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What Does Selling As-Is Mean in Florida?

By Prop Hunters · Updated October 16, 2026 · Miami Lakes, FL

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The Short Answer

Direct answer

Selling as-is in Florida means you agree to sell the house in its current condition and won’t make repairs or give repair credits. It does not erase your duty to disclose known defects that aren’t obvious to the buyer, and the buyer can usually still inspect and — depending on the contract — cancel during the inspection period.

What “as-is” covers — and what it doesn’t

  • It covers repairs: you aren’t agreeing to fix things the buyer finds.
  • It doesn’t cover disclosure. Under Florida law, a seller must disclose known facts that materially affect the value of a home and are not readily observable by the buyer, and an “as-is” clause doesn’t waive that duty.
  • It doesn’t stop the buyer from inspecting. Florida’s standard “as-is” contract still gives a buyer an inspection period and the right to cancel within it if they’re not satisfied.

Disclosures to know

  • Known material defects — roof leaks, past water intrusion, termites, structural problems and similar. See the overview from Florida Realtors.
  • Flood disclosure. Since October 1, 2025, residential sellers must provide a flood disclosure at or before signing, covering known flood damage, flood insurance claims and any assistance received (Fla. Stat. § 689.302).
  • Lead-based paint for homes built before 1978 (EPA).

Who buys as-is

As-is buyers are usually cash buyers, investors and builders who plan to renovate or rebuild. They price the repairs in, so you don’t manage contractors or clean out the house. Read our page on selling as-is in South Florida and our guide to how offers are calculated.

Tips if you’re selling as-is

  1. Write down everything you know about the house’s problems and disclose it.
  2. Gather permits, receipts and warranties — they can raise an offer.
  3. Don’t hide damage or paint over a known issue.
  4. Get a title search early so liens and open permits are no surprise.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I still have to disclose problems if I sell as-is?

Yes. If you know of a material defect that the buyer can’t easily see, you have to disclose it. An as-is clause doesn’t remove that duty.

Can a buyer back out of an as-is sale?

Often, yes — during the inspection period in the contract. After the inspection period ends, cancelling usually isn’t allowed without a contract reason. Read your contract.

Does as-is mean a lower price?

Usually the price reflects the condition and the repairs a buyer must make. That can mean a lower price than a repaired house, but you also avoid repair costs, showings and delays.

Do I need to clean out the house?

Not for us. We buy as-is, including furniture and belongings left behind, subject to the contract.

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This guide is general information, not legal or tax advice. Florida law changes, and every situation is different — talk to a Florida attorney or tax professional about yours.

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