Sheriff Sales

A box that links to the Wayne County Sheriff Sales information and scheduling.

Bidding Instructions for Sheriff Sales

  • The bidder must beat the seller's upset price.
  • If the bidder is the successful buyer, then ALL taxes, any municipal liens, Sheriff's costs, attorney's fees, plus 2% poundage and a 2% transfer tax fee will be paid from the bid amount.
  • The buyer MUST have 10% down at the time of the sale.
  • The buyer MUST have the balance due paid within 30 days or they lose their down payment amount.
  • After balance due is paid, the deed is filed.
  1. Where and when are the Sheriff Sales held?
  2. Where are the Sheriff Sales advertised?
  3. What methods of payment are accepted?
  4. How much money is required at the time of sale?
  5. Is there any property research required before the sale?
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