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Alabama wholesaling law · checked October 21, 2026

Is wholesaling legal in Alabama?

The short answer — Alabama

Yes — with written disclosures and a 3-business-day heads-up. Alabama wants the seller told, in writing, that you intend to market your equitable interest — before you start — and told the assignment's effective date at least 3 business days before it happens.

Rule: Ala. Code §§ 8-42-1 to 8-42-3 (Act 2023-201, SB 228) · In force: August 1, 2023 · Penalty if ignored: Violation is a Class C misdemeanor plus civil liability of 3× the fee received.

Checked October 21, 2026 against the official source: www.legislature.state.al.us. Information only — not legal advice.

What Alabama law actually says

Alabama's act covers assignment, novation, and similar transfers of equitable interests in single-family homes. The buyer must disclose in writing to the seller (1) the intent to market the equitable interest, before commencing any marketing, and (2) the effective date of any assignment at least 3 business days before it takes effect. The wholesaler must also disclose the nature of the equitable interest in writing to any subsequent purchaser or assignee. The same act voided long-term unfair service agreements.

Do I need a license to wholesale in Alabama?

No. Alabama asks for written disclosure, not a license. Yes — with written disclosures and a 3-business-day heads-up. Alabama wants the seller told, in writing, that you intend to market your equitable interest — before you start — and told the assignment's effective date at least 3 business days before it happens.

Your non-negotiables in Alabama

Does double closing change it?

The Alabama act covers assignment, novation, and similar transfers of equitable interest.

Scope: Single-family residential property. Cancellation: No statutory cancellation window in the Alabama act. Source: official text / regulator page.

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