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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?

HomeLight

A property listed as “contingent” in real estate means the seller has accepted an offer, but the deal isn’t fully closed yet. The final sale hangs in the balance, waiting for certain conditions or “contingencies” to be met. What are the most common contingencies?

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4 signs a pending home sale will fall through

Real Trends

How often does a pending home sale fall through? A pending sale may be referred to as “under contract” by some real estate agents. A sale is considered pending until the seller formally accepts an offer from a buyer. It should be reassuring for all real estate agents that not many home sales fall through.

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Insights Into The Maryland Housing Market: Trends And Forecasts For 2024

Realty Biz

While rising prices and mortgage rates present challenges, it’s still possible to find your dream home with the right strategy. This article explores the key factors home buyers need to know about the Maryland housing market this year. Consider keeping your finance contingency for your protection.

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10 Signs Your Real Estate Market Is Shifting

Realty Biz

Sellers are driving the market and often get more than the asking price. Falling sales prices are a clear indicator that the seller’s market is losing steam. The comparable sales will often be based on a different market. The Number of Homes For Sale Rises. Homes Take Longer to Sell.

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Do I Accept the First Offer on My House, or Wait and See?

HomeLight

After listing your home for sale, you eagerly, nervously … anxiously await the news that someone wants to buy it. You found your new home and want to avoid carrying two mortgages. Your house has been on the market three months or more. Contingencies : Various types of purchase contingencies can delay a sale.

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How Fast Can I Sell My House? It Can Take 75 Days or 12

HomeLight

The recent housing market has been hot and competitive due to an extreme lack of inventory. For a seller in a hurry, the shortage of homes means you can anticipate fewer days on market (DOM). How it might take 12-75 days to sell your home. What do days on market mean? Direct Buyer (Simple Sale).

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Countdown to Closing: How Long Does it Typically Take to Sell a House?

HomeLight

The overarching question, as you make your way down your pre-sale checklist , is likely something along the lines of: “How long is this going to take?”. home was on the market for an average of 24 days , with Ellie May estimating an average of 46 days to close on a purchase loan. Your sale could be different.

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