Click here for more information on becoming Code Certified. This happens all the time. All houses come with problems. There are no perfect houses, new or resale. Again, it depends.
Some problems are major, some are minor.
With all resale houses, the price may reflect repairs needed. Items noted in the report may be general maintenance items that you as a new owner will be expected to do. Some of the items in the report will need to be addressed by the seller. Your Inspector probably will not be able to help you negotiate with your seller. That's where your agent will be very helpful to you.