State Guide · 2026
Sell a Structured Settlement in Massachusetts
Complete guide to selling structured settlement payments in Massachusetts. 14 licensed buyers compete for your payments, with discount rates from 9% to 12%. Average court approval takes 40-60 days.
70%
of present value
12%
best: 9%
50d
40-60 days
14
competing nationally
Massachusetts Structured Settlement Protection Act (2001)
Key Provisions
Independent professional advice required
Filing Requirement
File in superior court of seller's county of residence
Waiting Period
20 days minimum before court hearing
Cancellation Right
5 days after signing transfer agreement
Independent Advice
Required
Workers Comp
Allowed
Selling a Structured Settlement in Massachusetts: Specific Situations
Veterans
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Massachusetts Medical Debt GuideMajor Cities in Massachusetts
Structured settlement holders in these Massachusetts cities have access to 14 competing buyers. Court approval processes may vary slightly by county, but Massachusetts state law (2001 SSPA) governs all transfers.
Boston, MA
Worcester, MA
Springfield, MA
Cambridge, MA
Lowell, MA
How to Sell a Structured Settlement in Massachusetts: Step-by-Step
Selling structured settlement payments in Massachusetts requires court approval under the state's Structured Settlement Protection Act, enacted in 2001. The process typically takes 40-60 days from start to finish. Massachusetts has 14 active buyers competing for your payments, which helps keep discount rates competitive.
Get Quotes From Multiple Massachusetts Buyers
Contact at least 3-5 of the 14 buyers licensed in Massachusetts. Each will offer a different discount rate, typically ranging from 9% to 15.0%. The difference on a $200,000 settlement can be $15,000-$30,000.
Sign a Transfer Agreement
The agreement outlines payment rights being transferred, your lump sum, and all fees. Massachusetts law requires independent professional advice before this step. You have 5 days to cancel.
Court Filing & Approval in Massachusetts
The buyer files a petition. After a 20 days waiting period, the court schedules a hearing. Massachusetts typically allows phone or video hearings. The judge evaluates whether the sale is in your best interest.
Receive Your Lump Sum
After approval, the insurance company redirects payments and the buyer wires your cash. Massachusetts sellers typically receive 70% of present value — in line with the national average.
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