Tax lien & tax deed investing insights
Strategies, auction know-how, and due-diligence guides for new and experienced tax lien and tax deed investors.
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Arizona Tax Lien Sales: How to Invest, Bid and Earn Interest
Learn how Arizona tax lien sales work, how interest-rate bidding works, the 16% ceiling, what happens after you buy and how to start in Maricopa County.
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How to Start a Tax Lien Business: Entity, Capital and Setup
How to start a tax lien business: choose an entity, plan deposit capital, get an EIN and bank account, register with counties and track dates.
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How Long Do Tax Liens Last? Expiration Rules for Investors
How long do tax liens last? Learn how the lien, the redemption window and the certificate expiration work, with Florida, Illinois and Arizona examples.
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What Is a Junior Lien? How Lien Priority Works at Tax Sales
What is a junior lien? Learn how lien priority works, where junior liens rank at tax sales and what Florida law says about them after a tax deed sale.
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Types of Liens in Real Estate and Where Tax Liens Rank
Learn the main types of liens in real estate, how lien priority works, why property tax liens usually rank first, and what that means for tax lien investors
- 06
Tax Yield Investments: How Tax Lien and Deed Returns Work
Learn how tax yield investments work, how tax lien interest and tax deed profits are earned, what drives returns, the risks and how to start.
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North Carolina Tax Deed Sales: How the Upset Bid Process Works
A tax deed auction in North Carolina is not final when the gavel drops. Here is how the 10-day upset bid period and deposits.
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Tax Deed States: The Complete List
Tax deed states sell the property, not a lien - see the complete list of pure, redeemable and hybrid deed states, redemption windows and OTC options.
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Michigan Tax Foreclosure Auctions
Michigan tax foreclosure auctions explained - why there are no tax liens, the 3-year foreclosure timeline, first vs second auctions and quit claim deeds.
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California Tax Deed Sales: How to Buy Property at County Auctions
California tax deed sales sell property outright with no redemption period. Here is how county auctions work, deposit rules, and how to bid the right way.
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Georgia Tax Deed Sales: How Redeemable Deeds and the 20% Penalty Work
Georgia tax deed sales explained - how redeemable deeds work, the 20% first-year penalty plus 10% per added year, the 12-month redemption and barment.
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Illinois Tax Lien Investing: The 9% Penalty and Redemption Rules
Illinois tax lien investing explained: the 9% max penalty bid that stacks every six months, 3-year redemption periods, sale-in-error refunds and tax deeds.
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Tax Lien Interest Rates by State: A Complete Comparison for Investors
Tax lien interest rates by state range from 8% to 24%. Compare rates, bidding methods, and redemption periods to choose the right state.
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How Much Money Do You Need to Start Tax Lien Investing?
How much money do you need to start tax lien investing? See what a $500, $2,500 or $5,000 budget can buy and the mistakes to avoid at each level.
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New Jersey Tax Lien Investing: High Rates and Unique Rules
New Jersey tax lien certificates pay up to 18%, but bid-down auctions and premiums change your return. Learn how NJ sales, redemption and foreclosure work.
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Over-the-Counter Tax Liens: How to Buy Certificates Without the Auction
Over the counter tax liens let you buy unsold certificates from the county at the full statutory rate - learn where to find them and what to check first
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Florida Tax Deed Sales: How the Process Works and Where to Find Deals
Florida tax deed sales let you buy property for back taxes, but the process trips up beginners. Learn how auctions, deposits and title work.
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Florida Tax Lien Investing: Rules, Rates and Getting Started
Learn how Florida tax lien certificates work: the 18% rate cap, the 5% minimum return, redemption rules, where to bid, and the risks beginners miss.
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Tax Deed Investing: A Beginner’s Guide (2026)
Tax deed investing for beginners - the real pros, cons, full costs and resale margins, how it compares to flipping and foreclosures, and who should skip it.
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Tax Lien vs. Tax Deed Investing: Which Is Better for You?
Tax lien vs. tax deed investing compared across 15 factors, with scenarios, a worked example, and a decision framework to pick the right path.
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How to Buy a Tax Deed Property: A 2026 Guide
Learn how to buy a tax deed property in 2026 - where to find auctions, the due diligence checklist, how to set a max bid, and your first 30 days after closing.
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Understanding County Surplus Funds
Learn how county surplus funds work, who can claim them, and how investors find hidden profits after foreclosure sales.
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What Is a Tax Deed? The Complete Guide for Beginners (2026)
What is a tax deed? Learn how tax deed sales work, how to buy one at auction, realistic returns, and the title and occupancy risks beginners miss.
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The Hidden Costs of Property Ownership After Foreclosure
Discover the true costs after foreclosure, including legal fees, repairs, taxes, and holding costs investors must plan for.
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