In a real estate contract, a contingency is a clause that outlines a specific condition that needs to be met before the contract is binding and closing can occur. These contingencies act as a safety net for both the buyer and seller, allowing them to back out of the deal if the condition isn't satisfied. A few examples: mortgage contingency, home inspection contingency or home sale contingency.
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