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Real Estate Pending Vs. Contingent: MLS Lingo Explained for Sellers

HomeLight

That’s why it’s important for your real estate agent to keep your property’s status up to date, both in the multiple listing service (MLS) that agents cooperatively use, as well as in online marketplaces, which pull data from the MLS. An offer has been accepted, and the sale is expected to close. Why have a backup offer on hand?

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What is a Contingent House Listing?

Point2Homes

Homes for sale may be subject to different contingent statuses, which may also be referred to differently, according to the individual multiple listing service (MLS). A backup offer is not uncommon in real estate sales. If the first sale falls through, the backup offer will then be in position to move forward with the purchase.

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What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate Sales

Realty Biz

If you follow all of the proper steps in selling a home , you will never have to worry about accepting an offer with a home sale clause. This contingency is often required by lenders to make sure the home is worth what the buyer has offered for it. In real estate jargon, this is referred to as a “backup offer.”

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The Meaning of Active Under Contract Explained

Realty Biz

In other locations, the sale may be referred to as being contingent in the multiple listing service (MLS). The seller has agreed to accept a contingent offer from the purchaser. During this time, the seller can still accept backup offers from other interested parties. Making an Offer on a House Under Contract.

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Agent Spotlight: Christine Bova

First Team Real Estate

Through my involvement with the community, I am fortunate to have an extensive professional network in Orange County , which has been beneficial in allowing me to uncover and assist my clients even better, helping them purchase amazing properties not publicly listed on the MLS, as well as discreetly selling.

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What Is a Home Sale Contingency?

HomeLight

A kick-out clause acts as a sort of compromise in light of an offer with a home sale contingency. They may be able to accept backup offers as well, depending on how the clause is written. The house stays on the market and it’s marked in the MLS as an active first right. In Allen’s market, this term is more common.

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Active Pending Short Sales: What Are They, And Can You Still Make an Offer?

HomeLight

The homeowner could also have over-extended themselves with home equity loans or lines of credit, or the property might have some kind of financial lien placed against it, all of which can result in the owner being “underwater” on the home’s value vs. what is owed. Active” means the house is actively listed on MLS, or is actively for sale.