Full Disclosure


Definition of "Full disclosure"

  1. Requirement to present all significant information related to a certain matter.
  2. Requirement for a real estate broker to provide all known information about the condition of the subject property.
  3. Requirement for a lender to disclose to borrowers the effective cost and terms of loans.

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