Property tax sale

[wenny]

For those passing through these are questions that should have answers WAY BEFORE one gets the property, not after the deed is done.

That's exactly what I am doing here, asking advice from you guys before I go to the auction.

 

[seniorjudge]

That's exactly what I am doing here, asking advice from you guys before I go to the auction.

In addition to the other advice you have gotten so far, you need a title report on the place and a survey. Also, I'd find out if there were any environmental problems with it (lead-based paint, buried gas tanks, whatever).

 

[pojo2]

That's exactly what I am doing here, asking advice from you guys before I go to the auction.

Now how on earth did I possibly get the idea the deed was done?

What can I do if I have bought a property from County of San Diego property tax sale

Oh maybe because you use I HAVE instead of I am contemplating? Just a guess.

 

[HomeGuru]

maybe a good guess****************************..

 

[LindaP777]

In Ohio (probably not in CA, or HG & pojo would have said so) we file a "writ of possession". In effect, it is eviction and still must be handled as the law allows.

 

[HomeGuru]

In some states it is called an unlawful detainer action.

 

[wenny]

Now how on earth did I possibly get the idea the deed was done?

What can I do if I have bought a property from County of San Diego property tax sale

Oh maybe because you use I HAVE instead of I am contemplating? Just a guess.

I am sorry I didn't use the right grammer. But the fact is not so critical here, because it's pure discussion. There should always be a solution to each situaton where a problem can either be complicated or simple. A constructive advice is more helpful.

 

[wenny]

In addition to the other advice you have gotten so far, you need a title report on the place and a survey. Also, I'd find out if there were any environmental problems with it (lead-based paint, buried gas tanks, whatever).

Thanks for your advice. I actually did a Grantor-Grantee search to find out if there are any liens or encumbrances against the owner. I also reviewd the parcel map to see if there is any easement. Is that sufficient? Since I am not planning to buy land or commercial properties, probably I don't need a survey or concern about environmental issues, right? My biggest concern now is how to deal with prior owner or tenant. At least now I know what I can do in a situation where the prior owner is still living there in a worst senario. But what if a tenant is living there? I want to know what the law says and comply to it. I can either read CA landlord tenant law, or I can get quick answers from people who are so kind and helpful of offering my advice. Any feedback is appreciated.

 

[seniorjudge]

Thanks for your advice. I actually did a Grantor-Grantee search to find out if there are any liens or encumbrances against the owner. I also reviewd the parcel map to see if there is any easement. Is that sufficient? Since I am not planning to buy land or commercial properties, probably I don't need a survey or concern about environmental issues, right? My biggest concern now is how to deal with prior owner or tenant. At least now I know what I can do in a situation where the prior owner is still living there in a worst senario. But what if a tenant is living there? I want to know what the law says and comply to it. I can either read CA landlord tenant law, or I can get quick answers from people who are so kind and helpful of offering my advice. Any feedback is appreciated.

Are you buying something hanging in mid-air?

 

[wenny]

Are you buying something hanging in mid-air?

Oh, yes, something like residential properties, such as single family homes, or condos

 

[seniorjudge]

Q: I actually did a Grantor-Grantee search to find out if there are any liens or encumbrances against the owner. I also reviewd the parcel map to see if there is any easement. Is that sufficient?

A: No.


Q: Since I am not planning to buy land or commercial properties, probably I don't need a survey or concern about environmental issues, right?

A: Wrong.


Q: But what if a tenant is living there?

A: Eviction.


All these questions were previously answered; go back and re-read this thread.

 

[wenny]

Thanks for the answers.

 

[HomeGuru]

read them again****************************.

 

[ENASNI]

Find out if tenant is on a lease or is month to month as well. If on a lease you have to take over until it runs out.

 

[acmb05]

First find out what the laws are on buying tax certificates. If you buy a tax certificate you are not buying the house you are buying the unpaid taxes on it. Therefore the owner of the house has a certain period of time from the date of sale to come up with the taxes owed plus interest and they must pay you those taxes and interest. You then release the lien on the home.

If they do not pay the taxes and interest in that period of time you then go back to court and take possession of the property. After all of this is said and done you can then evict the tenant.

Until the redemption period ends you cant do anything to evict the tenants who live there now.