A “kick-out” clause is sometimes used if a seller wants to reserve the option to accept a better offer, once the property is under contract. A “no kick-out” clause means that the seller relinquishes this option once his/her home is under contract.

What’s the difference between pending and active under contract?

Active Under Contract vs Pending When a property is listed as “active under a contract,” there are conditions/contingencies that must be met before the deal can close. However, when a property is listed as “pending,” all the contingencies have been met and the deal is on the road to being finalized.

What is pending to active status?

If a property goes from Pending to Active, this means the original contract fell through for some reason (Buyer terminated during Option Period, Buyer couldn’t obtain financing, Contingency fell through, etc.). I’d be happy to check on a specific property you want more information on.

What does temporary active mean in real estate?

Active. This means that a property is currently on the market and available for sale. It may have received offers, but none have yet been accepted, which means that the opportunity is wide open for you to make a proposal.

Can you make an offer on a house that is active under contract?

If a house is under contract, can I still make an offer? Yes, you may make an offer. However, the seller cannot accept your offer unless there is a breach of the current contract to which they are a party.

What is active kickout?

“Active – Kick-Out” means that a Purchase and Sale Agreement requires the buyer to purchase only if the buyer is able to sell their current home. Talk to a real estate agent if you’re interested in a home listed as Active – Kick-Out.

Can a house under contract fall through?

A sale that is “under contract” means an agreement has been made between the seller and buyer, but the sale is still subject to contingencies. A pending sale can still fall through if there’s an issue with financing or the home inspection.

What is the difference between active and pending?

The key difference between active under contract and pending is the seller’s choice. With pending, the seller has said that they are comfortable with the contract, and no longer want to show and market the home. This property may still have normal contractual conditions (i.e. inspections, financing, etc.).

What comes first pending or contingent?

Does pending or contingent come first? Contingent deals are technically still active listings because they can fall out of the contract if contingencies are not met. If the contingencies are met, the deal with then advance to a pending status.

What does active no showings mean?

Definition of Active – No-Show A home may have an “Active – No-Show” status if the seller has stated that the home cannot be toured at that time. If you’re interested in a home that’s listed as Active – No-Show, contact a Redfin Agent in your area to get the details.

What does to temp not available for showing mean?

Temporarily Off Market is a status of a real estate listing that indicates that the home is temporarily unavailable for showings and offers. Listings are taken temporarily off market for a number of reasons. A home that is temporarily off market is still listed with a real estate agent.

What does CNTG/Ko status mean when buying a property?

For prospective homebuyers, CNTG/KO status means the seller is still actively marketing the property. You may be able to swoop in and take the property away from the original buyer with acceptable terms.

What does ‘contingent W/no kick out’ mean?

Answer: When the status on a property is listed as “Contingent w/no kick-out” it means that an offer has been presented to the seller with contingencies, and if those contingencies are not satisfied, then the seller may take another offer.

What does CNTG mean when buying a home?

This means that the seller has received an offer for the home subject to contingencies — which is what the CNTG stands for — but the seller may “kick out” or displace the first offer if the buyer does not make good the contingency within a specified time.

Do co-operating agents look at listings after status changes?

There is a strong argument to be made that many cooperating agents do not look at listings after the status changes from Active to Contract, CNTG / KO or CNTG / NO KO. It is common practice for MRIS subscribers to search for active listings in the MRIS database when looking for properties to show to potential clients.