If a homeowner fails to pay taxes for an extended period, the government may sell the property or the debt through one of two main methods: How to Buy Property With Delinquent Taxes - SmartAsset.com

Before making an offer, you must verify the property's tax status. Unpaid taxes are public record and can be found through several channels:

If you buy a property "as-is" or at a tax auction, you may be assuming all existing liens , meaning you become responsible for the unpaid taxes yourself. Buying via Tax Sales