Brooklyn Seller's Post-Inspection
Decisio
n Checklist
Fix It or Credit the Buyer – Powered by Peter Mancini | Pen Realt
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Step 1: Review the Inspection Rep ort Read the full report with you r a gent Highlight al l issues flagge d — ma jor and min or Separate cosmetic concern s from safety/structural on es Step 2: Categorize Each IssueMinor
+ Inexpensive
Paint touch -ups Loose fixtu res or handl es Dripping fauce ts Recommendation: Fix it — reduce s b uyer hesitation Moderate + Non-urgent Agin g appli ances, Small cracks or dated finishe s, Recommendation: Of fer a credit — gives buyer flexibility Major + Safety/Structural Electrica l issues, Roof le aks, Found ation cracks Recommendation: Address before listing or renegotiate Step 3: Understand the Market Context Are you in a luxury market (e.g. DUMBO, Clinton Hi ll)? Buyers expect turnkey quality — fixing buil ds tru st Is it a fast-paced seller ’s market? Smaller credits may suf fice for speed and convenience
Step 4: Get Expert Help
Request repair estimate
s from li
censed professi
onals
Review option
s w
ith your real estate age
nt
Factor in timing and buyer type (in
vestor vs. en
d-user)
Step 5: Decide & Negotiate
Agree on what will be fixed prior to close
Determine any buye
r cre
dit amount
Document everything in th
e sales agree
ment
Prepare for the fin
al walkthro
ugh
Pro T
ip: Consider a pre-listing inspection to stay ahead of
surprises.
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