SELLING IN MASSACHUSETTS
Complete compliance guide for selling your home in Massachusetts. Meydomo handles all state-specific requirements, MLS compliance, and legal disclosures.
Last updated November 10, 2025
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Licensed Qualifying Broker Supervision
Every Meydomo transaction in Massachusetts operates under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker who ensures full regulatory compliance:
- • Daily: Review all new listings, price changes, and advertising
- • Weekly: Audit 10% of active files for compliance
- • Monthly: Reconcile trust accounts and verify licenses
- • 24/7 Escalation: Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for direct Broker access
- • Coverage: E&O insurance on every transaction
AI handles the volume. Broker ensures compliance. You get both for $199 + $999.
Massachusetts Real Estate Overview
Massachusetts is an attorney-closing jurisdiction with no general property condition disclosure requirement, but mandatory lead paint and Title 5 septic disclosures. The market is expensive with continued appreciation.
Federal Compliance Checklist
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Disclosure
Federal law (Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992) requires sellers of homes built before 1978 to disclose any known lead-based paint or lead hazards and provide buyers with the EPA’s lead hazard information pamphlet. In addition, Massachusetts has its own lead law: homes built before 1978 must also give buyers a Massachusetts lead notification form and certification of compliance or transfer forms if applicable. Buyers of pre-1978 homes in MA must also receive the state’s Lead Poisoning Prevention brochure.
Fair Housing Act (No Discriminatory Advertising)
Under the federal Fair Housing Act (and parallel Massachusetts anti-discrimination law), sellers and agents must not advertise in a discriminatory manner. Mass. Gen. Laws ch.151B also prohibits discriminatory statements in real estate ads. Terms indicating preferences or limitations for any protected class (race, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, disability, etc., and in MA, also things like sexual orientation, gender identity, etc.) are illegal.
State-Level Rules Sellers Must Follow
No Standard Seller Disclosure Form
Massachusetts law does **not** require a comprehensive written seller disclosure form for property condition (the state leans toward caveat emptor). Sellers must **not** actively conceal defects, and if asked about a specific issue, must answer honestly, but there isn’t a mandated form listing every property element. Many sellers in MA do voluntarily fill out a property information questionnaire provided by REALTORS®, but it’s not legally required. However, MA does impose a few specific disclosure mandates: (1) If the property has a septic system, the seller must provide the buyer with a Title 5 inspection report (septic inspection) dated within 2 years prior to sale, or within 6 months after sale under certain weather conditions. (2) Sellers must install smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms and obtain a certificate of compliance from the local fire department before closing, then give a copy to the buyer. (3) The sale contract must include a **Megan’s Law** clause advising buyers to check the sex offender registry; sellers are generally not required to disclose if a prior occupant had HIV/AIDS or if the property was the site of a death or felony (those are considered “psychologically impacted” property events under MA law, not required to be disclosed).
County & City Considerations
Local Point-of-Sale Obligations
Massachusetts cities and towns enforce the state’s smoke/CO alarm inspection requirement at the local level (e.g., Boston Fire Dept issues a smoke/CO certificate). Additionally, some municipalities have their own bylaws triggered by a sale: for example, the City of Boston requires energy scoring for large buildings (but not single-family homes), and some towns on Cape Cod require inspection of septic or cesspools beyond state Title 5. Overall, beyond ensuring the state Title 5 (septic) and fire alarm rules are complied with, there aren’t extra separate "disclosure" forms by local governments that sellers must give buyers.
Seller Disclosure Requirements
What sellers must disclose in Massachusetts:
- No general defect disclosure statute - modified caveat emptor
- Lead Paint Disclosure mandatory for pre-1978 homes (105 CMR 460)
- Title 5 septic inspection required before transfer (310 CMR 15.301)
- Must answer truthfully if asked about defects
- Fraud or misrepresentation is actionable
MLS Rules & Listing Logistics
MLS Practices (MLSPIN and Others)
Massachusetts’s primary MLS (MLSPIN) requires a listing agreement and has adopted the Clear Cooperation rule. MLSPIN rules require at least one photo (usually an exterior front) be posted within a few days of listing. Agents customarily upload the fire department smoke certificate and Title 5 septic certificate (if applicable) as attachments in MLS once obtained, to facilitate closing. MLS remarks cannot say anything like "no Section 8" or otherwise discriminatory (both MLS and Massachusetts law would penalize this). Since Massachusetts doesn’t have a standard seller condition report, the MLS listing itself often contains some property condition info (like age of roof, furnace, etc. if known), but buyers are expected to do due diligence via inspections.
