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During the inspection objection period of a Colorado Contract to Buy and Sell Real Estate, buyer Kevin submits an Inspection Objection to the seller listing concerns about a cracked foundation and faulty electrical panel. The seller has three options under the CREC-approved contract process. Which of the following correctly describes the seller's options upon receiving the Inspection Objection?

Correct Answer

B) The seller may agree to correct all items, agree to correct some items, or decline to correct any items

Under the CREC-approved Contract to Buy and Sell Real Estate, when a buyer submits an Inspection Objection, the seller has the right to respond by agreeing to correct all items, agreeing to correct some items (partial resolution), or declining to correct any items. The seller is not obligated to make any repairs. If the parties cannot reach agreement, the buyer may then choose to terminate or proceed with the contract.

Answer Options
A
The seller must correct all items listed in the Inspection Objection or the contract automatically terminates
B
The seller may agree to correct all items, agree to correct some items, or decline to correct any items
C
The seller may agree to correct all items, offer a price reduction, or terminate the contract
D
The seller must respond within 24 hours or the contract automatically terminates

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inspection_objectioncrec_contractseller_optionsinspection_resolution

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