Pre-Auction Offers: Accepted
Auction Begins 09/06 10:00 AM, Auction Ends 09/10 12:00 PM

Tax Sale Certificate Auction | Land | Hagerstown | Washington County
Lot of Land located in Washington County. Parcel is in close proximity to the many attractions of the Downtown Hagerstown area. Easy Access to Major Traffic Arteries I-81 & Pennsylvania Ave.
Please review the information below:

This auction is NOT for the sale of real estate. This auction is for the Tax Sale Certificate. Seller’s rights are only to the Tax Sale Certificate.

Please click the Documents Tab to review the Tax Lien Certificate, Assignment Agreement, and Plat Map, or click on the links above. Please review the Tax Sale Certificate Auction Terms Below.

Any information regarding the parcel on Haven Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Tax ID: #21025119) is for informational purposes only.

1. Auction Platform: This online auction will be held on www.ashlandauction.com. By participating in this auction, you agree to abide by these terms and conditions, as well as any other terms and conditions set forth on the Ashland Auction Group website.

2. Property: The Tax Lien Certificate for sale is for the property located at parcel on Haven Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Tax ID: #21025119)

3. As-Is Condition: The Tax Lien Certificate is sold in "AS IS" condition, without express or implied warranty as to the nature and description of the improvements as contained herein; and subject to easements, agreements, restrictions, or covenants of record affecting the same.

4. Waiver of Inspection Rights: By participating in this auction, you agree to waive the right of inspection for the property associated with the Tax Lien Certificate.

5. Government Code Violations: The Tax Lien Certificate is sold subject to any local, state, or federal government housing code violation notices or vacant house notices.

6. Occupancy and Use Permits: It is the purchaser’s responsibility to verify if a use and occupancy permit exists on the subject property and to obtain any necessary permits or licenses related to the property.

7. Risk of Loss: The purchaser assumes the risk of loss or decrease in the property's value from the date of purchase.

8. Broker Representation: No real estate commission and/or broker commission shall be payable on this transaction.

9. Good Faith Authorization Charge: All bidders are required to post a Good Faith Credit Card Authorization Charge to establish themselves as a bona fide bidder.

10. Non-Performance Penalties: Bidders acknowledge and agree that failure to execute a contract of sale with a deposit may result in substantial economic damages and losses.

11. Buyer's Premium: There will be a 10% Buyer's Premium or a $1,000 auction service fee, whichever is greater, added to the high bid. This fee is in addition to the winning bid amount and must be paid in full at the close of the auction. If, at a later date, there is a tax sale redemption, the Buyer’s Premium is nonrefundable. If the Certificate sells above face value and there is tax sale redemption, there will be no refund of the difference between the face value and purchase price.

12. Payment and Transfer: Upon winning the auction, the bidder must pay the full amount of their bid plus the Buyer's Premium or auction service fee within 3 business days of contract ratification. Upon receipt of payment, the Washington County Tax Lien Certificate will be assigned to the winning bidder.

13. Indemnification: The winning bidder agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Ashland Auction Group and its agents, employees, and representatives from and against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, claims, actions, judgments, costs, and fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) caused by, relating to, or arising out of the winning bidder's purchase or attempted purchase of the Tax Lien Certificate.

14. Limitation of Liability: In no event shall Ashland Auction Group or its agents, employees, or representatives be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, punitive, or consequential damages whatsoever arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with this auction and/or the bidder's use of the auction website, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory, and whether or not Ashland Auction Group is advised of the possibility of such damages.

15. Force Majeure: Ashland Auction Group shall not be held responsible for any interruption in service, errors, and/or omissions caused by any means and does not guarantee continual, uninterrupted or error-free service or use of the auction website. Bidder acknowledges that this auction is conducted electronically and relies on hardware and software that may malfunction without warning.

16. Transfer of Certificate: Upon receipt of full payment, the Washington County Tax Lien Certificate will be assigned to the winning bidder. The transfer will be executed in accordance with the laws and regulations of the State of Maryland. The winning bidder will receive an electronic copy of the certificate at the email address provided during registration. Purchaser shall file the assignment with the Washington County Finance Office.

17. Title and Ownership: The winning bidder acknowledges that the purchase of the Tax Lien Certificate does not convey title to the property or any ownership interest. Instead, it grants the holder the right to collect the outstanding tax debt, plus interest, from the property owner. If the debt is not repaid within a certain period, the holder may have the right to foreclose on the property, subject to the laws and regulations of the State of Maryland.

18. Redemption Rights: The winning bidder acknowledges that the property owner or other interested parties may have the right to redeem the property by repaying the tax debt, plus interest, within a certain period. The winning bidder agrees to comply with all laws and regulations regarding redemption rights.

19. Foreclosure: If the tax debt is not repaid within the redemption period, the winning bidder may have the right to initiate foreclosure proceedings to take title to the property. The winning bidder agrees to comply with all laws and regulations regarding foreclosure and to conduct any foreclosure proceedings in a lawful and ethical manner.

20. Legal Compliance: The winning bidder is responsible for complying with all laws and regulations related to the purchase, holding, and enforcement of the Tax Lien Certificate. This includes, but is not limited to, laws regarding tax collection, interest rates, redemption rights, foreclosure, and eviction.

21. Legal Disputes: In the event of any misunderstanding or disagreement, the parties all mutually agree to binding arbitration by an agreed upon mediator in the State of Maryland.

Deposit: The initial deposit amount is listed above. All deposits must be cash or certified funds.
Property Disclaimers: This auction is only for the Tax Lien Certificate and not for the real estate itself. Circuit Court for Washington County Case #C21CV2200514
Auction Disclaimers: Purchaser responsible for independently verifying/obtaining all zoning, permits, licenses, usage, etc.
Auction ID: A-000010487

Parcel on Haven Rd, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (Tax ID: #21025119)