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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?

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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. Purchase mortgages today are taking over 40 days to close on average.