Tax Foreclosed Property Direct Sale Request Form

What is a Direct Sale Request?

A Direct Sale Request is an official petition to purchase a property that has been placed into tax foreclosure before the county conducts a public auction. The request gives the applicant the opportunity to acquire the property at the total amount of outstanding taxes, interest, penalties, and administrative fees.

Key Benefits

• Potentially acquire the property at a lower cost than a competitive auction.
• Avoid the uncertainty of bidding wars.
• Fasttrack the transfer of ownership once the request is approved.

Eligibility Requirements

• The applicant must be the legal owner, a lienholder, or a qualified purchaser with a documented interest in the property.
• The property must be currently listed on the countys Tax Foreclosure Registry.
• All outstanding taxes, interest, penalties, and fees must be paid in full at the time of sale.
• The applicant must not be delinquent on any other county taxes or fees.

Steps to Complete the Process

1. Verify Property Status Search the countys online foreclosure database for the parcel number.
2. Gather Documentation Deed, mortgage statements, proof of identity, and any existing liens.
3. Complete the Direct Sale Request Form Fill out all sections accurately.
4. Submit Payment Include a certified check or electronic transfer covering the total amount due.
5. Review by Tax Collector The office will verify the information and may request additional documentation.
6. Closing Once approved, a closing conference will be scheduled to finalize the sale and record the deed.

The county reserves the right to reject any request that does not meet the criteria or is incomplete. Processing time typically ranges from 714 business days after receipt of a complete application.