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4 Things Sellers Need to Know About Backup Offers

First Team Real Estate

The only way around re-listing is to accept backup offers, so during the planning phase of your home sale, talk to your listing agent about the pros and cons of backup offers. What does it mean when it says accepting backup offers? What is a backup offer? Backup offers, however, can be tricky.

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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate Sales

Realty Biz

If these contingencies aren’t met, the buyer can walk away from the deal. They will also get their earnest money deposit back , and the home will go back on the market. The home could be subject to a few different types of contingency. Home Inspection Contingency.

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Contingent vs. Pending: Real Estate Lingo Explained

RIS Media

The contingent status typically allows the home to be shown to other possible buyers, allowing backup offers to be made. Not all sales will have contingencies with them, but most will. Common real estate contingencies include the following: Inspection Contingencies. Appraisal Contingencies.

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What Is a Home Sale Contingency?

HomeLight

Other common contingency clauses include: Inspection Contingency: If the buyer finds fault with the home inspection report, they can ask for the seller to make repairs, or they can cancel the contract within the contingency period. Offer a larger earnest money deposit. Money talks!