Process - Buying A House At Auction

Hire a title company to perform a full search. You must identify any existing liens, unpaid property taxes, or co-owner claims that may "survive" the auction and become your responsibility.

If you win, you must typically sign the purchase agreement immediately—sometimes within 4 to 5 hours for online sales. 🗝️ Phase 3: Post-Auction & Closing buying a house at auction process

Bidding against professional investors who may drive prices up. Hire a title company to perform a full search

If financing is allowed, you need a firm pre-approval letter and must account for a buyer's premium (often ~5% on top of the bid price). 🔨 Phase 2: Registration & Bidding unpaid property taxes