Can I Sell a House With a Lien or Back Taxes?
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Can I Sell a House With a Lien or Back Taxes?
A lien is a claim against the house, a mortgage, a tax bill, a judgment, a contractor. It does not automatically block a sale. It has to be handled at closing or released first.
The full situation page is sell a house with liens in Missouri. This page is the yes/no plus what to bring.
What title can usually pay from proceeds
- Mortgage payoff
- County or city back taxes
- Some judgments and HOA claims, when the numbers work
The title company orders the payoff. You do not have to “clear it first” in every case.
When a sale may not work
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Common questions
Do I need a lawyer first?
Not always. If a judgment or a messy divorce decree is in the file, an attorney can help. We are buyers, not your counsel.
Can you pay my tax bill today?
No. Taxes get lined up on the settlement statement.
What should I have ready?
Address, lender or collector names, and any notices. Call 636-525-1566.
Ready to sell your St. Louis house as-is?
Cash offer, no repairs, we typically cover closing costs. Typically about 2 weeks. Call 636-525-1566. We answer 24/7.