Falling behind on property taxes can happen faster than most homeowners expect. A job loss, medical bills, divorce, or unexpected expenses can make it difficult to keep up, especially when tax bills continue to rise year after year. Once unpaid taxes turn into a tax lien, the stress and urgency only increase.
At Mike Buys Houses, we help Michigan homeowners sell houses with tax liens or delinquent property taxes for cash. You don’t need to pay off the lien first. You don’t need to fix up the property. And you don’t need to wait for a traditional buyer who may not qualify. We buy houses as-is and help homeowners move forward before tax problems spiral into foreclosure.
When property taxes go unpaid, the county or municipality places a tax lien on the home. This lien gives the government a legal claim against your property until the debt is paid in full, including penalties and interest.
If the lien isn’t resolved, the consequences can be severe:
Many homeowners don’t realize how quickly unpaid taxes can grow or how limited their options become once a lien is in place.
Once a tax lien exists, selling through a realtor becomes extremely difficult. Most buyers, and their lenders, won’t move forward unless the lien is paid off before closing. That puts homeowners in a tough spot:
Even if you receive an offer, buyers may back out due to delays, legal complications, or fear of title issues. Meanwhile, penalties continue to pile up.
This is where a cash buyer experienced with tax liens makes all the difference.
We specialize in buying properties with complicated financial issues—including tax liens, delinquent taxes, and pending tax foreclosure. Because we use our own cash and work with experienced professionals, we can often resolve the lien as part of the sale, so you don’t have to come out of pocket.
We buy houses with:
You don’t need to navigate this alone—and you don’t need to let the situation get worse.
Our process is designed for homeowners who need clarity and relief quickly.
There are no realtor commissions, no closing costs, and no repair requirements.
Tax issues can feel overwhelming, especially when government notices start arriving. Homeowners choose us because we provide a clear exit strategy without judgment or pressure.
When you work with Mike Buys Houses, you get:
We understand that tax liens often come during already difficult times. Our goal is to reduce stress, not add to it.
Tax foreclosure is one of the most damaging outcomes for homeowners. Unlike traditional foreclosure, tax foreclosure can happen quickly and leave you with nothing if the property is seized and sold.
Selling your house before foreclosure can help you:
If you’ve received tax notices or are worried about what comes next, acting sooner gives you more control and better outcomes.
If unpaid property taxes are weighing on you, you still have options. You don’t have to wait for foreclosure notices or sink more money into a house you can’t afford to keep. Mike Buys Houses is ready to help you sell your house with a tax lien quickly and fairly.
Call us today at (586) 284-5301 for a confidential, no-obligation consultation. Or fill out our quick online form to get your cash offer today.
Yes. You can sell a house with a tax lien. While traditional buyers often won’t move forward, Mike Buys Houses specializes in buying houses with tax liens and can resolve the lien as part of the sale.
No. In most cases, you do not need to pay the tax lien upfront. The lien is typically handled during the closing process, so you don’t have to come out of pocket.
Not when you sell to an experienced cash buyer. Because we use our own funds and understand lien resolution, tax liens do not stop us from closing quickly.
Unpaid tax liens can lead to increasing penalties, interest, and eventually tax foreclosure. Acting sooner gives you more options and helps protect any remaining equity.
Yes. We regularly buy houses with multiple years of unpaid property taxes and complicated tax situations.
Closings can happen in as little as 7 days, depending on the situation. We also offer flexible timelines if you need extra time to move.
No. We buy houses as-is, even if the property is damaged, vacant, or in poor condition.
Selling your house for cash does not negatively impact your credit. In fact, resolving a tax lien through a sale can help prevent further financial damage.
No. All offers from Mike Buys Houses are completely no-obligation. You’re free to accept or decline.
That’s not a problem. We buy houses with tax liens, code violations, title issues, damage, and other complications.
Mike Buys Houses
32455 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI, USA
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