Berrien County Tax Forfeiture Help (2025) – March 1st Deadline

Property Tax Forfeiture in Berrien County?
You Still Have Choices

Clear information about your timeline and options.

Free Guide: Understanding Your Timeline and Options

Get clear information about the March 1st deadline and what it means for your situation:

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(269) 479-2720

Understanding the March 1st Deadline

Here’s what’s actually happening and what the timeline means:

March 1st is the final date to pay back taxes in full and keep your property.

After this date, the property enters the county foreclosure process and will be scheduled for auction. This is a legal process with specific steps and timelines.

Understanding these timelines helps you make informed decisions about your situation.

What Happens at the Timeline:

  • Before March 1st: You can pay the full amount owed and keep your property
  • After March 1st: Property enters foreclosure process toward auction
  • At Auction: Property is sold to highest bidder
  • After Auction: Surplus funds (if any) can be claimed within specific timeframes

What Are Your Options?

Depending on your situation and timeline, you have several paths available:

1

Catch Up on Taxes

If you have access to funds or can secure them before March 1st, you can pay the full amount and keep your property.

2

Explore Selling

If keeping the property doesn’t make sense, you may be able to sell before the auction and preserve more of your equity.

3

Claim Surplus Funds

If the property goes to auction and sells for more than taxes owed, you can file a claim for the difference.

Each situation is different. The right path depends on your specific circumstances, resources, and goals.

Who We Work With

Berrien Tax Relief helps property owners who want clear information about their situation:

  • Homeowners trying to understand their tax situation and timeline
  • Property owners exploring their options before the March 1st deadline
  • People who want straightforward guidance without pressure
  • Anyone interested in understanding the process and making informed decisions

How We Help

Our role is to help you understand what’s happening and what choices are available:

  • Clear Information – We explain your tax situation, deadlines, and amounts in plain language
  • Real Options – We discuss the actual paths available based on your specific circumstances
  • Professional Connections – We can connect you with local professionals who specialize in these situations
  • No Pressure – You make the decisions that make sense for your situation

How It Works

Simple. Straightforward. On your timeline.

1

Reach Out

Contact us and share what’s going on with your property situation.

2

Get Clear Information

We review your situation and explain your actual options in plain language.

3

You Decide

You choose the path that makes the most sense for your circumstances.

Serving Property Owners Across Berrien County

We provide tax forfeiture information and assistance to homeowners in:

Cities: Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Niles, Buchanan, Watervliet, Coloma, New Buffalo, Bridgman.
Townships: Lincoln Charter, Benton Charter, Oronoko, Royalton, Chikaming, Three Oaks, Baroda.

Get Clear Information About Your Situation

If you’re facing property tax forfeiture in Berrien County, understanding your timeline and options helps you make informed decisions.

A simple conversation can help clarify what’s happening and what choices are available to you.

Contact Berrien Tax Relief

Phone: (269) 479-2720
Email: help@berrientaxrelief.org
Important Disclaimer: Berrien Tax Relief is not a law firm, tax firm, or government agency. We do not provide legal or tax advice. Any decisions you make regarding your property or taxes should be made in consultation with qualified professionals. Our role is to help you understand your options and, where appropriate, connect you with potential solutions.