The Role of the Appraisal Contingency in Real Estate Contracts December 5, 2024 George Duarte Home Buyer Tips Comments Off on The Role of the Appraisal Contingency in Real Estate Contracts When you’re buying a home, one important component of the real estate contract is the appraisal contingency. This clause protects the buyer in case the property’s appraisal comes in lower than the agreed-upon sale price.