How Much Equity You Keep on a $575,000 Sale
Every seller sees the math before launch. We assume a $17,250 buyer-agent incentive (3%) across all options so you can compare apples-to-apples with “flat fee” services that tack on a percentage at closing.
| Option | Upfront Fees | Due at Closing | Total Listing Cost | Buyer Agent (3%) | Total Listing & Selling Costs | Savings vs 6% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meydomo Flat-Fee MLS1 | $199 | $999 | $1,198 | $17,250 | $18,448 | $16,052 |
| Housecoin “Flat Fee”2 | $0 | $5,750 | $5,750 | $17,250 | $23,000 | $11,500 |
| Houzeo Silver Plan3 | $249 | $2,875 | $3,124 | $17,250 | $20,374 | $14,126 |
| Traditional 6% Agent4 | $0 | $17,250 | $17,250 | $17,250 | $34,500 | — |
* Buyer-agent line assumes a 3% incentive across every scenario. Sellers can set Meydomo buyer-agent payouts anywhere from 2% to 3%.
1 Meydomo pricing: $199 to launch, $999 at close. Buyer-agent incentives remain optional.
2 Housecoin advertises no upfront cost but charges 1% of sale price at close (marketed as “flat fee”).
3 Houzeo Silver plan: $249 list fee plus 0.5% at close, subject to $999 minimum (houzeo.com/pricing).
4 Traditional listing assumed 3% listing-side commission and 3% buyer-agent commission (typical 6% split).
Massachusetts Seller FAQ
How does Meydomo's $999 service work for sellers in Massachusetts?
We handle MLS entry, buyer-agent coordination, disclosures, and closing support under the supervision of a licensed Qualifying Broker. You pay $199 today and $999 when the deal closes—no percentage commission. Every transaction includes daily Broker review, weekly file audits, and professional oversight.
Who supervises the AI agents in Massachusetts?
Our licensed Qualifying Broker maintains non-delegable supervisory responsibility for all transactions. The Broker performs daily reviews of new listings and price changes, weekly audits of active files (minimum 10%), monthly trust account reconciliation, and immediate intervention for complex situations. This ensures full compliance with state real estate laws.
Can I still offer buyer-agent commission in Massachusetts?
Yes. You decide what to offer buyer agents (often 2–3%). Meydomo publishes it in the MLS and we show how it affects your net in the cost table and calculator. Our Broker reviews all commission structures for compliance.
What happens when an agent calls from Massachusetts?
Our AI agents answer inbound calls instantly with licensed Qualifying Broker oversight, qualify buyers, and route serious inquiries to you or your transaction coordinator so you never miss momentum. The Broker monitors all interactions for compliance and intervenes when professional judgment is needed.
Can I get compliance help with Massachusetts disclosures?
Yes. We walk you through every required form, double-check timelines, and keep a shared checklist so nothing slips through state or MLS rules. Our Qualifying Broker reviews all disclosures before publication to ensure legal compliance.
How can I reach the Qualifying Broker directly?
Direct Broker escalation is available 24/7. Call (448) 408-1873 and press 9 for priority routing, or email broker-escalation@meydomo.com. Response time is within 4 hours for urgent matters, 24 hours for general concerns. The Broker handles complex negotiations, regulatory issues, and any situation requiring professional real estate judgment.
Tools to Plan Your Massachusetts Sale
Commission Savings Calculator
See the exact dollars you keep in Massachusetts: $11,000-$24,000 savings vs traditional $12,000-$25,000 commissions.
Launch tool →Offer Comparison Grid
Line up every Massachusetts offer and see which terms actually deliver the highest net.
Launch tool →Closing Timeline Planner
Map every disclosure, inspection, and funding deadline required in Massachusetts.
Launch tool →Commission Savings in Massachusetts
Compare a traditional 6% listing with Meydomo's $199 upfront + $999 at closing. Adjust the buyer-agent incentive to match your plan.
Enter a sale price and commission assumptions to see the dollar impact of Meydomo's flat fee.
Closing Timeline Generator
Timeline automation ships in Phase 2. Beta testers get first access when we roll out inspection, financing, and escrow countdowns.
Explore the toolMarket Insights & Trends (2024-2025)
Current Market Data
- • Median home price: ~$575,000 statewide
- • Year-over-year growth: +3.0%
- • Greater Boston median >$700,000
- • Inventory extremely tight throughout state
- • Market remains highly competitive for buyers
Cities We Serve in Massachusetts
Meydomo provides comprehensive MLS coverage and compliance expertise across all major population centers in Massachusetts.
Rank #1
Boston
Estimated population: 658,279
Rank #2
Worcester
Estimated population: 183,677
Rank #3
Springfield
Estimated population: 153,991
Rank #4
Lowell
Estimated population: 109,871
Rank #5
Cambridge
Estimated population: 108,757
Rank #6
New Bedford
Estimated population: 94,988
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Our Massachusetts Broker Network
Massachusetts' attorney-closing system and complex local regulations require experienced broker partners.
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