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What Happens if the Inspection Contingency Expires on a Home Offer?

HomeLight

For this reason, most contracts contain an inspection contingency clause. But what happens if the inspection contingency expires? If this contingency period lapses before you’ve finalized your decisions, will you lose your deposit? Get Started How does an inspection contingency work? Will you lose the house?

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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. Earnest money deposits can be used as leverage in negotiations.

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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. Companies that buy houses for cash say they’re non-contingent and that they “don’t need an inspection period”.

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When Can a Buyer Cancel a Home Purchase Agreement?

HomeLight

Sale price and terms: The agreed-upon price for the property and the terms of the payment, including the earnest money deposit amount and financing details. Contingencies: Conditions that must be met for the sale to proceed, such as home inspections, financing approval, and the sale of the buyer’s current home.

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How to Make an Offer on a House

Point2Homes

For example, it’s common for real estate offers to be contingent on the results of the home inspection and appraisal , as well as whether the buyer is able to secure financing or not. If, after the home inspection, repairs need to be carried out, negotiations can continue. Stick to the essentials— home inspection , financing, etc.—and

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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. Companies that buy houses for cash say they’re non-contingent and that they “don’t need an inspection period”.

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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. Companies that buy houses for cash say they’re non-contingent and that they “don’t need an inspection period”.