Behind on property taxes · St. Louis
Behind on property taxes? Don't let a tax sale take your equity.
Back taxes pile up quietly, then penalties and interest pile on top. If you've been getting letters from the collector's office, you're not alone, and there is still time to protect what you've built in your home.
We understand what you're facing
Taxes are easy to fall behind on, especially on an inherited or vacant house, or after a reassessment raises the bill. The longer it goes, the more you owe.
If you're not sure how much you owe or how close a tax sale is, start with the St. Louis City or St. Louis County collector's office. Then call us, and we'll talk through what a sale would leave you with.
We help homeowners in this situation across St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Jefferson County and St. Clair County, Illinois, including Florissant, Hazelwood, Ferguson, University City, Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Affton, Mehlville. See how a cash sale works or read how to choose a cash home buyer you can trust.
How we help
What selling to Brickyard looks like
- Back taxes, penalties and interest are paid directly from the sale at closing.
- Any remaining equity goes to you.
- We can close quickly when a tax sale date is approaching.
- We also buy houses with other liens, code fines or unpaid utility bills.
We inherited a property and had no idea what to do with it. From the first phone call these guys were nothing but patient and kind. They explained everything clearly, never pressured us, and made what could have been a really overwhelming process feel completely manageable.
Webster Groves, MO · Inherited home
Why sellers choose Brickyard
The easiest way to sell your house in St. Louis
A fair offer in writing
A real number, usually within a day of seeing the house, and it holds through closing.
Any condition, as-is
Repairs, damage, clutter, code issues. You don't fix or clean a thing.
Zero fees
No commissions, no closing costs, no junk fees. We pay them.
Your closing date
Close in as little as 7–14 days, or on the date that works for you.
We handle it all
Payoffs, liens, back taxes, title work and paperwork. You just sign.
Terms that fit your life
Need more time, a fast close or help with what's left in the house? We'll make it work.
This page is general information, not legal advice.
In writing, every time
The Brickyard Promise
Five commitments we make to every St. Louis homeowner, whether or not you sell to us.
Your written offer holds
No surprise price cuts at the closing table. If something serious turns up that neither of us knew about, we show you and talk it through before anything changes.
Zero fees, ever
No commissions, no closing costs, no junk fees. The number we agree on is what you receive, minus any mortgage or liens you owe.
Your date, your pace
Close in as little as 7–14 days, or on whatever date works best for you.
Terms built around you
Close fast or close later, leave behind what you don't want, need more time to move. Tell us what you need and we'll make it work.
Everyone hears the same thing
Siblings, spouses and attorneys all get exactly the same information you do.
What happens when you call
Tell us what's going on
Call, text or fill out the form. One of us listens and answers your questions. No pressure, just a conversation.
We visit, you don't prep
We meet you at the house at a time that works for you. No cleaning, no repairs. Leave it exactly as it is.
Fair offer, your closing date
You get a written cash offer, usually the same or next day. Say yes and you pick the day we close.
Common questions
Can I sell my house if I owe back taxes?
Yes. The title company pays the delinquent taxes from the sale proceeds at closing.
What happens if my house goes to tax sale?
The county can sell the property to recover the unpaid taxes, and owners can lose their equity. Rules and timelines vary, so check with the collector's office.
Do you buy vacant houses with back taxes?
Yes, including vacant and inherited homes.
Other situations we help with
Relocating or moving
Close on your schedule, even from out of town.
Learn moreInherited house or probate
Settle the estate without clearing out a lifetime of belongings.
Learn moreDownsizing or assisted living
We'll time the sale around the move.
Learn moreVacant house
Turn an empty house into cash and stop the monthly bills.
Learn moreTired of being a landlord
Sell with tenants in place. No evictions, no repairs.
Learn moreNeeds repairs or updates
Foundation, roof or old systems: sell it exactly as it is.
Learn moreFire, water or storm damage
Sell it as-is, whether or not insurance came through.
Learn moreFull of belongings
Leave everything behind. We handle the cleanout.
Learn moreDivorce or separation
A simple, fair sale so you can both move on.
Learn moreAvoiding foreclosure
Sell on your terms, pay off the loan and protect your credit.
Learn moreReady when you are.
Tell us about your house and get a fair cash offer, usually within a day. No obligation, no pressure.