A sheriff sale is a public foreclosure auction conducted by a county sheriff’s office after a court authorizes the sale of a property to satisfy unpaid debt.
Sheriff sales typically follow a legal foreclosure judgment. Properties are sold at public auction, often on courthouse steps or through approved online platforms, with the highest bid winning the property.
Sales are authorized and enforced through the legal system.
Auctions resolve foreclosure judgments.
Homes may sell for less than comparable market listings.
Sheriff sales can offer value, but they require careful preparation. Rules vary by state and county, including payment terms, redemption periods, and occupancy status.
Properties are usually sold as-is.
Deposits or full payment may be required immediately.
Prepared bidders can secure strong value opportunities.
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