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Buyers & Sellers

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Lenders

Trust us to bring the toughest and most complicated
of real estate closings to completion.

Borrowers

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the best closing possible!

Realtors® & Real Estate Agents

We Specialize in providing smooth, efficient
closings for your clients. We guarantee it!

Lenders

Trust us to bring the toughest and most complicated
of real estate closings to completion.

Providing title, escrow, closing and settlement services to clients throughout MA and NH

We wrote the book on Buying & Selling Real Estate in Massachusetts!

selling a property in Massachusetts

Selling Your Property in Massachusetts

You have decided to sell your house and really do not know where to start and what to do first. My book “Selling Your Property in Massachusetts – How to Sell On Time, Reduce Your Risk and Move On to Your Next Property” is designed to give you important things that you should consider and how to make it all happen. It explains how important it is to have the right team working closely with you. This book is written in easy to understand language and is a good resource for any potential seller.

buying real estate in Massachusetts

Buying Real Estate in Massachusetts

Buying a house can be challenging and there’s a lot going on in the process. This book that I wrote is intended to help you thru the entire process. It takes you from the application thru the closing. It’s written in language that makes sense rather than in ‘legalese’. Whether it’s your first home purchase or your fifth, this books for you.

Update to Massachusetts Homestead Law

The “Affordable Homes Act” signed into law on August 6, 2024 contained a provision which doubled the declared homestead exemptions under MGL c. 188.  Effective as of the August 6 date, the amount of the declared exemption increased from $500,000 to $1,000,000. ...

Massachusetts Registries of Deeds Owner Alert Service

As a new homeowner in Massachusetts, safeguarding your property against fraud is paramount. The Massachusetts Registries of Deeds has your back with their innovative Owner Alert Service – a free, user-friendly tool designed to keep you informed and your property...

Four Ways To Ensure Your House Sells Quickly And For Top Dollar

Selling a house in the current market can be tricky, but there are certain mistakes an owner can make that will cause a Worcester County area home to sit still without a decent offer and cause the listing to go stale. In order to prevent that from happening, make sure...

Quick Tips To Get Your Summer Garden Blooming

Spring has sprung and today is the first official day of summer. If you are finally finding time to tend your garden, don't feel guilty — just get dirty! In one June weekend, you can have your yard looking colorful and smelling sweet. All it takes is a shovel, a...

Recent Study Highlights Growing Significance of Fraud and Forgery Claims

  By Zachary Greenfield, Esq., Underwriting Counsel, Stewart Title Insurance Company According to a recent study by consulting and actuarial group Milliman for the American Land Title Association, from 2013 to 2022, title insurance underwriters handled more than...

Equitable Mortgages in Massachusetts—What are they and how to “release” them from record title

By Mark A. Jones, Assoc. Senior Underwriting Counsel, Stewart Title Insurance Company Whenever reviewing title examinations, when we see a traditional recorded mortgage, we all know the process of getting the mortgage released of record.   The payoff is ordered, funds...

Which Is Better : 15-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Or 30-Year Fixed Rate Mortgage?

As a home buyer or refinancing household in Massachusetts , you have choices with respect to your mortgage. You can choose a loan with accompanying discount points in exchange for lower mortgage rates; you can choose adjustable-rate loans over fixed rate ones; and,...

Simple Real Estate Definitions : Right To Cancel

As part of the federal Truth-in-Lending Act, refinancing homeowners are granted a 3-day "cooling off" period post-closing during which they retain the right to rescind, or "cancel", their recent refinance without penalty or cost. The Right To Cancel is protection...

Is An FHA Mortgage Better Than A Conforming One?

The FHA is insuring a greater percentage of loans than during any time in recent history. In 2006, it insured roughly 5 percent of the purchase mortgage market. Today, it insures one-quarter. "Going FHA" is more common than ever before -- but is it better? The answer...

How To Clean A Smelly Front-Loading Washing Machine

In today's Leominster homes, front-loading washing machines are a popular choices as compared to traditional, top-loading machines for 3 main reasons: They wash more clothes per cycle, lowering household energy costs They're environmentally-friendly, using less water...

“Attorney Rocheford and his team have made things so easy for my clients! There have been a few times where I am sure that we would not have closed on time or possibly at all. I always recommend my clients check out Attorney Rocheford’s office when they ask, I know he will help them just as he did me 12 years ago when I was buying my first home.”

AMY COOPER   |   REALTOR®   |   THE LUX GROUP

“I love working with your office. Everyone is so professional and takes the time to explain the process.”

