statutory packet: governing documents, the age of the CID, the assessment amount, unpaid assessments on the unit, any known violations, and the other items listed in this section.
📄 Read the official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Disclosure to a prospective purchaser
SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox.
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- What does California §4525 require?
- Before transfer of title, the owner must provide the buyer a statutory packet: governing documents, the age of the CID, the assessment amount, unpaid assessments on the unit, any known violations, and the other items listed in this section.
- Who does California §4525 apply to?
- California §4525 applies to HOA associations in California.
- What happens if our CID doesn't comply with §4525?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for California community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of California §4525?
- The official text is published by the California Legislature at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Disclosure to a prospective purchaser?
- SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §4525 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a California-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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