Schedule a licensed pest inspection if your area or loan type commonly requires it, or if you suspect issues like termites. If problems show up, complete recommended treatments and keep the report and clearance letter handy for buyers and their lenders.

Replace flooring when it’s badly damaged, stained, or clearly outdated in a way that turns buyers off, especially in main living areas. If floors are worn but still serviceable, a deep clean, professional carpet cleaning, or refinishing hardwood may give plenty of impact without a full replacement.

Clear debris from the roof and gutters, make sure attic access is open, and gather any paperwork for past roof work or warranties. Be upfront about known leaks or patches, since inspectors will likely find them, and consider addressing minor issues ahead of time if they could scare buyers or

A repair credit is money you give the buyer at closing (as a seller credit) instead of fixing items yourself, so they can choose their own contractors and timing. It’s useful when there’s not enough time to schedule repairs, when work is disruptive, or when you and the buyer disagree

Review their inspection report, get your own estimates, and decide whether a fair one-time credit makes more sense than managing repairs yourself. Tie any credit to specific issues, keep it proportional to actual costs, and remember you can counter or say no if the request is excessive.

After the buyer completes inspections and you’ve negotiated any repairs or credits, they formally remove the inspection contingency in writing per the contract. Once removed, it’s much harder for them to cancel over condition issues, so verify all agreed repairs, dates, and addenda are signed before you rely on that