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Real Estate Glossary

What is Contingency?

A contingency is a condition or clause in a contract that must be met before the contract becomes legally binding. In real estate, contingencies might include conditions such as the completion of a home inspection, the approval of financing, or the sale of the buyer's current home. If the contingency is not met, either party may be able to cancel the contract without penalty.