Behind on property taxes in Miami-Dade County? Sell before a tax deed sale.
A local Florida buyer for houses with back taxes in Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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.
We handle Miami-Dade County closings through a Florida title company, which coordinates payoffs with the Miami-Dade County Clerk of Court records.
How tax lien works in Miami-Dade County
Every tax lien situation in Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade 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 Miami-Dade County
Miami-Dade has the state's largest condo inventory, and post-Surfside milestone inspections and reserve rules have raised assessments for many owners.
We buy houses with back taxes throughout Miami-Dade County, including Hialeah and Miami, and in unincorporated areas.
City pages: Miami
| County | Miami-Dade County, South Florida |
|---|---|
| County seat | Miami |
| Court for tax lien cases | Miami-Dade County Circuit Court (11th Judicial Circuit) |
| Official records & court sales | Miami-Dade County Clerk of Court |
| Property taxes | Miami-Dade County Tax Collector |
| Where we buy | Hialeah, Miami |
Is selling right for your Miami-Dade County house?
A cash sale isn't the only path. Miami-Dade 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.
No listing, no staging, and no strangers walking through your Miami-Dade County house. Here's the whole process.
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 Miami-Dade 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.
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 Miami-Dade County?
The Miami-Dade County Tax Collector sells tax certificates each spring. Tax deed auctions are run by the Miami-Dade County Clerk of Court.
Do you buy houses in every part of Miami-Dade County?
Yes — including Hialeah and Miami, the county seat of Miami, and unincorporated areas.
Which court handles tax lien cases in Miami-Dade County?
The Miami-Dade County Circuit Court (11th Judicial Circuit). The Miami-Dade County Clerk of Court keeps the official records and runs court-ordered sales.
How fast can you close in Miami-Dade 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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