Unpaid Real Estate Property Taxes (FAQs)

If I don't pay my taxes, will I really lose my ownership interest in the property?

I have delinquent taxes and I have moved or changed my mortgage company that pays my taxes through an escrow account. Who do I have to notify?

I did not get a tax bill now my taxes are delinquent and am I assessed delinquent fees? Can I have the fees waived?

Does the Midland County Treasurer accept US mail postmarks as payment received date?

I cannot pay the total amount due on my delinquent taxes. What can I do?

I cannot come to the office during regular business hours and do not want to mail the payment. Is there another method to make my payment?

What happens if I give a check for payment of my land taxes and the check is returned non-sufficient funds?

Property under my ownership has been forfeited. I do not have sufficient financial resources to pay the amount due. Is there anything I can do to keep my property from being foreclosed?

I have delinquent taxes. What is the process if the taxes remain unpaid?

Will my neighbors know that my property has been forfeited and subject to foreclosure?

How do I purchase foreclosed property?

My property has been forfeited for non-payment of delinquent property taxes. Does that mean I lost my property?

I purchased a new home last year and the taxes are nearly double this year. What happened?

What is the most important lesson I need to know after I purchase real estate?