Answers by Sheila Doney

A cracked heat exchanger and roof leaks are major issues, especially safety-related, so I would ask the seller to repair those with licensed contractors. The smaller items ie. holes, carpet, vent covers are more cosmetic. Instead of asking for everything, I would ask for a credit of some sort. I wouldn’t rely on a credit for the smaller items and for them to have the larger ones repaired. Better to have those fixed properly and then negotiate a credit if needed.

Overpricing can cause your home to sit on the market and ultimately sell for less. Pricing it right from the start gives you the best chance to sell quickly and for top dollar. I recommend speaking with a few other agents before making a decision.