Sold to State Properties
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"Sold to State" properties
are parcels that were offered at a past annual tax sale, and were not purchased at that time. As
provided by Code Sections
40-10-21 and 40-10-132
, the State of Alabama Revenue Department offers for sale tax
certificates and tax deeds, which are currently in the possession of the State
(usually between 6500 and 8500 items from Jefferson County). You may purchase
a complete listing of Jefferson County Sold to State tax parcels via
Internet or by calling (205)325-5084 anytime during
business hours (8 to 5, Central Time, M-F). Listings are available in the form
of hardcopy, CD or e-mail.
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Sold to State Properties FAQ
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How many parcels are in a Sold to State status at any given
time? Anywhere between 6500 to 8500 Sold to State parcels are available.
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How do I purchase certificates from the State of
Alabama? You must have the parcel number of the certificate you wish to
purchase. Then complete the online State Resale Application (it's free).
The completed form will be electronically sent to the State Department of Revenue. The State
Revenue Department will respond to your application by mailing directly to you a price quote
letter. You will have twenty days to respond to the price quote by sending in a cashier's
check for the stated amount. State Application Procedures
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How do I know if I will get a certificate or tax
deed? Tax deeds are issued on properties that have been delinquent for more than
three years.
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When will I get a document from the State? Once the State
receives your payment, they will begin processing either a tax certificate or a tax deed,
whichever is appropriate. Upon completion of that document, they will mail it directly to
you, approximately 6 to 8 weeks.
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What do I do with my certificate? Keep it in a
safe place! If the property is redeemed, you will be notified to return it to us to get your
money back plus interest. If the property is not redeemed prior to the three-year
anniversary of the original sale, bring the certificate to our office and exchange it for
a tax deed ($5.00).
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What do I do with my tax deed? Record it
immediately in the Judge of Probate Office and consult your legal sources
regarding possession and use of the property.
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