Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Texas

Delinquent property taxes

There is a 38-acre tract of land adjacent to my property that I am interested in buying; however, it is impossible to track the owner as there are too many heirs. The person responsible for paying the property taxes has been delinquent since 1998, and I would like to know what avenues I can explore in owning the land by default. Does the land have to go to foreclosure/auction before I can pursue buying it? Also, is there any way I can own it after 7 years if I pay the back taxes on the property?


Asked on 3/19/03, 9:26 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Basil Hoyl Law office of Basil Hoyl

Re: Delinquent property taxes

There is a five year statute of limitation for those taking title by deed and paying taxes, under the special rules of adverse possession. Purchasing at a tax auction is another way to acquire land. You might have a quick title search done for about $100 and track down the heirs (especially since minors might have some interest in the property ???)

http://www.reasonable-doubt.com

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Answered on 3/22/03, 7:04 pm


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