A non-refundable application fee will be required at that time to start the approval process. Inspections must be ordered by buyer within time allowed by contract to avoid losing the right to have repairs done at the expense of the seller. Buyer chooses inspectors and pays for the reports. Communicate time of inspections to all parties so that the utilities will be on and the inspector will be able to gain access. Buyer gives copy of repair report and priority list to seller.
Seller gets estimates on priority repairs.
Repairs do not start until buyer has formal loan approval. Closing time is set at title company. Coordinate date for utility transfer through your agent. Buyer must arrange for homeowner insurance and tell title company well in advance of closing. Deep clean all rooms.