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Smith County does not sell tax lien certificates. Investors may purchase properties at our tax sales.

Tax Sale Information

Requirement
  • Completed written statement of no taxes due from the Smith County Tax Assessor-Collector's office.
  • Complete the form titled Request for Written Statement under Texas Tax Code §34.015 Regarding Delinquent Taxes found on the location link below. On this form you are to list all properties owned by you in SMITH COUNTY or ANY CITY or ANY SCHOOL DISTRICT that is located at least in part in Smith County.
  • Include email address on the mailing address line of form.
  • Have completed form notarized. Wait to sign form before the notary so she/he may witness your signature.
  • Submit notarized form with $10.00 to the Smith County Tax Office to request a written statement.
Date and Time

First Tuesday of every month at 10:00 a.m.

Location
https://smith.texas.sheriffsaleauctions.com
To Obtain a Tax Sale List
A tax sale list will be published in the Tyler Morning Telegraph on three occasions during the two weeks preceding the sale (dates vary). Notices are also posted at the Smith County Courthouse. Visit the web sites of the tax attorney's who represent Smith County.
Payment
Payment in full is required of the winning bidder on the day of sale. Payment must be by cashier's check or money order. Credit cards are not accepted.
Other Costs
The other costs that must be paid at time of sale are: any fees that have not been paid, other costs associated with the sale; also, taxes for post judgment years may also be due from the buyer.
Deed
A sheriff's deed is issued at the time of sale, or shortly thereafter.
Redemption
The owner may redeem the property at any time up to six months to two years after the sale. The redemption period varies for each property according to the type of property, the length of time we have been trustees, etc. When an owner redeems the property, he must pay the investor the amount paid at time of sale plus 25% and any costs of sale during the first year of redemption. During the second year, the investor is entitled to the amount paid at the time of sale plus 50% and any costs of sale.