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Pending legislation would end home inspection waivers in Massachusetts

Housing Wire

The bill essentially negates as a negotiating tool the waiving of the home inspection contingency , which makes an offer for a home contingent on the results of an inspection. That’s just the nature of the beast — the cyclic nature of the home-inspection profession.” and Canada. Department of Education.

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NAR: Cooldown Persists as July Pending Home Sales Dip 1.8%

RIS Media

According to the report, 27% of buyers bypassed appraisal and inspection contingencies in July. What the industry is saying: “The market may be starting to cool slightly, but at the moment there is not enough supply to match the demand from would-be buyers. Regional Breakdown: Northeast . MoM — Now 92.0 West. +1.9%

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How Much Do Unexpected Projects Cost New Homeowners?

RIS Media

“That sticker shock may be increasingly common in a competitive market where buyers are dropping inspection contingencies as a strategy to win a bidding war.

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Killer Tips For Negotiating a Home Inspection

Realty Biz

Let's look at what you need to know about home inspection negotiations. How to Negotiate Problems Found at a House Inspection. What Will Happen After a Home Inspection? The home inspection contingency in a real estate contract allows the buyer to back out of the sale when there are issues.

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How to navigate the real estate market through seller concessions

Real Trends

Most real estate contracts contain a home inspection contingency — it’s what gives the buyer and seller options in case a problem arises during an inspection. Buyers may choose to use their seller’s concession towards costly repairs outlined in the inspection.

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4 signs a pending home sale will fall through

Real Trends

Home sale contingency. I’ve shared the situations that can trigger a home inspection contingency or appraisal contingency. You should also be aware of home sale contingency. With this contingency, the buyer’s home must be sold before they can close on their desired purchase.

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How to Sell a House by Owner in Colorado

HomeLight

Buyers may ask for the offer to be contingent on other factors, such as the sale of their existing home or their ability to obtain financing. Closing date. Closing dates can be subject to negotiation as well. Buyers may need longer to secure financing or sellers may ask for additional time to move out after closing.