Property Alabama — Buying Tax Delinquent

: If they redeem, you get your investment back plus the accrued interest.

: The owner has 3 years from the sale date to "redeem" the property by paying the back taxes plus interest (usually 12%). buying tax delinquent property alabama

: Most counties (like Baldwin and Mobile ) now auction tax liens . You bid on the interest rate (starting at 12% and bidding down). The lowest interest rate wins. : If they redeem, you get your investment

Alabama uses two primary methods for selling delinquent taxes, depending on the county and how long the taxes have been unpaid: : If they redeem

: In some cases, a tax sale purchaser can demand possession after 6 months, but this often leads to legal "ejectment" battles. 🏠 Getting the Deed