Re: Tax Certificate Auctions
the Tax Sale Properties are much safer here in Canada, so i wouldn't be able to comment on that for your local market. But, I do know something about auctions.
There are alot of reputable auction companies making it safer and easier to buy houses- especially in places like Florida, where they guarantee clear title, provide extensive reports and info for what you are bidding on and ensure vacant possession. I'd much prefer to go this route.
http://www.williamsauction.com/
http://www.higgenbotham.com/
...are a few examples
Re: Tax Certificate Auctions
These things are merely tools for the government to be paid the taxes owed to it by someone.
Recognize it for what it is -- a government sham to get paid it's money -- and what it isn't -- an investment product.