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39+
Years of Experience
Years of Experience
Years of Experience
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1000s
Homeowners Helped
Homeowners Helped
Homeowners Helped
$35M+
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Equity Protected *
Equity Protected *
A Tax Problem Can Quickly Become a Property Problem.
Property taxes are a lien against real estate in Virginia, and localities have legal processes for collecting delinquent taxes, including potential sale of the property. The exact timeline and procedure depend on the circumstances and the locality.
That can leave homeowners asking some difficult questions. How much do I owe? How much time do I have? Can I sell the house? What happens to the money from a sale? Is there enough equity left to make selling worthwhile? Those questions are especially important if you've received a notice about a tax sale or auction. Selling the property may be one option, but timing matters. The sooner you understand your situation, the more options you may have to consider.
Find Out Whether Selling the House Is Still an Option.
If you're behind on property taxes, you may be tempted to ignore the notices because you don't know what to do next. That's understandable, but it can make an already difficult situation harder to navigate.
American Home Savers can evaluate the property in its current condition and determine whether a direct purchase may be possible. We don't require you to make expensive repairs before we look at the house. If the property is a fit, we'll make a cash offer for you to consider. You can then compare that option with the other choices available to you, including working directly with your local treasurer, pursuing an available payment arrangement, listing the property for sale, or getting advice from a qualified professional.
Our job is to help you understand one possible path. You decide what happens next.
The Right Next Step Depends on Your Tax Situation.
A tax auction notice doesn't automatically mean you have to sell your house. Depending on where you are in the process, you may have several options to consider.
Virginia law provides owners with certain redemption rights before a judicial sale, and some localities may offer payment arrangements for delinquent taxes. The details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements matter, so your local treasurer or a qualified Virginia professional can explain what applies to your property.
Depending on your situation, you may consider
Contact your local treasurer:
Ask about the amount owed, deadlines, payment options, and where your property stands in the collection process.
Set up an available payment arrangement:
Some Virginia localities can offer payment agreements under applicable law and local procedures.
Sell the house traditionally:
If there's enough time and equity, listing the property may be an option.
Sell directly:
A direct sale may make sense when you need a simpler process and the property is a fit.
Talk with a qualified professional:
An attorney or other appropriate professional can help with questions involving the tax process, title, liens, redemption, or your specific legal rights.
The right choice depends on your situation, your property, and what you need to accomplish. We're here to help you understand whether a direct sale belongs in that conversation.
Start With the Property and the Deadline You're Facing.
When a tax auction is involved, timing matters. The sooner you reach out, the sooner you can find out whether a direct sale is realistic.
WHY CHOOSE AMERICAN HOME SAVERS
A Local Team to Talk With When the Situation Is Time-Sensitive.
A property tax problem can feel embarrassing or overwhelming. You don't need another person making you feel worse about the situation.
American Home Savers has been helping Hampton Roads homeowners with difficult property situations since 1987. We'll listen to what you're dealing with, look at the property, and explain what a direct sale could look like if the house is a fit.
HELPING HAMPTON ROADS HOMEOWNERS DEAL WITH TAX PROBLEMS
Local Help for Homeowners Throughout Hampton Roads
Property tax collection and sale procedures are handled locally, so the details can vary depending on where the property is located. Whether you're in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, James City County, or York County, it's important to understand where your property stands and what deadlines you're facing.
American Home Savers works with Hampton Roads homeowners who are looking for an alternative to letting a tax problem continue to grow. If you're considering selling before a tax auction, tell us about the property and we'll help you determine whether a direct sale is something worth exploring.
Start With a Conversation About What You Need
When you're dealing with a financial or property problem, you need someone who will actually listen to what you're dealing with. One Hampton Roads homeowner who worked with American Home Savers described being glad she reached out and appreciated having her questions answered and her options explained.
"I'm so glad I reached out. They answered all my calls and texts, explained my options..."
— Miss Marian, Preforeclosure Client, Suffolk, VA
Frequently Asked Questions About Tax Auctions and Selling Your House
Can I sell my house if I owe back property taxes?
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Can I sell my house before a tax auction?
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What happens to the property taxes when I sell my house?
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Can I sell a house with major repairs and back taxes?
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What if my tax auction date is coming up soon?
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Find Out Whether Selling Your House Is Still an Option.
You don't have to know exactly what you're going to do before you reach out. Tell us about the property, the tax situation, and any deadline you've been given. We'll evaluate the house and let you know whether a direct cash sale may be possible. You can then compare that option with the other choices available to you.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR PROPERTY
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Whatever You're Dealing With, You Have Options
Property taxes are only one reason a homeowner may need to sell. American Home Savers helps Hampton Roads homeowners explore direct-sale options for a variety of situations.
Local Help for Hampton Roads Homeowners
American Home Savers works with homeowners throughout Hampton Roads, including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, James City County, and York County.
If you're behind on property taxes or facing a potential tax auction, the first step is understanding your situation and your timeline. Tell us the property address, explain what's happening, and we'll help you determine whether a direct sale is something worth exploring.
SELLING YOUR HOUSE IN HAMPTON ROADS?
Find Out What Your Options Are
Whether you're facing foreclosure, moving, dealing with repairs, tired of being a landlord, or simply ready to sell, American Home Savers of Virginia is here to help. Call us to talk through your situation, or choose your Hampton Roads community below.
