No document can be removed from the Official Records without a court order. Therefore, citizens are urged to contact local law enforcement and an attorney for prompt, appropriate action if fraud is suspected.
The Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller must record all documents that meet the requirements outlined in the Florida Statues. The Clerk has no authority to refuse to record a properly prepared document, even if it may be fraudulent.
Check the Official Records using the Records Search to see what documents are recorded under your name and sign up for Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller’s free Recording Notification Service for automated email alerts when your name is added to the Official Records index. If your property is vacant, check often to make sure it …
Properties listed on the Foreclosure Sales Calendar will have the word “Canceled” and the reason for the cancellation beside them to indicate that the property is no longer going to a foreclosure sale. The Circuit Civil clerks will make every effort to keep this information current; however, to check for last-minute cancellations, you may wish …
If you fail to pay the balance due, you will forfeit your deposit. If you are the highest bidder and you do not honor your bid for any reason, you may be barred from bidding at any future foreclosure sales in Lake County.
For a fee, title companies offer title searches and title insurance. You may also wish to seek legal advice from an attorney. Title companies and attorneys may be found online. The Clerk’s Office does not guarantee a clear title and is not responsible for any encumbrances on the property.
If you bid at a sale and the sale is set aside for reasons other than Clerk’s error, the Clerk will retain the sale and registry fees earned. A court order will be required for the release of all other funds paid by the successful bidder.
If you are the successful bidder, the amount of your bid must be placed in the registry of the court. A Clerk’s fee of 3% of the first $500 and 1.5% of the remainder of your bid will be due on that amount. Also due at this time are the documentary stamps, which are charged …
At the time of the sale, if you become the successful bidder, you must immediately deposit five percent (5%) of your bid with the Clerk in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or attorney trust account check. No personal checks will be accepted. The balance of your bid, plus costs, must be paid in the same …
When scheduled, foreclosure sales may be held Monday through Friday at 11 a.m. at the Lake County Courthouse, 550 W. Main St., Tavares, FL. Sales are generally held in the Jury Assembly Room located on the first floor, east wing. When necessary, we may hold sales in the first-floor lobby of the North Wing. Signs …
