Sell a House With a Tax Lien
Sell a house with a tax lien or back property taxes, before the debt grows or the county moves toward a tax sale. We buy houses as-is in Florida, New Jersey and nine more states, with the lien payoff handled at closing.
Request a cash offerHow a tax lien is paid when you sell
Delinquent property taxes, and any tax lien certificate sold against the property, are paid from the sale proceeds at closing through the title or closing company. You don’t need to pay the lien before requesting an offer. The written agreement shows the price and costs, and liens, mortgage payoffs and other amounts due reduce what you receive.
Act before a tax sale or tax deed date
Interest and penalties keep adding up, and in many states an unpaid lien can eventually lead to a tax deed sale. If a sale or redemption deadline has been scheduled, tell us the date when you contact us so we can plan the timing.
Other liens on the property
We also review houses with HOA liens, judgment liens, code-enforcement liens and second mortgages. Federal (IRS) tax liens follow a separate release process, so tell us about one early. If the total owed is more than the house is worth, we’ll talk through it honestly before you sign anything.
Behind on more than taxes?
If you’re also behind on the mortgage, read about selling when you’re behind on payments or selling before foreclosure.
How the sale works
We review photos and property details before making the final offer. During an inspection period of about 10 business days, a general contractor or another team member visits to estimate repairs. We usually close 2–3 weeks after that inspection period, subject to title and contract requirements, and can go up to 60 days if you need more time. The price, closing-cost allocation and expiration date are in the written agreement. Mortgage payoffs, liens and other amounts due can reduce what you receive at closing.
Where we buy houses with tax liens
We buy houses with tax liens in every state we serve. See every condition we buy, or pick your state.
Questions about selling a house with a tax lien
Can I sell my house with a tax lien on it?
Yes. The lien is paid from the sale proceeds at closing through the title or closing company, so you don’t need to pay it first.
What if I owe more than the house is worth?
Tell us the amounts owed. We’ll review the payoffs against our offer, and if the sale can’t cover them we’ll say so before you sign anything.
Does a tax lien stop a quick closing?
Not by itself. The title search identifies the lien and the payoff amount. Federal tax liens and some other liens need a release from the lienholder, which can add time.
Get Your Cash Offer Today
Request an as-is purchase evaluation without completing repairs first. Tell us about the property and your preferred timing so we can discuss whether a direct sale fits your situation.
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We Buy Houses With Tax Liens Across 13 States
Pallas Growth buys houses with tax liens in every market we serve. Pick your state below to see local courthouse, county-level, and ZIP-specific details.