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6 Steps to Unlawful Detainer – Step 1: The Notice

The 6 Steps to Unlawful Detainer Part 1 of a 6 part series on the Unlawful Detainer Action in Arkansas. At some point, every landlord faces the dilemma of having a tenant that won’t pay rent, yet refuses to leave! So, what can you do? Before you start:  Know the law: Every state has different

Arkansas Real Estate Laws

Arkansas Law Read these Arkansas Real Estate Laws, and see how they apply to you: Remember:  The law often changes, and this website does not offer a complete compilation of Arkansas law. Each case and situation is different. This webpage is meant to give you general information and not to give you specific legal advice.  If

Landlord Law

Your Arkansas Attorney for Landlord Law. Landlord Matters: LEASES: We will be happy to review your current lease, or draft a new one for you to use with your rental properties. EVICTIONS: If you have tenants who are behind on rent, or have otherwise broken their lease, we may be able to help with evicting by using the Arkansas ‘Unlawful Detainer’ process.

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas. What is a Tax Deed Property? The State of Arkansas conducts annual “Tax Deed” auctions of properties delinquent on real estate taxes. When property owners fall behind in paying property taxes on their land in Arkansas, the land (and house, if applicable) will be forfeited to the state and eventually auctioned off to

Redeem Tax Delinquent Property in Arkansas

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas. Who can redeem tax delinquent real property, and what does this process involve? Have you lost your house to the State because you are behind on taxes? Do you have your eye on your neighbor’s house, knowing that they haven’t paid taxes in years? Not just anyone can redeem tax

Post-Auction Sales for Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas. What is the post auction sales process? New Post Auction Sales Process: What happens to tax delinquent (tax deed) properties that were offered at the initial public auction, but did not sell? The Commissioner of State Lands (COSL) has rolled out a new post auction sales (formerly known as ‘negotiated sales’)

How to purchase Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas. How do you purchase Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas? The 2018 tax delinquent, or tax deed, land auctions will begin April 3, 2018 in Pope County and will continue through September 19, 2018 in Cleburne County, Arkansas. Check our upcoming events page for more complete and updated scheduling information. Potential bidders

Research before buying Tax Deed Property

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas. What research should I do before purchasing Tax Deed property in Arkansas?  The Commissioner of State Lands, John Thurston, strongly urges potential buyers to research all properties at the county level before purchasing: Determine the location and size of the parcel; and Check for liens, mortgages, and other taxes or assessments that may

After Purchase of Tax Deed Property

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas. What happens after I purchase Tax Deed property in Arkansas? When do I receive a deed to the property I am purchasing? Purchaser’s Certificate After paying in full for a property, the buyer will receive a “Purchaser’s Certificate.” This document does NOT convey title or ownership to the property. It simply states

Liens and Mortgages on Tax Deed Property

Tax Deed Properties in Arkansas What happens to the Liens and Mortgages on Tax Deed property in Arkansas? Mortgages, Judgments, or other encumbrances The Commissioner of State Lands (COSL) attempts to provide notice to all interested parties that have been identified and made known to him. If the interested party receives proper notice of a sale but fails