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Generally, there's no cooling-off period after you sign a contract. (In Maryland, only a few types of transactions, such as door-to-door sales contracts, allow you a certain number of days to cancel.)

The contract also includes the final closing date. If, between signing the contract and the closing date, a party wants to back out of the sale, they may be sued for breach of contract.

Once your offer is accepted and the purchase contract is signed, you are bound to the terms of the agreement. However, you can still back out without penalty if you paid for an option period or have either an inspection or appraisal contingency. Just be sure to back out before the contingency expires.

The 4 essential elements of a Maryland real estate contract are: Mutual assent between the parties to enter the contract. A valid offer, acceptance of the offer, and adequate consideration. Legal capacity of the parties to enter the agreement.

If the buyer backed out prior to closing without relying on a valid contingency, you can sue for monetary remedies. Calculating the financial harm that the breach caused may prove difficult without the assistance of an experienced Maryland real estate attorney.

In Maryland, the time frame for canceling a real estate contract can vary depending on the specific terms and conditions of the contract. Typically, a buyer has the right to cancel a contract within a certain period after signing it, usually known as the "right of rescission" or "cooling-off period."