• Full names of all purchasers 
• Photo Identification for all purchasers
• Social Security Numbers or Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) for all purchasers
• Cash or check payable to Carver County; Debit and Credit Cards are not accepted
• Payment for purchase price plus the following fees
  • State Deed Fee = $25
  • Assurance Fee = purchase price times 3%
  • State Deed Tax = purchase price times .0033 if greater that $3,000; minimum of $1.65
  • Ag Conservation Fee = $5
  • Recording Fee = $46; plus Torrens fee if applicable
  • Well Certificate = $50; only required if the property has a well
  • Expiration of Redemption Fee = $75
  • Sheriff Fee for Service of Documents = $110

Application for State Deed will be submitted after checks have cleared the bank. Recorded State Deeds will be sent to you in approximately 90 days after the sale. 

• All sales are final and no refunds or exchanges are permitted.
• All property is sold "as is".
• We highly recommend that you thoroughly research any tax forfeited property before purchase, including but not limited to existing mortgages and/or liens.
• All sales are subject to existing leases and building restrictions along with easements obtained by any governmental subdivision or agency for public purpose.
• Carver County makes no warranty that the land is build-able.
  • These properties might not conform to local building and zoning ordinance.
  • The buyer should understand that environmental and/or watershed/water conservation issues may affect the property. 
  • If the property is located in the city, potential purchasers are encouraged to contact the city for information regarding building codes, zoning laws and other municipal information that affects the property. 
  • If the property is located in the township, potential purchasers are encouraged to contact Carver County Land Management Department at (952) 361-1820 to discuss zoning code standards. 
• If the property has cancelled special assessment charges, they may be reassessed by the taxing authority.
• The appraised value does not represent a basis for future taxes, nor does the purchase price reflect a taxable market value of the property.
• You may not have clear title of the property after the purchase. Tax forfeiture creates a break in the chain of title/ Services of an attorney may be necessary to make the title marketable.