Financing A short sale when property is in disrepair

[Michael Lauther]

I have a retail buyer for a property that has repair issues predominantly mold in the finished basement caused by a pipe burst that dripped water over a long period of time causing water to enter the basement and mold to grow on Sheetrock walls and hung ceiling.
The potential Buyer can qualify for a mortgage and is willing to offer a price that would take into account repair costs of substantial deferred maintenance and mold. The property according to the buyer will not qualify because of the condition. Perhaps he is not looking in the right place for financing.

What options would this buyer have to purchase the property?