No. When you sell through SellMyHouse.co, there are no agent commissions. You’ll still pay New Hampshire’s transfer tax, which is $0.75 per $100 of the sale price for your share. Typical closing costs are covered by the buyer.
Sell your New Hampshire house fast, no repairs required
Request a no-obligation cash offer in 24 hours and close without the prep work.
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Median sale price
$537,761
Statewide median for New Hampshire home sales as of August 2026.
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Typical time to close
74 days
About 44 days from listing to going under contract, plus another 30 days to close.
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Nearly half of residents rely on private wells
About 46% of New Hampshire residents get their water from a private well, and an estimated 1 in 5 wells has arsenic above the federal limit. Lenders often require a water test before approving a loan, which can add steps to a traditional sale.
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Seasonal homes make up most of the vacant housing
About 70% of New Hampshire’s vacant homes are seasonal or vacation properties. Selling a lake camp or rural cabin can mean a small local buyer pool that’s only active part of the year.
We buy houses in New Hampshire
The process is straightforward no matter where in the state you’re selling.
STEP 01
Request your cash offer
Tell us a little about your New Hampshire property through a quick online form.
STEP 02
Schedule a property visit
A cash home buyer arranges a time to walk through the house with you.
STEP 03
Review your offer
Take your time with the offer and get answers to any questions first.
STEP 04
Close on your schedule
Choose the closing date that works for you and collect your funds at closing.
Why sell your New Hampshire home with SellMyHouse.co
74 days is long, and a lot can go wrong between listing and closing. Here’s what looks different when you work with a cash home buyer.
- You don’t have to make repairs before closing. With a traditional sale, a buyer’s inspection often triggers requests for repairs or credits before the deal moves forward. Cash home buyers in our network purchase homes in almost any condition, so you don’t have to deal with repair requests.
- No agent commissions. Agent commissions typically run 5 to 6% of the sale price. On a $537,000 New Hampshire home, that’s more than $26,000. When you sell through SellMyHouse.co, there are no commissions.
- No financing contingency. A buyer using a mortgage can have the deal fall apart if their lender denies the loan or the appraisal comes in low. A cash home buyer doesn’t depend on a lender, so that risk isn’t part of the equation.
- No showings or open houses. Getting a home ready for the market takes a lot of time and energy. Working with a cash home buyer means you skip all of it.
- Close on your schedule. Whether you need to move quickly or need time to figure out your next step, the buyer can typically work around your timeline.
New Hampshire homeowners relocating for a new job often need a firm closing date and have less time to negotiate a closing price. A cash offer gives you a timeline you can plan around.
What New Hampshire home sellers need to know
Selling in New Hampshire comes with a few state rules that apply whether you list the house or sell it to a cash buyer. These are the ones worth knowing before you start. If you’re working through the process of selling an inherited New Hampshire property, a cash sale may be a good option for you.
Seller disclosure requirements
New Hampshire law (RSA 477:4-c and RSA 477:4-d) requires sellers to provide a written disclosure of any known material issues before the buyer makes an offer. The disclosure must also cover the property’s water supply and sewage system, and any known history of radon gas or other environmental hazards on the property. When you sell to a cash home buyer with SellMyHouse.co, the buyer already expects to take the home as is, so the disclosure list doesn’t typically complicate the process the way it might with a traditional financed buyer.
Real estate transfer tax
New Hampshire collects a real estate transfer tax on every property sale (RSA 78-B:1). The buyer and seller each pay $0.75 per $100 of the sale price. On a median-priced New Hampshire home ($537,761), the seller’s share comes to about $4,033. A cash sale doesn’t change that, and the offer you receive will spell out how this and other closing costs are handled.
Foreclosure process
New Hampshire uses a nonjudicial foreclosure process (RSA 479:25) for mortgages that include a power-of-sale clause, which covers most residential loans. Once a homeowner falls behind, the lender must send written notice at least 45 days before a residential foreclosure sale and publish the notice in a local newspaper for 3 consecutive weeks. The full process from first notice to sale typically runs about 75 days. There is no statutory redemption period after the sale, and unlike some other states, New Hampshire allows deficiency judgments if the sale price doesn’t cover the full balance owed. Selling before the process begins gives you more control over the outcome and can help keep a foreclosure off your record.
Homestead protection
New Hampshire’s homestead law (RSA 480:1) protects up to $400,000 of equity in your primary residence from most general creditors. That limit more than tripled in 2026 from the previous $120,000 per person. When multiple people share ownership of the property, the combined protection is capped at $550,000. You don’t need to file a declaration to claim the exemption; it applies automatically based on your actual use of the property as a primary residence. The homestead exemption does not stop a mortgage lender from foreclosing if you’re behind on your loan payments.
Frequently asked questions
Will I pay commissions if I sell to a cash home buyer?
How does foreclosure work in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire handles most residential foreclosures through a nonjudicial process. The lender must send at least 45 days’ written notice before the sale and publish the notice in a local newspaper for 3 consecutive weeks. The full process from first notice to sale typically takes about 75 days. There is no redemption period after the sale. If the sale price doesn’t cover the full amount owed, the lender can pursue a deficiency judgment for the remaining balance.
What is the homestead exemption in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire’s homestead exemption protects up to $400,000 of equity in your primary residence from most general creditors. This limit more than tripled in 2026 from the previous $120,000. You don’t need to file anything to claim it: the exemption applies automatically when the property is your primary residence. It doesn’t prevent your mortgage lender from foreclosing if you fall behind on your loan payments.
What do I have to disclose when selling my house in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire requires sellers to provide a written disclosure of any known material issues before the buyer makes an offer. You must also disclose information about the water supply and sewage system, and any known history of radon gas or other environmental hazards on the property. A cash home buyer through SellMyHouse.co is already buying as is, so the disclosure list doesn’t typically derail the sale.
How much is the real estate transfer tax in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire’s transfer tax is $0.75 per $100 of the sale price, paid separately by both buyer and seller. On a $537,761 home (the August 2026 median), the seller’s share comes to about $4,033. The tax applies to all sales, whether the buyer is paying cash or using financing.
How do I sell my house fast in New Hampshire?
Contact SellMyHouse.co and share a few details about your property. We’ll look for a cash home buyer from our network and get you an offer, typically within 24 hours. If you accept, the buyer will schedule a property visit, and you can close on your schedule. No repairs, no commissions, and no waiting on mortgage approval.
