Who conducts the tax deed sale?
The tax deed sale is conducted by a deputy clerk of the Lake County Clerk of the Circuit Court in accordance with Florida Statute 197.103. • Where is the tax deed sale held? The tax deed sale is held in the Tax Deed Conference Room 114 of the Lake County Public Records Center located at 122 E. Main St., Tavares. • When is the tax deed sale held? Tax Deed Sales are generally held several times per month on Tuesdays at 11:15am. Check the Public Sales Calendar for specific dates and times. • Are the tax deed sales advertised in a newspaper? Yes. Tax Deed Sales are advertised in the Daily Commercial. The contact number for the Daily Commercial is (352) 365-8200. • Do I have to register with the Clerk’s Office before the sale? Yes, please arrive a few minutes prior to the start of the sale to register. As part of the registration process, you must have proper identification, such as a driver’s license, in order to have your signature notarized. All prospective bidders must register in order