Assignment-Friendly States
You can wholesale with simple assignment contracts — no major restrictions beyond general disclosure requirements.
Texas
Ohio
Indiana
Georgia
Pennsylvania
Arizona
North Carolina
Michigan
Alabama
Tennessee
Missouri
Wisconsin
⚠️ Always confirm with a title company or real estate attorney; city/county quirks may apply.
🔁 Double Close Recommended (Assignments Possible but but not as receptive)
Assignment contracts are legal, but double closing is often recommended to avoid title issues, backlash, or legal gray areas.
★ California
★ Nevada
★ Washington
★ Oregon
★ New York
★ New Jersey
★ Colorado
★ Florida
★ Hawaii
★ Minnesota
★ Connecticut
💡 What the ★ means: Assignments are legal, but many title companies refuse them or they create drama. Double closing keeps things smooth.
📝 License Required or Strongly Enforced for Wholesaling
Marketing properties/contracts or doing multiple deals without a license can lead to fines or legal trouble.
Illinois (if more than 1 deal per year)
Oklahoma
Nebraska
Kansas
South Dakota
Delaware
Maryland
🛠 General Rule of Thumb
✔ Always use a wholesaler-friendly title company
✔ Check local laws or an attorney if you're scaling or marketing publicly
✔ Double close when in doubt — protects your deal and reputation