Tax Lien Certificate sales

[Joshua D.]

Hey guys, I have a friend who claims he knows someone who bought a house for $296 at a tax lien sale. This just sounds outrageous to me. He said he has another who bid and got one for $1293 at the county auction. Can anyone shed some insight for me on these tax lien sales? There is one coming up on October 24th I'd like to attend, but I know nothing about them. I don't even know who to contact for information! Thank you, Jordan