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Tips, guides, and resources to help Maryland homeowners make informed decisions about selling their home.

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Selling a Vacant or Abandoned Property in Maryland: What You Need to Know

You can sell a vacant or abandoned property in Maryland even if it needs repairs, contains unwanted belongings, or has been empty for a long time. Before selling, check the property's condition, insurance, utilities, taxes, and any liens or ownership issues. If you sell directly to a cash buyer like Dominion Properties, you can sell the property as-is without making repairs or cleaning it out first.

Dominion PropertiesSeptember 11, 2026

What Does “As-Is” Really Mean When You Sell Your House?

Selling a house as-is means selling the property in its current condition without making repairs or improvements before the sale. The buyer considers the condition of the home when deciding what to offer.

Dominion PropertiesSeptember 3, 2026

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What Repairs Do You NOT Have to Make When Selling Your House for Cash?

When you sell your house for cash to Dominion Properties, you do not have to make repairs before selling. That includes major problems like an old roof, plumbing or electrical issues, water damage, and HVAC problems, as well as smaller cosmetic issues like old carpet, damaged walls, outdated kitchens, and peeling paint.

Dominion PropertiesAugust 31, 2026

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What Does It Cost to Sell a House in Maryland? A Seller’s Closing Cost Breakdown

The cost to sell a house in Maryland depends on your sale price, location, mortgage balance, agent agreement, repairs, and the terms you negotiate with the buyer. Common seller expenses can include real estate agent compensation, Maryland and local transfer taxes, recordation taxes, property tax adjustments, repairs, buyer concessions, and other closing expenses.

Dominion PropertiesAugust 28, 2026

Should I Downsize My House? 6 Signs It May Be Time

Downsizing your house may make sense when you have more space than you use, home maintenance is becoming difficult, housing costs are taking up too much of your budget, or you want a simpler lifestyle. The right time to downsize depends on your finances, health, future plans, and how well your current home still fits your life.

Dominion PropertiesAugust 28, 2026

Woman packing boxes for a move in the living room.

Selling Your House for a Job Relocation? How to Make the Move Easier

If you’re selling your house for a job relocation, start by working backward from your new job’s start date. You can list the home traditionally, sell before you move and manage the closing from a distance, or sell directly to a cash buyer. If speed and a predictable timeline matter most, a direct sale can help you avoid repairs, open houses, repeated showings, and buyer financing delays.

Dominion PropertiesAugust 28, 2026

Cash Homebuyers Near Me: Why Local Matters When Selling Your Maryland Home

Dominion Properties is based in Baltimore City, buys homes throughout Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and surrounding Maryland counties, and provides fair cash offers without repairs, agent fees, open houses, or repeated showings.

Dominion PropertiesAugust 19, 2026

Found a Retirement Home but Have to Wait? Sell Your Maryland Home Now and Move Later

If you have found a retirement or assisted-living community but your move-in date is still a few weeks away, you may not have to delay selling your current home. Dominion Properties’ Rent-Back Program lets eligible homeowners sell now and stay in the house for up to 30 days rent-free after closing. If you need more time, we may be able to work with you on a longer stay at fair market rent.

Dominion PropertiesAugust 12, 2026

House with a foreclosure sign in the front yard.

What Happens to Your Credit Score After Foreclosure in Maryland?

Foreclosure can seriously hurt your credit, but the exact number of points you lose depends on your credit history before the foreclosure. A foreclosure generally stays on your credit report for seven years from the first missed mortgage payment that led to it. The good news is that its effect becomes smaller over time, and you can begin rebuilding your credit well before the seven years are over.

Dominion PropertiesMay 28, 2026

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