Unpaid property taxes can complicate a Lithonia home sale, especially when the amount owed has changed since the original bill. Before comparing purchase offers, obtain current information about the account and provide any notices to your closing attorney.
The goal is to understand what must be addressed and what the proposed sale would leave you after closing.
Verify the current amount
Contact the appropriate tax office through its official channels. Ask about outstanding taxes, applicable interest, fees, and the status of any collection action.
Keep written information showing the property identification and date of the balance. An old bill may not reflect the amount currently required.
Review notices promptly
A delinquent account, recorded tax lien, and property already scheduled for a tax sale involve different questions.
Give your attorney the actual notices rather than relying on a summary of what you remember. Ask which deadlines apply and what steps would be needed for a proposed transaction.
Ask how the closing would handle the obligation
A closing attorney can explain the required payoff, documentation, and title review for the property.
Do not assume that a buyer’s offer automatically clears every tax issue. Ask whether the proposed purchase price and available funds are sufficient to complete the transaction as planned.
Compare estimated net proceeds
Include the mortgage payoff, tax-related amounts, and other expected expenses when comparing offers.
A repair-first listing may involve additional spending and ownership time. A condition-based offer may involve different price and inspection terms. Compare the complete proposals rather than the headline amounts alone.
TBK Buys Houses can review a possible purchase of your Lithonia house. Share the current condition and available tax information so known obligations are included in the discussion.
Visit TBK Buys Houses to discuss your options.