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Overview
Gwinnett County (Lawrenceville) holds tax sales on the first Tuesday of selected months, managed by the Tax Commissioner. The Sheriff's Office separately conducts sales for civil judgment levies. Mortgage foreclosure auctions are conducted by lenders' attorneys. Bidders must register with the Tax Commissioner before the sale and should complete the Bidder Registration Form in advance.
Quick Reference
How to Bid at a Gwinnett County Sheriff Sale
Follow these steps to participate in an upcoming Gwinnett County auction:
Find upcoming listings
Browse Gwinnett County sheriff sale listings on SheriffIQ or the county sheriff’s website. Check sale dates and property details.
Research the property
Run a title search through the Gwinnett County Recorder of Deeds. Check property tax status, municipal liens, and IRS liens. Drive by the property to assess exterior condition.
Register to bid
Required before sale; advance form at gwinnetttaxcommissioner.com. Complete registration before the deadline to receive your bidder credentials.
Attend and bid
Attend the auction at the designated location on sale day. Bidding is live, verbal, and ascending.
Pay the deposit
If you win, the deposit (the required deposit) is due per county rules. Have your payment ready in the accepted format — typically cashier’s check or money order.
Pay the balance
The remaining balance is due Certified funds (cash, cashier's check, certified check). Failure to pay typically results in forfeiture of your deposit and potential ban from future sales.
Receive your deed
After full payment, the Sheriff’s Deed is recorded and transferred to you.
Key Notes for Gwinnett County Investors
Tax sale bidders must register before the sale; complete the Bidder Registration Form in advance to expedite the process.
The winner must both offer the most money AND be able to pay it that day with certified funds.
A tax deed conveys only defeasible title; after one year, work with a Georgia attorney to foreclose the right of redemption.
The Tax Commissioner generally holds sales in selected months only; check the website for the current schedule.
Sheriff's Sales for judgment liens are a separate process from tax sales.
Federal liens (IRS, HUD, DOJ) may survive a non-judicial Georgia foreclosure sale; conduct a thorough title search.
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View Gwinnett County ListingsFrequently Asked Questions
How do I register for a Gwinnett County sheriff sale?
Required before sale; advance form at gwinnetttaxcommissioner.com. Check the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office website or SheriffIQ for current requirements and upcoming sale dates.
Can I inspect a property before bidding?
No. Sheriff sale properties are sold AS-IS. The Sheriff’s Office cannot provide property access or keys. Drive by to assess exterior condition and neighborhood, but interior inspections are not available before the auction.
Is there a redemption period in Georgia?
Georgia mortgage foreclosure sales have no redemption period. However, tax sales carry a 12-month redemption period where the former owner can reclaim the property by paying the sale price plus a premium.
What liens survive a Gwinnett County sheriff sale?
Property tax arrears, municipal liens (water, sewer, code violations), and IRS federal tax liens typically survive a sheriff sale. Junior mortgages and judgment liens are usually extinguished if properly named in the foreclosure suit. Always run a comprehensive title search before bidding.
Where can I find Gwinnett County sheriff sale listings?
SheriffIQ aggregates Gwinnett County sheriff sale listings with opening bids, property photos, ARV estimates, and auction dates. You can also check the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office website directly.
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