What are real estate contingencies? A contingency is part of a real estate contract that requires a certain condition to be met before it is enforceable. If that condition is not met within the ...

the buyer can back out of the contract. Contingency clauses in real estate might require the buyer to obtain financing, the home to pass inspection, or an appraisal to be done. Understanding ...

When you’re working in an online document, the “undo” function can be an invaluable tool. So can a contingency clause when ...

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