Mortgage Refinance
Appraisal Contingency vs. Financing Contingency: Key Differences and Interactions
What is appraisal contingency? Explore the critical disparities between appraisal contingency and financing contingency in real estate transactions.
In real estate transactions, two crucial elements, appraisal contingency, and financing contingency, stand as sentinels, guarding the interests of both buyers and sellers. As we delve into the intricacies of these components, our focal point revolves around discovering the common questions: "What is appraisal contingency?" and "What ...
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