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A foreclosure, also called a judicial sale, is a court-ordered process of selling real property at public auction to recover an amount owed in a civil final judgment. The process is governed by Chapter 45 of the Florida Statutes and the Florida Rules of Court.

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Foreclosure Sales Services
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
Holiday Schedule and Office Closures

Sarasota Main Office
Historic Courthouse
2000 Main Street
Sarasota, FL 34237

Venice Full-Service Office
South County Courthouse
4004 S. Tamiami Trail, 2nd Floor
Venice, FL 34293

941-861-7400
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FAQs

What is a foreclosure sale?

A foreclosure sale, also called a judicial sale, is a court-ordered process of selling real property at public auction to recover an amount owed in a civil final judgment. The process is governed by Chapter 45 of the Florida Statutes and the Florida Rules of Court.

Learn about the Clerk and Comptroller's foreclosure services.

What forms of payment are accepted for foreclosure sales?

Are sale or registry fees required?
Registry and sale fees are earned at the time services are rendered, and are non-refundable despite an order vacating or setting aside a sale. As such, these risks are assumed by the depositor (bidder or plaintiff).
- Registry fees are earned when funds for a purchase are deposited.
- Sale fees are earned when the property is auctioned.

FORM OF PAYMENT	INSTRUCTIONS
Cash	Hand deliver to the Clerk and Comptroller by close of business the day before the sale. View Clerk and Comptroller hours and locations.
Cashier's Check	Make payable to Sarasota Clerk and Comptroller. Deliver to Clerk and Comptroller's office by close of business the day before the sale.
Wire Transfer	Initiate at your bank. Allow 48 hours for funds availability.

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