Who is responsible for tree removal?

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Is the buyer or seller responsible for tree removal?  Nothing came up in the inspection report, but the buyer is requesting tree removal.  How do we handle this?

Lynne Pruell · Accepted Answer

When a tree is encroaching on a neighbors property, Seller is generally responsible for removal.  If that is going to be a deal breaker, you may want to address that concern during the contract negotiations.

Joe Battersby · Answer

Everything is negotiable! It sounds like you are under agreement already, so any concessions you make should provide equal value back to you as the seller.

Peg Walsh · Answer

If the buyer is requesting tree removal, you can decide how to respond.  Is there a safety issue? Is it a deal breaker?  Discuss with your agent and negotiate the best solution.

Lawrence Hemsley · Answer

The buyer or seller is responsible for tree removal.

Michael Salamone · Answer

This is something to discuss with whomever is representing you (Your Agent). In this case it sounds like the buyers are making it a part of their negotiation.

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