Earnest Money Disputes: Who Keeps the Deposit When a Deal Falls Through?
Published on: 26/09/2026
Will you actually get your real estate deposit back? Learn how earnest money, contingencies, and missed contract deadlines determine who keeps the escrow funds.
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