Polk County Tax Information

Polk County will host its Delinquent Property Tax Sale Auction on November 21, 2024, at 9:30 AM ET. This tax sale will be conducted online via the official Polk County RealTaxDeed Online Auction and will continue until all listed properties are sold to the highest bidder.

Key Auction Details

Date: November 21, 2024
Location: Polk County RealTaxDeed Online Auction
Time: 9:30 AM ET

Terms of Sale

Deposit Requirement: Before the auction begins, participants must post a deposit of $200 or 5% of the highest bid, whichever is greater. They Accept Deposits via ACH (electronic check), wire transfer, or cash (delivered to the Clerk’s Office).

Final Payment: The winning bidder must make full payment of the remaining balance by 11:00 AM ET the next business day, including the recording fee and state documentary stamps ($0.70 per $100.00 of the bid). Bidders can make payments by using wire transfer, cash, cashier’s check, or money order.

No Warranties: They sell the properties as-is with no warranties regarding title, condition, or defects. Buyers are responsible for conducting due diligence before bidding.

How to Participate

Registration: Participants must register on the Polk RealTaxDeed website. When you register, you provide basic contact and financial details, which we use to facilitate deposits and payments..

Deposit: They Require Each bidder to place a deposit based on their anticipated bids. They Accept Deposits online via ACH or wire transfer. The Clerk’s office must receive cash for in-person payments by 3:00 PM ET the day prior to the auction.

Bidding: Bidders can use proxy bidding to set their highest acceptable bid, and the system will automatically bid $100 above the next highest bidder. The auction continued until they sold off each property to the highest bidder.

Additional Information

Tax Deed Process: They sell Properties in Polk County to satisfy delinquent taxes. If the taxes remain unpaid for two to seven years, the certificate holder can request a tax deed sale.

Research: It is the responsibility of each bidder to research properties before bidding. They advise the Bidders to review property details with the County Property Appraiser’s Office and the Tax Collector to verify property condition, liens, and other encumbrances.

Forfeiture of Deposit: If the highest bidder fails to make the final payment by 11:00 AM ET the next business day, the deposit is forfeited, and the bidder may be barred from future Polk County tax sales.

Here are some links you might need for the Polk County, Florida, Tax Auction:

• Polk County Tax Sale Information Link 
• Polk County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller
• Polk County Online Auction Site
• Comprehensive Guide to Florida’s Deed Auction Process and Key Requirements
• Discover the intriguing world of Hybrid Auctions
• Discover Tax Deeds and how you can find property for as little as $50! 
• Want to get started with Tax Liens? Watch this video!
• Explore the lucrative world of Florida Tax Liens and Deeds.

The Polk County tax sale provides an opportunity to purchase real estate at competitive rates, offering great value for investors and buyers alike. Ensure you conduct thorough research on the properties, register early, and be prepared to act quickly when bidding opens. For a list of available properties and more detailed information, visit the official Polk County RealTaxDeed Auction Site.

This auction is an excellent chance to acquire valuable real estate at potentially reduced prices. Don’t miss out—register and secure your deposit ahead of time!

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