TINA LANDRY   |   REALTOR®   |   KELLER WILLIAMS NORTH CENTRAL REALTY

“A quick note of thanks for once again pulling through for us at Fidelity Bank regarding our last transaction. Even with the last-minute changes and extra steps required from an unforeseen delay in a chain of closings…. your office came through for all parties involved! Landing another of my “Best Closings” ever. Everyone left in a positive light with buyers, sellers and Realtors all happy with the outcome. Couldn’t be happier with the great follow up we always receive from closing with you guys! Kudos to the entire team!”

RICK VALLEE   |   V.P. HOME LOAN SPECIALIST   |   FIDELITY BANK

“David and the entire team are among the best in the business. Always in steady communication and keeping everyone informed along the way. They set themselves apart as true professionals time and time again. I would highly recommend them as a closing attorney. They consistently exceed my expectations and are a true partner to all parties involved.”

TRISTAN BEDINGER   |   LOAN OFFICER   |   MBA MORTGAGE COMPANY

“I enjoy working with The Law Office of David Rocheford. I can always trust that the attorneys and paralegals will communicate with me and get us to the closing table as seamlessly as possible”

SUSAN WRIGHT   |   REALTOR®   |   EXIT NEW OPTIONS REAL ESTATE

“I would highly recommend David as a closing attorney. I have known David and have been using his office for many years. David’s professionalism when dealing with me, my closing department and most especially my clients has been always exemplary.”

DAVID BREMER   |   SENIOR LOAN OFFICER   |   SHAMROCK FINANCIAL SERVICES

“The Law Office of Attorney David R. Rocheford, Jr. is by far the most exceptional real estate law office that I have had the pleasure of working with. The professionalism is by far second to none.”

JACQUI KEOGH   |   SENIOR LOAN OFFICER   |   SALEM FIVE MORTGAGE SERVICES

“Attorney David Rocheford has provided settlement and title services for me and Greenpark Mortgage several years. He has assisted all of my clients, including my family and friends with mortgage closings. Always providing excellent service. Reliable and trustworthy!”

SANDRA MALDONADO

“Atty David Rocheford and his staff make me and my supporting staff look better every time we work together. The title searches and follow up are impeccable and the service and knowledge at the closings is unmatched and I have been involved with several real estate and title companies over my 13 years in the mortgage industry.”

PETER DIPAOLI   |   VICE PRESIDENT/MORTGAGE CONSULTANT   |   RIGHT TRAC FINANCIAL GROUP

“ learned today the Deed went on record and the closing document will be issued soon. On behalf of our clients, Kay and Tony, as well as myself, I wish to thank you again for all your time and counsel in bringing this sale to a close. I sincerely appreciate the scope of your efforts and dedication to resolving the issues we encountered along the way. Again, it was a pleasure working with both of you, and thank you!”

MARILYN BYAM QUINN   |   REALTOR®   |   COLDWELL BANKER NEW ENGLAND

“ Every member of Attorney Rocheford’s office was exceptional and went out of their way to help my wife and I through the process of selling our condo and buying our house simultaneously . Attorney Rocheford himself went above and beyond to help us with a time critical item that was a tremendous help to my wife and I. Do not hesitate when it’s time to sell or buy a property to contact this Top Shelf organization that will guide you through the process in an expeditious manner.”

Joseph Yourk

“ The service was great. The staff was professional. I would recommend the firm with no hesitation. Thank you very much for making the experience pleasant.”

Joseph Yourk

“ I have used the Law Office of David R. Rocheford, Jr. for 3 separate real estate closings and would not think of using anyone else. Everyone in the office is extremely professional and knowledgeable and able to address and handle any issues that may arise in the transaction. I never had to be concerned that I would miss anything.”

Don Capman

“ Outstanding service and guidance from a courteous and efficient team. They handled a complicated closing (with Power of Attorney) with great patience and skill.”

Thomas White

“ Fast, efficient and friendly staff. Worked to accommodate my schedule, and a closing date change with no difficulty. Would recommend!”

Lisa Zuppa

“It was such a smooth and exciting experience when going through the law office of David Rocheford to purchase my new home. I highly recommend them with their expertise and professionalism.”

Shawn Cutler

“My wife and I just recently purchased our first home and we couldn’t have been more pleased with how professional and smooth everything went. I would definitely recommend this law office again GREAT PEOPLE!”

Chris Jean

“Excellent Law Office, always on top of everything needed for closings.”

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