[header] How to use a real estate disclosure form [title] Talk to your agent about any known defects in your home. [substeps] Be up front and honest so your agent can sell your home truthfully. For example, if your basement floods during periods of heavy rain or your roof leaks, your agent needs this information. 
[title] Obtain the disclosure form that your state requires. [step] Many states have 1 specific form that sellers must use to disclosure any defects when selling property.