Tax Deeds in Alabama

[Srini K.]

If one buys a tax deed (sold over 3 years back on Alabama dept of revenue website), does it wipe out other liens such as HOA fees, fire dues etc.. Normally a tax foreclosure would wipe out other liens?

Is there a website in Alabama where I could do a title search or deed search myself to check on any potential liens on a property i wish to buy a tax deed on?

[Denise Evans]

@Srini K., weed liens and other local government liens are not wiped out. The tax sale takes precedence over HOA liens, but you will have to pay the HOA dues after you have a tax deed. If the taxpayer redeems, they will have to reimburse you for HOA dues plus 12% per year interest.