Real Estate Term: Contingency

Contingency: A part of the agreement that must be met, otherwise the other party can cancel the contract.

For example, a buyer interested in a home may place an offer but it is contingent upon the building being cleared by a certified home inspector. If it isn’t cleared, the contingency has not been met and the buyer can rescind the agreement.

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