Greetings all,
I have a question regarding a January home foreclosure hearing for the Wayne County treasurer. This is regarding an uncle who owes back taxes on a house he hasn’t lived in for several years.
He did have an apartment in a senior living community and was told to sell his house when he moved there, but wouldn’t.
Earlier this year, due to ongoing health issues and mental state, he had to move to a nursing home for skilled care, which means he won’t be able to go to the hearing. He’s been told he’ll probably lose his house because he owes back taxes. He still wants somebody to check on his house, make sure the snow is shoveled, light is on, etc. We figure the power & water has been off for years due to non-payment.
My question is, if a homeowner doesn’t show up at the hearing to either pay in full or make arrangements, how soon would Wayne County take possession? What is their procedure?
According to the tax website, one year on my uncle’s house is subject to foreclosure, the other years are delinquent. I know the auctions are in September & October and my uncle’s house will probably be listed for bidding in 2020.
It’s very sad, because it’s a beautiful older home.
Please post any info you have.
Thanks.
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