Defects found on inspection?

Q: I am selling my house; the inspection has revealed several defects that I am not willing to repair or pay for. What are my options?

A: When a property inspection reveals defects, buyers typically request that the seller repair them within a certain deadline. As a seller you have several options: agree to make all the repairs, agree to make some but not all, refuse to make any repairs, or ask the buyer to share some of the cost of the repairs. Ask yourself, are the buyer's demands reasonable? If you were the buyer, would you want those repairs made? It is okay to negotiate. However, keep in mind that once you become aware of a problem, you are required to disclose it to other prospective buyers should the transaction fall through and you place the house back on the market. Therefore, unless a buyer's request is unreasonable, it is advisable to try to find common ground with them.