HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2024

What contingencies might be attached to ‘under contract’ listings? Oriana Shea , a top-rated agent in California who has been helping homebuyers for 26 years, says that, depending on local multiple list service (MLS) rules and where the property is located, a listing might actually be tagged as “contingent” rather than under contract.

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RIS Media

MAY 19, 2021

” There are other statuses in the MLS listings like “Pending,” “Contingent,” “Coming Soon” and “Expired.” One of the most confusing things for buyers and sellers to understand is what contingent means vs. pending. Contingent vs. Pending? Appraisal Contingencies.

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The Close

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The less your buyers need to finance, the less likely the deal will fall through. They only had to finance a small part of the home loan (less than $100,000) after they offered to pay 80% of the list price in cash. Offer a Sizeable Down Payment Make a big impression by offering a large earnest money deposit (EMD) to hold the contract.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

If these contingencies aren’t met, the buyer can walk away from the deal. They will also get their earnest money deposit back , and the home will go back on the market. The home could be subject to a few different types of contingency. Home Inspection Contingency. These appraisal tips will help.

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HomeLight

MARCH 20, 2023

Other common contingency clauses include: Inspection Contingency: If the buyer finds fault with the home inspection report, they can ask for the seller to make repairs, or they can cancel the contract within the contingency period. Offer a larger earnest money deposit. Money talks!

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HomeLight

APRIL 28, 2023

Since you won’t be able to access MLS data without a real estate license, you’ll need to look at major home search sites to collect your data. Listing on the multiple listing service (MLS) will get your property more visibility. Conduct your own comps analysis Compare your home’s features against the nearby comps you collected.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 3, 2023

Since you won’t be able to access MLS data without a real estate license, you’ll need to look at major home search sites to collect your data. Listing on the multiple listing service (MLS) will get your property more visibility. Let’s review some of the top points of negotiation you may encounter: Contingencies. Earnest money.

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