Navigating Contingent Contracts in Real Estate
Contingent offers in real estate are making a big comeback — but that doesn’t mean they’re easy to navigate. In fact, they’re more complicated than ever in a shifting market with higher buyer leverage and longer timelines. That’s why in this episode, we’re digging into what’s really happening behind the scenes of contingent contracts — and how to handle them like a pro.
We’re sharing personal stories from our own listings, the contract clauses that now go into every deal, and how we coach buyers and sellers through this tricky process with clarity and confidence. This episode isn’t about theory — it’s about real-life contingency problems and what to do when the train feels like it’s headed nowhere.
In this episode, we cover:
- The top mistakes agents make with contingent clients
- How to structure timelines that actually work
- What to add to your contingency clause to protect your seller
- Smart strategies to keep your buyer calm and committed
- Why status changes (like pending vs. contingent) matter
Need a refresher on how contingencies work in contracts? Start with Episode 218. Then, check out Episode 65 for our complete guide to buying and selling at the same time.
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