Selling your home is a bit like deciding to jump off a diving board at a water park: you’re excited, a tad nervous, and you might even second-guess whether that splash will be graceful or a belly flop. But before you cannonball into the selling process, it’s important to know what’s lurking in the deep end. Today, we’re going to dive into the essential (and often overlooked) legal, tax, and financial considerations that every home seller—especially those in the legendary Kitsap County—needs to know before taking the plunge.

Grab your floaties (or a cup of coffee) because we’re about to make this as fun as a day at the beach while delivering some seriously important insights. So, let’s break it down into manageable chunks: disclosure requirements, tax implications, and the closing process. By the end of this post, you’ll be more than ready to sell your home without getting caught off guard by pesky details that could cost you more than just a few water wings.