HomeLight

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Most buyers get an inspection, which may initiate repairs or re-negotiations. A buyer using a mortgage will most likely include the following contingencies (all of which have deadlines): Inspection contingency (note: this one is optional and buyers can choose to waive it). Appraisal contingency. Preparing the home.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2020

Out of the delayed contracts, the most common causes were financing issues (37%), followed by appraisal issues (18%) and inspection issues (16%). If this problem can’t be resolved, an appraisal contingency in the contract allows the buyer to cancel the agreement and retain their earnest money deposit. Problems with the title.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 13, 2022

If a contingency isn’t met, then buyers can back out of a deal without any repercussions and they can get their earnest money back. Common contingencies include issues with appraisals, home inspections, or the buyer’s home sale. How is an active contingent listing different from a pending listing? Appraisal contingencies.

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HomeLight

JUNE 30, 2021

Step 3: Include contingencies. Contingencies are certain conditions that must be met before the closing date and typically relate to financing, inspections, appraisals, and home sale. However, there are other contingencies that can’t be negotiated, such as those related to title and zoning. Financing contingency.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Contingencies can range from the relatively minor or otherwise workable — like requesting a $3,000 allowance to fix a plumbing issue that was revealed during inspection — to more serious stipulations, such as a buyer needing to sell their existing house before closing on the next. Negotiable contingencies. Home inspections.

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HomeLight

JULY 29, 2022

So get a contract, then call for a home inspection, and then call the insurance company — those are the calls that you make before you do anything else.”. That likely went right to your lender, so ask to get a copy from either them or directly from the title company. Problem: There’s a problem with an inspection.

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HomeLight

JULY 31, 2021

Inspection period. Jackson says there’s a decent chance a cash buyer will still include an inspection contingency in the contract — especially if they are offering closer to market value. Pay attention to the number of days allotted for the cash buyer to complete their inspection. Step 6: Pass the inspection.

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