Delinquent Property Tax Delinquent property tax auctions are held at the county seat (courthouse) or at a place the Taxation and Revenue Department (TRD) designates in the county where the property is located. The Property Tax Division (PTD) strongly urges all...
Property Tax
Where can I find copies of sale lists?
Delinquent Property Tax Upon completion of all preliminary statutory requirements to properly offer delinquent property for sale, a list of eligible properties is available at PTD in the Wendell Chino Bldg, 1220 St. Francis Dr., 2nd Floor, Rm. 207, Santa Fe, NM 87505....
What determines the minimum bid on real property?
The minimum bid is based on the total of taxes, penalty, interest and costs due. The owner’s interest in the real property is also taken into consideration.
What types of payment are acceptable at public auction sales?
All payments at public auctions must be in the form of a cashier's check, money order, personal check or company check. A letter of guarantee from the issuing bank must accompany personal and company checks at the time of registration. Letters of guarantee must state...
What happens if a buyer does not pay for a piece of property?
Delinquent Property Tax All payments at public auctions must be in the form of a cashier's check, money order, personal check or company check. A letter of guarantee from the issuing bank must accompany personal and company checks at the time of registration. Letters...
Does the taxpayer have the right to appeal from the hearing officer’s decision?
Yes. If either the taxpayer or the Department disagrees with the factual findings or legal conclusions of the hearing officer, that party may file an appeal with the New Mexico Court of Appeals within 30 days after the date of the decision. Appeals are decided based...
Where are delinquent property tax auctions held?
Delinquent property tax auctions are held at the county seat (courthouse) or at a place the Taxation and Revenue Department (TRD) designates in the county where the property is located. The Property Tax Division (PTD) strongly urges all potential bidders to inspect...
When does the Property Tax Division hold delinquent property tax sales?
There is no set schedule for public auctions. They occur in each county as title research is completed, all other collection efforts are exhausted and as the Division moves forward in placing property back on the tax rolls. The Division does not hold sales in all 33...
How can a buyer bid on property offered at tax sales?
Individuals who wish to bid on property register on the day of the sale two hours before the start of the auction. Registration closes promptly at the start of the sale. Bidding is on an oral basis with the property going to the highest bidder. Bidders must be...
Does the Property Tax Division provide buyers with title information (deeds, mortgage, liens etc.) prior to a tax sale?
The Property Tax Division does not furnish title information, maps or suggestions about the locations of properties being sold. The responsibility to inspect the property and review the chain of title belongs to the buyer prior to the sale. Buyers should know exactly...