IMPORTANT: Surplus funds are held for a limited time before being transferred to the State of Florida. Act promptly.
Tax Deed Surplus Notice
You May Be Entitled to Surplus Funds from the Sale of Your Property
Our records indicate you are the prior owner of a property sold at tax deed sale. You may have a legal right to claim the remaining equity.
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Your Property Record
Dear —,
According to our records, you are the prior owner of the property listed below, which was sold at a
— County Tax Deed Sale.
Under Florida Statute §197.582, the remaining equity from that sale — after satisfaction of any outstanding taxes and
government liens — may be legally yours to claim.
Property Address
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Tax Deed Number
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Parcel / STRAP #
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Sale Date
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County
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Surplus Funds on Record
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As the prior legal titleholder of record of —,
you may be entitled to some or all of the — in surplus funds
currently held by the — County Clerk of Courts.
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Review All Owners on This Property
The following names are listed as owners on the deed for this property.
We've matched them to records in our system where possible.
Any owners not yet in our system will need to be added before you can proceed.
Preview Your Claim Packet
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Your personalized claim packet has been prepared using the information on file. It contains all required
documents to file your surplus claim with the — County Clerk of Courts.
Below is a partial preview. Purchase to unlock the complete, fillable packet.
What's Included in Your Packet:
Claim Cover Sheet
Notice of Surplus Funds
Notarized Affidavit of Claim
Photo ID Placeholder Page
Recorded Deed Placeholder
Certified Probate Order (if applicable — certified copy required, not e-filed)
Contact Information Sheet
Submission Instructions
IRS W-9 Form
Claim Filing Instructions & FAQ
— COUNTY CLERK OF THE COURT & COMPTROLLER
Tax Deed Surplus Claim — Cover Sheet
TAX DEED #: —
CLAIMANT TYPE: Previous Owner
PERCENT BEING CLAIMED: 100%
NAME:—
ADDRESS:—
PHONE:—EMAIL:—
Checklist for All Claims:
Completed claim affidavit; notarized with two witnesses
Copy of government-issued photo ID
Copy of recorded deed (for previous owner claim)
Assignment of Interest; notarized with two witnesses (if applicable)
Certified copy of Order of Summary Administration, Letters of Administration, or other probate order (if applicable) — certified copy required; e-filed copies are not accepted
Certified copy of Power of Attorney (if filing as POA) — certified copy required; e-filed copies are not accepted
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Important Notice: Surplus funds are distributed on a priority basis after satisfaction of all valid government
liens. The amount shown reflects the gross surplus on record; your net entitlement may vary. Claim filing deadlines vary by
county. Funds not claimed within the statutory period may be transferred to the State of Florida's unclaimed property program.
This packet is provided as a convenience and does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting with an attorney
regarding your specific circumstances.
