Has anyone experienced any issues with purchasing a tax certificate (lien) after the owner(s) have passed away. The lien is a year old and it's suspected that the owner passed prior to paying taxes.
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Hi all,
I found this website after doing a google search on REO's and tax liens. I am located in California.
My Situation
I had a federal tax lien filed against me last year. Im currently on a payment plan. I am ...
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I ...
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