Maryland markets we buy in
- Baltimore: rowhouses, ground rent and vacant-property issues
- Silver Spring and Rockville: Montgomery County
- Prince George's County, Anne Arundel, Howard and Charles counties
- Next door: Washington, DC
What's different about selling in Maryland
Foreclosure has a mandatory notice and mediation
For an owner-occupied home, a Maryland lender has to send a Notice of Intent to Foreclose at least 45 days before filing, and once the case is filed the homeowner can ask for foreclosure mediation. That gives you time to sell and protect your equity before a foreclosure sale. More on selling to avoid foreclosure.
Probate starts with the Register of Wills
Each county, and Baltimore City, has a Register of Wills where an estate is opened. Maryland also has a simpler small-estate process for smaller estates. Once a personal representative is appointed, they can usually sell the house. See selling an inherited house.
Withholding for non-resident sellers
If you live outside Maryland, the state generally withholds income tax from your sale proceeds at closing unless an exemption applies. Heirs who inherited a Maryland house from out of state often run into this, so ask the title company or your accountant early.
Condo and HOA resale packages
Maryland requires the condo or HOA resale disclosure package when an association home is sold. We handle that with the title company.
Why Maryland owners sell to us
- Inherited houses, often with out-of-state heirs
- Rentals with tenants in place (selling a house with tenants)
- Pre-foreclosure (selling to avoid foreclosure)
- Divorce (selling during a divorce)
- Houses that need major work (selling a house as-is)
How it works
If listing with an agent would net you more, for example because the house is updated and you have time, we'll say so.
Maryland seller questions
Where in Maryland do you buy houses?
Baltimore City and County, Montgomery County (including Silver Spring and Rockville), Prince George's County, and surrounding counties. Call us about other areas.
How long do I have once I get a Notice of Intent to Foreclose?
The lender has to send it at least 45 days before filing. After filing you can request mediation. Selling during that window can protect your equity.
Can I sell an inherited Maryland house while I live in another state?
Yes. We close with a title company that can arrange remote signing. Maryland may withhold tax from a non-resident seller's proceeds unless an exemption applies.
Do you buy condos?
Yes. We handle the resale disclosure package with the title company.
Get a no-obligation cash offer
Tell us about the house and we'll get back to you with a written offer, usually within 24 hours.
