Q: Are mortgages, encumbrances, judgements erased if you buy a property from tax deed auction in Florida?
I would like to buy properties from tax deed auction , and i would like to know what would happes to past mortgages, encumbrances, judgements, liens on property after u won the auction. Do they survive after the tax deed sale or not ? Thanks
A: It's a good idea to have a title search done prior to purchasing a property at tax deed sale and examine the public records to identify what lien holders have been notified and you won't have any surprises. Liens are likely to be removed as long as the proper notices were sent, but you will still need to file a quiet title suit after your purchase to completely clear title. Best of Luck! Jennifer
A:
Best answer I am give via this online forum is maybe.
You are getting into an area of law that requires diligence and pre thought before you invest is tax deed sales.
First, you need to do a title search and second you need to hire a real estate attorney to review the title search and give you specific advice.
A: Very very generally yes a tax deed is superior BUT that is assuming all other liens received proper and timely notice. You will want to hire an attorney and have a title search done.
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