Q. When does Baltimore County conduct the Real Property Tax Sale?
A. The annual tax sale is held in May or June (specific date to be determined).
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Q. Are there tax sale penalties in addition to the monthly interest charged on delinquent accounts?
A. Yes. Currently a postage and handling fee of $25 per account is assessed in March. A $50 advertising fee is assessed in April. A $15 legal fee is charged on the day of the sale.
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Q. If my property has been sold at a tax sale auction, do I have the right to redeem my property?
A. Yes. All property owners have the right of redemption for six months after the date of the sale. To redeem, all taxes, charges and fees must be paid by cash, certified check or money order.
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Q. Where can I find a list of the properties that will be sold at tax sale?
A. Baltimore County will advertise in the Daily Record newspaper four weeks prior to the sale. A list of properties will be available on the web site around May 1 each year.
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Q. How do I register for the tax sale and is there a fee?
A. If you are interested in participating as a bidder at the tax sale, you must register and agree to the "Collectors Terms and Registration Form for the Tax Sale" before bidding. Individuals are allowed to register at the sale or they may register in advance. There is no fee to register. A Tax Sale Terms and Registration Form will be available on our web site around May 1 each year.
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Q. Can I bid on tax sale properties without attending the sale?
A. Yes. Your authorized agent who will be attending the sale can bid for you. Agents must pre-register.
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Q. What form of payment do you accept at tax sale?
A. Payment by cash or personal check for properties purchased must be made the day of the sale. Purchasers are required to remit the full amount of taxes due on the property, whether in arrears or not, together with interest and penalties on the taxes, expenses incurred in the making of the sale and the high bid premium, if applicable.
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Q. Does the County handle the foreclosure process on tax sale properties?
A. No. The tax lien holder is responsible for the foreclosure process. The foreclosure process can not begin until after six months from the date of the sale. Four months from date of tax sale, the purchaser may add any expenses to which he/she is entitled under Section 14-843 of the Tax-Property Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland to the redemption amount.
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Q. What number can I call to get more information about Tax Sales?
A. Call 410-887-5616 for tax sale and redemption information.
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Revised March 6, 2008
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