Inspection Contingency

Market Datavs. 1 year ago

30-year mortgage6.58%▼ -0.16 pts15-year mortgage5.96%▲ +0.09 pts10-year Treasury4.71%▲ +0.31 ptsMortgage spread1.87 pts▼ -0.47 ptsMedian list price$430k▼ -2.5%List $/sqft$228▼ -2.1%Days on market53 +0 daysActive listings1.1M▲ +1.9%New listings463k▲ +2.4%Pending sales506k▲ +4.9%Housing starts1.43M▲ +3.5%Building permits1.37M▼ -1.8%New-home sales628k▼ -5.6%Existing-home sales4.09M▲ +2.8%Months of supply9.3▲ +0.3 moMortgage delinquency1.89%▲ +0.12 pts

as of Jul 2026

Contingencies Explained: Inspection, Financing and Appraisal Clauses

July 20, 2026July 4, 2026

Real estate contingency concept with folders, house model, inspection and mortgage items.

Real estate contingencies can protect buyers, but they also affect offer strength. Learn inspection, financing and appraisal clauses.

Home Inspection Checklist 2026: What Buyers Should Not Skip

July 16, 2026July 3, 2026

Home inspection checklist concept with flashlight, tester, clipboard, and house model.

A practical home inspection checklist for 2026 buyers, including roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and safety issues.

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