Tax Delinquent List Seems to be Secret Squirrel

[James Baker]

Hello BP,

I have been trying to get a list of delinquent taxes from the Kent County Treasures office here is Grand Rapids.  When I spoke with the office, I was told that strategy doesn't work and home owners do not like people knocking on their doors.  I was a little taken back by his assessment of real estate investing and strategies associated with it and gave me the impression of not knowing what I am doing.  There a list of 2000 properties at .25 cents a property to obtain the list.  I got a feeling that I may be inconveniencing him by asking for a public list. Has anyone had any experiences with a situation with the cost of the list and getting past the first line of defense, e.g., the OFFICE itself?

[Elizabeth Wilson]

@James Baker - They charge "their costs" here, which is by the page (can't remember how much).  But I requested the list last week and haven't heard a word back.  They have no incentive to respond to us or to take the time to print out public records.  Not surprised they are giving you grief.  I'd keep pressing them for the this.  If it takes you a while, you know that many others won't be taking the time/energy to do it!  

Best of luck!  Let me know how it goes!