Deals fall through. The costs don’t disappear.
Buying or selling a home isn’t just about the right price — it’s about making it to the closing table. And today, a growing number of transactions never get there. Realty Guardian Safeguard Plans help reduce exposure to predictable pressure points that can trigger delays, cancellations, and unintended costs.
~1 in 7 canceled
Redfin reported that about 15% of pending U.S. home sales fell out of contract in August 2025. The chart below shows the August cancellation rate trend since 2017.
Fall-throughs are no longer “rare.”
Deal failure is no longer a one-off. Redfin’s reporting shows a meaningful share of contracts fall out before closing—often after key deadlines and expenses have already been triggered.
Many cancellations occur after inspections, repairs, or financing steps have started.
Out-of-pocket expenses can be real even when a contract doesn’t close.
Preparedness and safeguards help reduce exposure at predictable stress points.
Why do deals fall apart? It’s usually predictable.
Redfin’s agent survey shows most cancellations happen at well-known stress points—especially inspections, repairs, and financing. These moments can create delays, renegotiations, and unexpected expenses.
Why Kevin Swift Protects You with Realty Guardian Safeguard Plans
Realty Guardian was built around a simple principle: real estate transactions deserve protection—not just optimism. RG helps reduce exposure to predictable failure points and supports a calmer, more prepared path to closing. That's why the Guardian Real Estate Team provides plans for their clients.
Clearer planning, cleaner documentation, and better expectations reduce surprises that commonly trigger cancellations.
Inspections, financing, and appraisal are where deals strain. RG-aligned practices emphasize timelines, clarity, and solutions.
Where available, safeguards and member benefits can help soften the impact of certain unexpected expenses. See plan details for exact terms.