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What Is a Mortgage Contingency? Purchase Offer Protection

HomeLight

If your loan application is denied, or you can’t secure financing under the terms outlined in the contingency, you can withdraw from the deal and typically recover any earnest money deposit you’ve made. This is all part of the due diligence period.

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How Can a Buyer Get Their Earnest Money Back?

Realty Biz

You must put up an earnest money deposit when you buy a home. The purpose of earnest money is to show you're serious about buying. Many people refer to earnest money as a good-faith deposit. It is held in escrow until closing or until the buyer or seller terminates the contract.

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3 Big Reasons Your Home Offer Was Rejected—and How To Play It Right Next Time

Realtor.com

Your earnest money deposit was too ‘cheap’ If there’s one part of the offer you shouldn’t cheap out on, it’s the earnest money deposit. “But that’s not to say that a buyer should waive the due diligence period,” she adds. Make it shorter, but don’t waive it.

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When Can a Buyer Cancel a Home Purchase Agreement?

HomeLight

This comprehensive document details everything from the purchase price, down payment, and financing terms to contingencies, closing dates, and any specific conditions both parties must meet before the sale can be finalized. It includes key elements such as: Property details: The address and legal description of the property.

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What to Look Out for when Working with Cash Buyers

CT Homes

When a buyer submits a “Non-Contingent” offer, they are essentially forfeiting any and all of their privileges to perform due diligence on a property they’re interested in. The more complex a project, the more time a buyer may need to perform due diligence. Low Earnest Money Deposit.

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How to Make an Offer on a House

Point2Homes

Then, when all parties are happy with the offer, and all conditions have been met, you can close the deal. This is especially true for closing dates. If they want to close as soon as possible but need more time before they can move out, you can be generous and offer them a month’s rent-free accommodation.

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What to Look Out for when Working with Cash Buyers

CT Homes

When a buyer submits a “Non-Contingent” offer, they are essentially forfeiting any and all of their privileges to perform due diligence on a property they’re interested in. The more complex a project, the more time a buyer may need to perform due diligence. Low Earnest Money Deposit.