Contact → assessment → 24-hour offer → accept → close in 7 days. Here's exactly how the process works in Massachusetts, what to ask before signing, and what to watch out for.
Call or submit a short online form. You'll need: property address, basic condition description, and your preferred timeline. No commitment — this is simply gathering information. Under 2 minutes.
A local team member visits your home — no cleaning, no staging, no repairs required. The visit typically takes 20–30 minutes. They walk through the property, assess condition, and note any major issues. All of these factor into the offer formula.
After the visit, you receive a written, no-obligation cash offer — typically within 24 hours. The offer reflects the property's as-is value minus the cost of repairs the buyer will make. No bait-and-switch: the written offer is what you get.
The offer is no-obligation. Take time to review it. Compare it to what you'd net from a traditional listing after agent commissions (5–6%), closing costs, repairs, and carrying costs during a 60–90 day sale process. Many sellers are surprised how close the net numbers are.
After acceptance, a Massachusetts real estate attorney handles the closing. You receive a certified wire or check at closing. No banks, no lender delays, no appraisal. If you need more time, cash buyers in Massachusetts will accommodate your preferred date.
All MA home sales require a licensed MA real estate attorney to conduct the closing, prepare the deed, and handle title clearance. A reputable cash buyer uses their own attorney — at no charge to you — and handles this entirely.
Massachusetts law requires a smoke and CO detector certificate from the local fire department before any sale closes. A cash buyer coordinates the inspection as part of the closing process — you don't need to manage this.
If your MA property is on private septic, a Title 5 inspection is required before a financed buyer can close. A cash buyer waives this requirement — no inspection scheduling, no certification, no remediation risk.
Massachusetts charges $4.56 per $1,000 of sale price (seller pays). On a $350,000 sale: $1,596. Your closing attorney handles the stamps — no additional action needed from you.
| Factor | Cash Buyer | Traditional Listing |
|---|---|---|
| Time to receive offer | 24 hours | Days to weeks (listing + showings) |
| Time to close | 7 days | 45–90 days |
| Agent commission | $0 | 5–6% of price |
| Closing costs | $0 (buyer pays) | 1–3% seller-side |
| Repair requirements | None — as-is | Buyer inspection + repair demands |
| Title 5 septic | Waived | Required before funding |
| Smoke/CO cert | Buyer coordinates | Seller's obligation |
| Attorney required | Yes — buyer coordinates | Yes — seller pays |
| Appraisal | None | Required by lender; may kill deal |
| Financing fall-through risk | 0% | 5–15% (financing contingency) |
Local team. No obligation. Cash offer within 24 hours, close in 7 days.
Call (401) 396-7427Get Cash Offer →Most reputable buyers provide a written offer within 24 hours of the property visit. Contact the buyer, schedule the visit (usually 1–2 days), and receive your offer within 24 hours of the visit.
(1) Are you paying with your own cash or hard money loans? (2) Can you provide proof of funds? (3) Do you use a Massachusetts-licensed attorney for closing? (4) Who pays closing costs? (5) What is your typical timeline? (6) Do you require a Title 5 inspection? (7) Are there any contingencies? A local cash buyer should answer all of these without hesitation.