HomeLight

JUNE 9, 2023

.” So, what does contingent mean in real estate? 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.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

When a home sale is listed as contingent, it means that the seller has accepted an offer with contingencies. This means that certain clauses have to be completed, by perhaps both buyer and the seller, for the sale to close. If these contingencies aren’t met, the buyer can walk away from the deal.

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Windemere Buying

JUNE 22, 2022

Sellers will typically request alterations like a higher price, a modification to your contingencies , or an adjustment of closing dates. Prepare for counteroffers ahead of time with your agent by discussing your price limit , how much you’re willing to budge on your contingencies, your flexibility around closing dates, etc.

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