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The Kick-Out Clause A kick-out clause is a specific contingency that allows a home seller to accept a backup offer if the initial buyer has not fulfilled the listed contingencies. With a kick-out clause, the buyer agrees to void the contract if the seller receives a better offer from another buyer or real estate agent.
2. What is the 48-hour kick-out clause in real estate? The 48-hour kick-out clause gives the buyer 48 hours to remove their contingencies (like selling a current home) once the seller receives another offer. If the buyer doesn't act in time, the seller can cancel the original contract and accept the new one.
But, here's some good news: Most home sales reach closing, even with contingencies attached. A survey from the National Association of REALTORS® found that in early 2024 only 5% of sales contracts on homes were terminated. Only 13% of sales contracts during those months were delayed before being settled.
The most common time period allowed the first buyer to respond is 72 hours. However, my experience has convinced me that 72 hours is not always practical. For example, when do you begin counting the 72 hours? What happens if the 72 hours expires over a weekend or a legal holiday?
A property listed as contingent means the seller has accepted an offer, but they've chosen to keep the listing active in case certain contingencies, or conditions, aren't met by the prospective buyer. Sellers might continue to show the home and accept backup offers while a sale is pending on contingencies.
A home inspection contingency is often the most common real estate contingency. The National Association of Realtors® estimates that about 80% of buyers include a home inspection contingency in their contract.
“Kick Out” Clause Notwithstanding any other terms of this Agreement, SELLER shall have the right to continue to market SELLER'S property for sale.
One such contract is the contingency contract, which adds an element of flexibility and risk mitigation. Contingency contract is a legally binding document that specifies a condition that needs to be met before the contract can be executed.
Technically, yes — a seller can back out of a contingent offer. Before agreeing, they can choose to reject or counter the original offer with their own terms. Once the offer is accepted, if the contingencies aren't met, the seller can back out but there may be legal or financial implications involved.