The short (and vague) answer is -- well, it depends on the terms of your contract. 

But, overall, here is how the inspection process typically flows....


As you can see above, after a buyer requests repairs (based on the home inspection) the seller can choose to make some, all or none of the requested repairs.  The transaction (and negotiations) can then go in a few different directions based on that response.

Learn more about the home buying process at....