Behind on property taxes in Broward County? Sell before a tax deed sale.
We buy houses with back taxes across Broward County as-is, for cash. Tell us your timeline and we'll build the closing around it.
- Written cash offer within 24 hours
- No obligation to accept
- You pick the closing date
Can I sell a house with back taxes in Broward County?
Yes. Back taxes are paid from the sale proceeds at closing, which redeems any tax certificate and stops a tax deed. In Florida you can redeem up until the tax deed is issued, so selling early protects your equity.
For Broward County properties, the local steps run through the Broward County Circuit Court (17th Judicial Circuit) and the Broward County Clerk of Court.
How tax lien works in Broward County
Every tax lien situation in Broward County follows Florida law. These are the stages and the local offices involved.
Taxes due
Florida property taxes are mailed in November and become delinquent if unpaid by April 1.
Tax certificate sale
The Broward County Tax Collector sells a tax certificate on the unpaid taxes by June 1. The buyer earns interest; you still own the home.
Two-year clock
Two years after April 1 of the year the certificate was issued, the holder can apply for a tax deed (s. 197.502).
Tax deed auction
The Broward County Clerk of Court schedules a public auction. For homestead property the opening bid includes half of the assessed value.
Redemption
You can redeem by paying the full amount owed any time before the tax deed is issued.
Broward County: local facts that affect your sale
Broward has thousands of older condos facing new structural-inspection and reserve requirements after the 2021 Surfside collapse, and parts of Fort Lauderdale flooded in the record April 2023 rainstorm.
We buy houses with back taxes throughout Broward County, including Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines and Pompano Beach, and in unincorporated areas.
City pages: Fort Lauderdale
| County | Broward County, South Florida |
|---|---|
| County seat | Fort Lauderdale |
| Court for tax lien cases | Broward County Circuit Court (17th Judicial Circuit) |
| Official records & court sales | Broward County Clerk of Court |
| Property taxes | Broward County Tax Collector |
| Where we buy | Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Pompano Beach |
Is selling right for your Broward County house?
A cash sale isn't the only path. Broward County homeowners in this spot usually weigh pay in full, installment plan, refinance and sell for cash. We're happy to talk through each one — no pressure.
Compare every option in the Florida guide →- Several years of taxes are unpaid
- A tax certificate was sold on the property
- You received a tax deed application notice
- The house needs work you can't afford
Three steps. Your schedule.
Here's exactly what happens after you ask for an offer on your Broward County property.
Tell us about the house
Share the address and a few details online or by phone. It takes about two minutes and costs nothing.
Get a written cash offer
We review the property and recent nearby sales and send a no-obligation cash offer, usually within 24 hours.
Pick your closing date
Close in as little as 7 days through a Florida title company, or pick a later date. We cover normal closing costs.
What Broward County homeowners ask about tax lien
When does a Florida tax certificate turn into a tax deed?
The certificate holder can apply for a tax deed two years after April 1 of the year the certificate was issued (s. 197.502). The Clerk then schedules an auction.
Can I still sell after a tax certificate is sold?
Yes. You still own the property. The certificate is paid off from your sale proceeds at closing.
Who runs tax certificate and tax deed sales in Broward County?
The Broward County Tax Collector sells tax certificates each spring. Tax deed auctions are run by the Broward County Clerk of Court.
Do you buy houses in every part of Broward County?
Yes — including Coral Springs, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines and Pompano Beach, the county seat of Fort Lauderdale, and unincorporated areas.
Which court handles tax lien cases in Broward County?
The Broward County Circuit Court (17th Judicial Circuit). The Broward County Clerk of Court keeps the official records and runs court-ordered sales.
How fast can you close in Broward County?
As little as 7 days after you accept, using a Florida title company. If you need more time, we'll set the date that works for you.
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