Can I Stop a Tax Deed Sale In Florida

05/12/2026

Nancy Cope

"Can I Stop a Tax Deed Sale in Florida? 4 Ways to Save Your Home"

1. Pay the Delinquent Taxes in Full
If you have the cash, pay the tax collector all delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and fees. This redeems the certificate and stops the process.

2. Set Up a Payment Plan Some counties offer payment plans, but you typically must be able to make quarterly payments. If you're already at the tax deed stage, this option may no longer be available.

3. Sell Your Home Yourself
This is where we come in. Selling your home before the auction lets you:

Control the price (not let strangers bid blind)
Get cash for your equity
Choose your timeline
Avoid the public humiliation of auction

4. File a Legal Challenge
If you weren't properly notified of the sale (wrong address, no certified mail, no posting), you may be able to challenge the tax deed in court within 4 years 
. This requires an attorney and doesn't stop the immediate sale.