What happens if the inspection turns up major problems?

First, take a breath. Almost no home is perfect, and a long list of items doesn't mean you should walk away, it means you have information. Your report should organize findings by significance: safety hazards, major systems near end of life, and routine maintenance. In Coon Rapids the heavy-hitters are usually a roof at the end of its life, an aging furnace or a cracked heat exchanger, an FPE or Zinsco panel, a sewer line with root intrusion, or significant moisture intrusion. With your inspection contingency, you generally have a few options: ask the seller to repair specific items, request a price reduction or closing credit so you can handle them, or, for something serious, renegotiate or back out within your contingency window. Get repair estimates from local contractors for big-ticket items so your ask is grounded in real numbers. Your agent will help you decide what's reasonable in the current market. The goal is a fair deal where you go in with eyes open, not a flawless house. A clear, well-photographed report is your leverage. Start with a free instant quote and we'll deliver a report you can actually negotiate from.