What is TAX DEED?

A legal instrument transferring title that is absolute to the buyer of the property sold for not paying taxes when the redemption period has expired. See also tax sale certificate.

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Related Legal Terms
INOPERATIVE DEED, DEED OF TRUST, DEED OF TRANSFER, SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED, QUITCLAIM DEED, RELEASE DEED OF, DEED OF RELEASE, DEED OF COVENANT, GENERAL WARRANTY DEED, DEED INTER PARTES


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