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HB 2517

Creates provisions relating to certain disclosures by a real estate wholesaler

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Brown

Missouri bill mandates real estate wholesalers disclose their role and financial interests in property transactions to increase buyer/seller transparency.

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Bill Summary · HB 2517

Legislative bill overview

HB 2517 establishes mandatory disclosure requirements for real estate wholesalers operating in Missouri. The bill requires wholesalers to provide specific information to relevant parties during real estate transactions, likely including details about their role, fees, and financial interests in the deal.

Why is this important

Real estate wholesalers operate in a largely unregulated space, buying properties and quickly reselling them for profit without performing significant improvements. Without disclosure requirements, buyers and sellers may not understand they're dealing with a wholesaler or comprehend the financial structure of the transaction, potentially leading to uninformed decisions or exploitation of inexperienced parties.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition and scope: Disagreement over what constitutes a "real estate wholesaler" and which transactions trigger disclosure requirements, potentially affecting small investors or casual property flippers differently than professional wholesalers
  • Competitive impact: Wholesalers may argue that mandatory disclosures disadvantage their business model compared to traditional real estate agents and brokers who face different regulatory frameworks
  • Enforcement and penalties: Unclear mechanisms for enforcement, who monitors compliance, and what penalties apply for violations could create uncertainty for both wholesalers and consumers seeking recourse

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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