{"id":103490,"date":"2025-07-15T10:14:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T17:14:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=103490"},"modified":"2025-07-15T10:14:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T17:14:40","slug":"home-sale-contingency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-sale-contingency\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Sale Contingency Explained: A Quick Guide for Sellers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying a home is a big deal, and you want to make sure it\u2019s perfect before you sign. One way to do this is with a home sale contingency. Essentially, contingencies make sure all your conditions are met before actually buying the home, but we\u2019ll break down contingencies more in this article. Whether you\u2019re buying your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/guides\/buy\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">first home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/2025\/CO\/Boulder\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boulder, CO<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or a vacation home in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/12572\/SC\/Myrtle-Beach\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Myrtle Beach, SC<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it can be smart to add a contingency during the buying process. Our experts at Redfin Real Estate will help break it down below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A home sale contingency protects buyers from owning two properties at once.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sellers can assume risk such as uncertainty and delay when agreeing to a contingent offer, which can be helped by a kick-out clause.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When deciding to accept a home sale contingency, consider market conditions and personal timing preferences.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Table of Contents<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-home-sale-contingency\">What is a home sale contingency?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-does-a-home-sale-contingency-work\">How does a home sale contingency work?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-pros-and-cons-of-a-home-sale-contingency\">Pros and cons of a home sale contingency<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-should-i-sell-with-a-contingent-offer\">Should I sell with a contingent offer?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-faqs-about-home-sale-contingencies\">FAQs about home sale contingencies<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a home sale contingency?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A home sale contingency is a term added to a real estate purchase agreement by the buyer that makes the sale conditional on the buyer selling their current home first. Contingencies are often put in place to protect the seller, with this type of offer more likely to be rejected in a seller\u2019s market.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does a home sale contingency work?<\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The buyer submits an offer with a home sale contingency clause.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The seller receives the offer and decides to either accept, reject, or negotiate.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the seller accepts, the buyer has a specified time frame to sell their home as outlined in the clause.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often the seller will add a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-is-a-kick-out-clause\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kick-out clause<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the agreement, which allows the seller to market their home and if a better offer comes in, requires the original buyer to either drop the contingency or walk away.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the buyer sells their home, the deal proceeds and they can finalize their home purchase.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the buyer does not sell their home in the timeframe, the agreement is canceled without penalty (the buyer\u2019s earnest money is refunded), or they can ask for an extension, which the seller can approve or deny.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-103494 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"a man and women tour a white home with bright windows with a realtor\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-scaled.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-gustavo-fring-7489099-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros and cons of a home sale contingency<\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td><b>Pros<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cons<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>For buyers<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevents the buyer from owning two homes at once<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time to sell without having the need for interim financing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically a competitive offer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potential for limited negotiation power<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible timing uncertainty for closing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>For sellers<\/b><\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can increase the buyer pool<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potential negotiating leverage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased risk since the sale is dependent on the buyer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible timing delays for closing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should I sell with a contingent offer?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While each situation differs, consider your personal priorities, the local market conditions, and your risk tolerance before deciding to accept a contingent offer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider accepting a contingent offer if:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>It\u2019s a buyer&#8217;s market: <\/b>Being flexible can help attract serious buyers and avoid having your home sit on the market for a while.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>The buyer\u2019s home is already under contract: <\/b>If the buyer has already accepted an offer on the home they\u2019re selling, your risk and closing time will typically be lower.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>The home is in a \u201chot\u201d market: <\/b>If the buyer\u2019s home looks like it\u2019ll sell quickly, this is likely to also reduce your risk and time for closing.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You&#8217;re not in a hurry to sell: <\/b>If you\u2019re not under time pressure and are comfortable waiting, you won\u2019t be concerned with closing delays.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You add a kick-out clause: <\/b>Adding a kick-out clause acts as a safety net to help you get a better offer and avoid closing delays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider denying (or negotiating) a contingent offer if:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>It\u2019s a seller\u2019s market: <\/b>In a seller\u2019s market, you\u2019re likely to get non-contingent offers with stronger terms.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You have other offers: <\/b>Similarly, if demand for your house is high, taking the risk on a contingent offer is likely not worth it.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>The buyer\u2019s home isn\u2019t listed yet: <\/b>You\u2019ll likely endure closing delays if the buyer hasn\u2019t even started selling their home.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You need certainty on timing: <\/b>Home contingencies can\u2019t offer timing certainty, so accepting one could derail your plans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-103495 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"a realtor's hand holds a pen as they explain a home sale contingency on paper to a potential buying couple\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-2048x1366.jpg 1799w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7735691.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs about home sale contingencies<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How long does a home sale contingency last?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the terms are negotiable, a home sale contingency typically lasts 30-60 days.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What happens if the buyer doesn\u2019t sell their home in time?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the contingency period ends and the buyer hasn\u2019t sold their home, the agreement is canceled without penalty for the buyer and leaving the seller free to accept other offers. The buyer could also ask for an extension, which the seller can accept, deny, or negotiate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can a buyer waive a home sale contingency?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, a buyer may waive a home sale contingency to make their offer more appealing to the seller. However, they then run the risk of owning two homes at once.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a buyer, how do I make a home sale contingency offer attractive to sellers?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having your home listed, offering a competitive purchase price, having a shorter contingency time period, agreeing to a kick-out clause, and increasing the earnest money deposit are all great ways to make a home sale contingency offer more attractive to sellers.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Receive an offer with a home sale contingency? 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