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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?

HomeLight

The final sale hangs in the balance, waiting for certain conditions or “contingencies” to be met. These conditions can be anything from the buyer securing a mortgage, the home inspection clearing, or the sale of the buyer’s current home. What are the most common contingencies?

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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate Sales

Realty Biz

Let’s have a look at the most common types of contingency you are likely to see. Home Inspection Contingency. The purchase of the property can be contingent on the home inspector’s report. If the home requires some repairs, the price can be renegotiated, or the seller can fix the issues.

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Can You Put an Offer on a House That’s Contingent?

RIS Media

Since most homes are financed, and financing isn’t guaranteed until a buyer has signed the dotted line, failure to secure funds can put a home back up for sale. While financing may be pre-approved, the process is complex. Appraisals that are lower than expected may put a home back on the market.