Behind on property taxes in Escambia County? Sell before a tax deed sale.
A local Florida buyer for houses with back taxes in Escambia County. Two minutes to request an offer, and you choose the closing date.
- Written cash offer within 24 hours
- No obligation to accept
- You pick the closing date
Can I sell a house with back taxes in Escambia 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.
In Escambia County, that means working with the Escambia County Clerk of Court's records and a Florida title company we close with regularly.
How tax lien works in Escambia County
The steps below follow Florida statutes and the offices that handle them in Escambia County.
Taxes due
Florida property taxes are mailed in November and become delinquent if unpaid by April 1.
Tax certificate sale
The Escambia 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 Escambia 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.
What's different about Escambia County
Hurricane Sally (2020) and Ivan (2004) both caused major damage in Escambia County, and older Pensacola homes often need roof and wind-mitigation updates.
We buy houses with back taxes throughout Escambia County, including Pensacola, and in unincorporated areas.
City pages: Pensacola
| County | Escambia County, the Panhandle |
|---|---|
| County seat | Pensacola |
| Court for tax lien cases | Escambia County Circuit Court (1st Judicial Circuit) |
| Official records & court sales | Escambia County Clerk of Court |
| Property taxes | Escambia County Tax Collector |
| Where we buy | Pensacola |
Is selling right for your Escambia County house?
Selling to us is one option, not the only one. Escambia County homeowners in this spot usually weigh pay in full, installment plan, refinance and sell for cash. We'll tell you honestly if another option fits better.
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.
Selling to us takes three steps, and you control the timing of every one.
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 Escambia County homeowners ask about tax lien
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.
Do I lose my homestead exemption if I'm behind?
Not automatically, but a tax deed sale ends your ownership. Selling first lets you keep your equity.
Who runs tax certificate and tax deed sales in Escambia County?
The Escambia County Tax Collector sells tax certificates each spring. Tax deed auctions are run by the Escambia County Clerk of Court.
Do you buy houses in every part of Escambia County?
Yes — including Pensacola, the county seat of Pensacola, and unincorporated areas.
Which court handles tax lien cases in Escambia County?
The Escambia County Circuit Court (1st Judicial Circuit). The Escambia County Clerk of Court keeps the official records and runs court-ordered sales.
How fast can you close in Escambia 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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