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Charlotte County Tax Deed Auction and Surplus Funds Information

Original title: Clerk of Court - Tax Deed Services

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What This Bill Does

The Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court manages online auctions and processes claims for from property sales. Auctions are held weekly, and the office provides resources for researching available lands and unclaimed money.

Why it matters

Residents can participate in online property auctions every Tuesday or claim from previous property sales through the Clerk's office.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Property Investors

Investors participate in online auctions to purchase tax deed properties.

Directly affected

Former Property Owners

Former owners may be eligible to claim surplus funds generated from the sale of their properties.

Key Facts

  • Tax deed auctions are held online every Tuesday starting at 9:00 a.m.
  • The Clerk of the Circuit Court processes claims for surplus funds from property auctions.
  • Unclaimed funds are transferred to the Florida Department of Financial Services.
  • The Clerk manages the 'Lands Available' property listing.
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  • Operations are governed by Chapter 197 of the Florida Statutes.
  • In-person office hours at the West County Annex (Office 114) are Tuesday and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Frequently Asked Questions

When are tax deed auctions held?
Auctions are held online every Tuesday starting at 9:00 a.m.
How can I claim surplus funds from a property sale?
You can process claims for through the Clerk of the Circuit Court's office.
Where can I find information on available properties?
You can research properties via the 'Lands Available' listing on the Clerk's website.

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Limited In-Person Availability

In-person services at the West County Annex are restricted to only two days per week for five hours each day.

Connected Entities

Florida Department of Financial Services, Roger D. Eaton, Charlotte County
OrganizationFlorida Department of Financial Services“Recipient of unclaimed funds”Map →
PersonRoger D. Eaton“Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller”Map →
locationCharlotte County“Jurisdiction for tax deed services”Map →

Sources

Open source document

taxdeeds.charlotteclerk.com

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  • Controversy10
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