Property being sold for non-payment of Property taxes
Here's the scenario. My brother recently received a phone call out of the blue from an individual inquiring about buying a parcel of land which my brother owns that the county is going to auction off for non-payment of back taxes. The thing is, my brother has received no communication whatsoever from the county regarding any deficiency, and knows nothing about any supposed sale, though he acknowledges he hasn't kept current on his property taxes. He recently talked to the County Auditor who told him that in order to stop the sale, he has to come in and sign a document called "Concession of Judgement" Doesn't there have to be a "trial and court ordered judgement" before they can proceed? Not having seen the document, it seems to me that they are trying to coerce him into signing a contract, thereby making any Administrative process moot. Has anyone heard of this document before? Can anyone give me any insight as to what the proper procedure they are supposed to follow is when they perform this maneuver? Doesn't there need to be a lien filed, or a court order/judgment? Also can anyone suggest a way to stall the auction, as it is to be held at the end of this month. If there is no lien, would filing a UCC financing statement, with him as the debtor be of any use? As I have done a considerable amount of work on the property, I believe that gives me a legitimate interest in the property. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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