after a house inspection. Be practical and presume that issues will arise. It’s not uncommon to have to pay for some repairs. Don’t let the buyer’s request to complete a minor repair kill the deal. On the other hand, don’t commit to fixing anything in advance (e.g., “Sure, we can put on a new roof ”), unless you are sure you can manage it emotionally and financially. Determine the kind of repairs you can practically take care of, then commit to that decision. Some repairs can become unmanageable and could cost you big money. This alone could be where your expert real estate agent is invaluable. They will advise you of what is a necessary expense and what is not. I've spoken to sellers who have sold by owner and paid thousands of dollars for multiple items that were completely unnecessary and the seller was thinking they were "supposed to cover those costs". An expert real estate agent will make sure this process goes as smoothly as possible. They will make sure all of the required forms, such as your Sellers Disclosure and Lead Based Paint Disclosure are completed and presented to all potential buyers prior to any offers being presented. This can avoid requests for repairs.
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