Expensive Repairs: How Are They Handled During a Real Estate Deal?

Whether you’re buying or selling, expensive repairs can feel like a major hurdle — but they don’t have to be a deal-breaker.

Here’s how repairs are usually handled during the transaction process:

🔍 For Buyers

Once you’re under contract, you’ll typically have a home inspection. If the inspector finds major issues (foundation damage, roof repairs, plumbing problems, HVAC concerns), you can:

• Request that the seller make the repairs

• Ask for a credit at closing to handle them yourself

• Renegotiate the price based on the findings

Every situation is different — and this is where your agent becomes your advocate.

🏠 For Sellers

You’re not legally required to fix everything that pops up on an inspection report, but serious issues can make buyers back out or ask for a steep discount.

If you want to stay in control of the deal:

• Get a pre-listing inspection to catch issues early

• Offer repair credits instead of doing the work

• Be flexible with serious items that could kill financing

✅ Pro Tip:

Repairs don’t have to derail a deal. With the right strategy (and a responsive agent), you can navigate them confidently and keep your sale on track.

Have questions about your home’s condition or how to prepare for repairs?
📩 Reach out today — I’m happy to help you think through the options.