June Notice of Tax Delinquency
Oakland County residents and business owners with unpaid 2025 property taxes must pay the delinquent taxes, interest and fees in full by March 31, 2028, to retain their property ownership rights. For more information or to pay, use the button below.
Notice to Claim Interest in Foreclosure Sale Proceeds
Property Tax Foreclosure Surplus Claims
If you are Oakland County residential or commercial property that was foreclosed due to unpaid property taxes and sold by the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office, you may be entitled to surplus proceeds from the sale.
Under Michigan law, former Oakland County property owners can file a claim to recover excess funds—the amount remaining after taxes, fees, interest, and administrative costs have been paid—if available. This page outlines your rights, important deadlines, and how to submit a valid claim.
What Are Surplus Proceeds?
Surplus proceeds are the remaining funds from the sale of a tax-foreclosed property after the county recovers the total amount owed. For more information, review the MCL 211.78t.
Who Can File a Claim?
You may be eligible if:
- An Oakland County residential or commercial property owner who held a title or equity interest at the time of foreclosure.
- The property was foreclosed due to unpaid property taxes and sold by the county treasurer.
- The property sale generated more revenue than what was owed in taxes, fees, interest, and administrative costs.
Note: Oakland County has settled all claims related to the Michigan Supreme Court's retroactive ruling on foreclosed property sales. This means that any claims connected to this ruling have been resolved, and no further claims can be submitted or will be paid.
Important Claims Process Dates
If you are eligible to receive any surplus proceeds from the sale of a foreclosed property, you must adhere to the following deadlines.
| April 1, 2026 | Property Foreclosed |
| July 1, 2026 | Notarized Form 5743 must be received by the Oakland County Treasurer's Office. |
| August - October 2026 | Property may be sold at land sale auctions. |
| January 2027 | Oakland County Treasurer's Office will notify claimants by U.S. mail of the sale amount; other claims filed and will provide legal aid resources for help with the claims process. |
| February 1 – May 15, 2027 | Following receipt of the Oakland County Treasurer's notification, a claimant must file a motion with the Sixth Circuit Court in Oakland County for a hearing to determine the claim payment. Download COA Motion Form |
If you are eligible to receive any surplus proceeds from the sale of a foreclosed property, you must adhere to the following deadlines.
| April 1, 2025 | Property Foreclosed |
| July 1, 2025 | Notarized Form 5743 must be received by the Oakland County Treasurer's Office. |
| August-October 2025 | Property may be sold at land sale auctions. |
| January 2026 | Oakland County Treasurer's Office will notify claimants by U.S. mail of the sale amount, other claims filed and will provide legal aid resources for help with the claims process. |
| February 1 – May 15, 2026 | Following receipt of the Oakland County Treasurer's notification, a claimant must file a motion with the Sixth Circuit Court in Oakland County for a hearing to determine the claim payment. Download Motion Form |
Missing these deadlines will result in the forfeiture of your right to claim surplus funds.
How to File a Claim
- Check Your Eligibility
- Submit Your Notarized Notice of Intent Form to the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office, which must be received by July 1.
- Read all Notifications from the Oakland County Treasurer’s Office
- If the sales proceeds are available, submit your court motion to the Sixth Circuit Court in Oakland County by May 15 for a hearing to determine the claim payment.
Need Assistance?
We’re here to help! Review the resources below or contact our office.
Phone: (248) 858-0611
Email: treasurer@oakgov.com