Unpaid Property Taxes Responsibility

Summary

The user is dealing with a situation where their deceased spouse left unpaid property taxes. The county placed a tax lien on the property, which the user sold. The buyer agreed to deduct the tax amount from the sale price. The user is unsure about who is responsible for the unpaid taxes. In Kansas, typically the buyer is responsible for any unpaid taxes unless otherwise stated in the contract. Its recommended to consult with a real estate attorney to understand the rights and responsibilities in such situations.

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Tonya
Hi Tonya, could you please provide more details about the legal issue you're facing?
The county took my house for back taxes my didnt pay he died I didnt know we owed I sold it who pays the taxes me or the buyer
What state are you located in? This will help me provide more accurate information. Generally, unpaid property taxes can become a lien on the property, which the new owner may be responsible for.
Kansas
What was the agreement in the sale contract regarding the payment of back taxes? In Kansas, typically the buyer is responsible for any unpaid taxes unless otherwise stated in the contract.
I didnt see anything on the paper we haven't finalized yet waiting on death certificate
What is the status of the probate process for your husband's estate? In Kansas, the executor of the estate is typically responsible for settling any debts, including unpaid taxes.
Their is none of I'm not sure we both own our property
Have you consulted with a probate attorney to understand your responsibilities and rights as a co-owner of the property?
No
It's important to consult a probate attorney to understand your rights and responsibilities. In Kansas, you can contact Kansas Legal Services at *-*-*-* for assistance.
Ok I just need to know who pays the taxes they are making me pay it
What is the exact amount of the back taxes owed? In Kansas, typically the buyer is responsible for any unpaid taxes unless otherwise stated in the contract.
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What is the status of the sale? Has the buyer agreed to pay the back taxes? In Kansas, typically the buyer is responsible for any unpaid taxes unless otherwise stated in the contract.
No
What is the status of the sale contract? Have you discussed the issue of back taxes with the buyer?
We are closing when death certificate comes in
What is the agreed sale price of the property?
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What is the buyer's stance on the unpaid taxes?
They are taking it out of the *,*
What is the exact amount they are deducting from the sale price for the unpaid taxes?
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What is the remaining balance after the deduction of the unpaid taxes from the sale price?
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What will you do with the remaining balance of $*? In Kansas, any remaining balance after paying off debts from the sale of a property typically goes to the estate.
Idk really nothing pay bills
What is the status of your husband's estate? Have you opened probate?
There isnt one
What do you mean by "there isn't one"? Are you referring to your husband's will or estate?
There is no statue on anything he had no will
What is the status of your husband's estate in terms of probate?
It's not in probate they put a tax lien on the house
What is the county in Kansas where the property is located? This will help me provide you with the contact details of the local tax office for further assistance.
Cowley
What is the status of the tax lien on the property?

In Kansas, tax liens are typically handled by the county treasurer's office. For Cowley County, you can contact them at (*) *-*.
It's up they were to auction off the house last week but I sold it that day
What is the current status of the tax lien after the sale of the property?
Over
What is the status of the tax lien after the sale of the property? In Kansas, tax liens typically pass to the new owner unless otherwise stated in the sale contract.
Idk
What does the buyer say about the tax lien?
They are taking it outta the *,* they pay me
What is the status of the sale contract? Have you finalized it with the buyer?
No
What is the reason for not finalizing the sale contract yet?
Waiting on death certificate
What is the estimated time of arrival for the death certificate?
Next week
What are your plans after receiving the death certificate?
Closing on house
What is the agreed upon date for closing on the house after receiving the death certificate?
Their is no final date
What is the buyer's plan regarding the tax lien after the closing of the house?
They are taking the *,* out of the *,* they are paying me
What is the buyer's plan for the remaining balance after deducting the tax lien amount from the sale price?
Giving it to me
What will be your next step after receiving the remaining balance from the buyer?
We will be done
What is your plan if there are any additional taxes or fees that arise after the sale?
Idk
What is your plan for seeking legal advice regarding this matter?
Idk I thought you could tell me who pays
In Kansas, typically the buyer is responsible for any unpaid taxes unless otherwise stated in the contract. However, it's important to consult with a real estate attorney to understand your rights and responsibilities.