Sell a House With Delinquent Taxes in Florida

What Happens in Florida When You Fall Behind on Property Taxes?

When property taxes fall behind in Florida, the clock does not slow down. Tax certificates get sold. Penalties add up. Eventually the county can start the tax deed process, which puts your home at real risk of being taken and sold. Homeowners dealing with this pressure deserve straight answers and fast options that do not make the problem worse.

Your Options Before selling a house behind on property taxes

Option	Pros	Cons	Who It Works Best For
Redeem the taxes	Saves the home	Requires cash fast, interest continues until paid	Owners with savings available
Payment plan (if county allows)	Slows pressure	Not available in all counties, still costly	Owners with steady income
Sell house as is for cash	Stops the tax deed process, protects remaining equity, fast timeline	You will no longer own the property	Owners facing serious deadlines or high repair costs
Let it go to tax deed sale	No upfront payment	You lose equity, lose control, and may still owe certain costs	Owners with zero equity or no desire to keep the home

What Happens in Florida When You Fall Behind on Property Taxes

The Tax Certificate Sale

Florida Counties auction unpaid taxes to investors.
Investors pay the taxes for you in return for interest that you owe later.
This does not remove your liability. It increases it.

Interest and Penalties Grow Fast

Rates vary based on the auction.
Payments must be made directly to the tax collector to redeem the certificate.

The Florida Tax Deed Application

After 2 years, a certificate holder may ask the county to start the tax deed process.
This triggers the risk of a forced sale of the property.
At this stage, timelines tighten and redemption gets harder.

Florida Tax Deed Sale

The home can be auctioned to recover the taxes owed.
You lose control of the sale price.
You lose any equity over and above final costs.

Where’s Your County’s Tax Information?

Guide to check your county’s property tax information.

Search “County Name Tax Collector property tax search“
Look for “Tax Certificates” or “Delinquent Taxes”
You can view payoff amounts, certificate details, and deadlines

Florida Tax Deed Sales

Search “County Name Clerk of Courts tax deed sales”
This page shows any pending applications connected to your property

Homestead Exemption Information

If you qualify for homestead, you may have protections that reduce your tax burden.
Search “County Name Property Appraiser homestead exemption”.

We Buy Houses With Delinquent Taxes Across Florida

Two Cup House helps Florida families sell their homes before tax issues spiral. We give clear solutions and real guidance so you stay in control instead of letting the county decide what happens next. We step in with fast options that stop the pressure. You get clarity, relief, and a plan that protects your equity and gives you an exit before the county steps in.

What We Offer

A cash offer that lets you sell before a tax deed sale takes your property
Help reviewing your payoff from the county so you understand exact redemption costs
A walk through of what happens if you stay in the home versus sell
A simple sale with no repairs, no cleaning, and no fees
Fast closing timelines that match county deadlines

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Delinquent Property Taxes Frequently Asked Questions

What happens to the delinquent taxes when I sell my house?

At closing, delinquent property taxes, tax certificates, and related fees are paid directly to the county tax collector. Any remaining proceeds go to you. This allows you to sell the house without paying the taxes upfront.

Can I sell my house with delinquent taxes in Florida?

Yes. You can sell a house with delinquent property taxes in Florida as long as the taxes are paid off at closing. In most cases, the unpaid taxes, interest, and fees are settled from the sale proceeds so you do not need to come out of pocket before selling.

What kind of Florida tax deed sale help do you offer?

We help homeowners understand where they are in the Florida tax deed process, what deadlines matter, and what options are still available. This includes reviewing tax certificate status, identifying whether a tax deed application has been filed, and offering a fast sale solution when selling is the smartest way to avoid losing the property.

Is selling better than letting the house go to a tax deed sale?

In most cases, yes. A tax deed sale removes your control over pricing and often wipes out equity. Selling your house with delinquent taxes before a tax deed sale gives you more options, a clearer timeline, and a better financial outcome.