In this episode of Disclosures and Consequences, Jason unpacks the Seller Property Questionnaire (SPQ) and explains why this often-overlooked form carries some of the biggest liability in a California real estate transaction. Through a real case involving a visible homeless encampment, a shocked buyer, and a lawsuit that cost a brokerage hundreds of thousands of dollars, Jason shows how one missed disclosure can change everything.

If you’re a California real estate agent looking to protect yourself, your clients, and your closings, this episode breaks down what the SPQ is really asking — and why the details matter more than you think.

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In this episode, real-estate risk specialist Jason Piske explains why the California TDS is one of the most misunderstood—and most dangerous—documents in a transaction. Perfect for brokers, team leaders, and agents who want stronger compliance practices, this episode breaks down how rushed disclosures, unclear seller statements, and unchecked boxes expose everyone to avoidable liability.

Jason shares real examples from the field, including failures to disclose noise issues, proximity to utilities, power inconsistencies, and ambiguous “repairs” that could have been caught early with better clarity.

If you manage agents or oversee files, this episode highlights where shortcuts typically appear and how better TDS handling can prevent disputes, save deals, and protect your brokerage from litigation.