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Real Property - Termination of Residential Real Estate Contracts - Contingency Clauses

February 6, 2026

Summary

If enacted, this bill would alter the definition of 'contingency clause' in residential real estate contracts, affecting the circumstances under which a purchaser may terminate the contract. It would also change the time period within which a holder of trust money must distribute those funds to the purchaser. This primarily impacts purchasers, real estate agents, and title companies.

Source: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0691?ys=2026RS

Common questions

What does "Real Property - Termination of Residential Real Estate Contracts - Contingency Clauses" cover?
If enacted, this bill would alter the definition of 'contingency clause' in residential real estate contracts, affecting the circumstances under which a…
When was it published?
It was published on February 6, 2026.

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