Understanding Tax Deed Sales in Citrus County

The Frame

What this does

Property owners risk losing their real estate to public auction if taxes remain unpaid for two years, while potential buyers must navigate specific registration and payment requirements to participate in these sales.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property Owners

Owners face the potential loss of their property if delinquent taxes are not paid within the two-year redemption period.

Tax Certificate Holders

Holders may initiate tax deed auction proceedings if the property owner does not redeem the certificate within two years.

Lienholders

Lienholders may claim surplus funds from a tax deed sale within 120 days of the notice.

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Summary

When property owners fail to pay their taxes, the county may sell a tax deed to recover the debt. This guide explains how these auctions work, how bidders can participate, and how property owners or lienholders can claim .

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my property back after a tax deed sale?

Properties can be redeemed by paying all taxes, penalties, fees, and interest at any time before the Clerk receives full payment for the Tax Deed.

What happens if no one bids on a property at the auction?

The property is placed on the ' for Taxes' and can be purchased by any person or governmental unit for the opening bid plus omitted years' taxes after 90 days.

How do I claim surplus funds from a tax deed sale?

Lienholders must submit a notarized claim to the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller within 120 days of the Notice of .

Why It Matters

Property owners risk losing their real estate to public auction if taxes remain unpaid for two years, while potential buyers must navigate specific registration and payment requirements to participate in these sales.

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Strict Payment Deadlines

The Clerk enforces a strict 24-hour payment window for successful bidders, with penalties including deposit forfeiture and permanent banning from future auctions.

Citrus County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller

Connected Entities

otherFlorida Administrative Code 12D-13.060“Administrative rules for tax deed processes.”Map →

organizationCitrus County Tax Collector“The office that manages tax certificates and initiates the tax deed application ”Map →

organizationCitrus County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller“The office responsible for conducting tax deed auctions and managing surplus fun”Map →

organizationReal Auction“The electronic platform used by the Clerk to conduct tax deed auctions.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.citrusclerk.org

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