How do I negotiate with buyers after a home inspection?
By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®
Review the inspection report carefully with your agent. Prioritize genuine safety and structural issues over cosmetic complaints. You can agree to make repairs, offer a credit at closing, reduce the sale price, or decline certain requests. Most negotiations find a middle ground. Be reasonable and focus on keeping the deal together rather than fighting every item.
Why It Matters
Home inspection negotiations are a common point where deals fall apart. A cooperative approach preserves your sale.
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