Before the sale
If a tax lien sale has not happened yet, paying the delinquent amount to your county treasurer — in full or, where offered, through an arrangement — keeps your lien from being sold. Contact the treasurer as early as possible to confirm the balance and any deadlines.
After the lien has been sold
Even if your lien was sold at auction, you generally keep ownership and can redeem it by paying the amount owed plus the state-set interest during the redemption period. Redeeming removes the lien and stops the process from going further.
Remember: a sold lien is not a sold home. Colorado law gives you time to respond — but that time is limited, so acting sooner protects more options.
Other ways to resolve it
- Sell the property before more penalties and interest accrue, protecting the equity you have built.
- Use equity through refinancing or a loan to pay the taxes, where that makes sense for you.
- Explore a creative solution such as a lease option or other flexible arrangement if a standard path does not fit.
- Check relief programs for seniors, people with disabilities, and military that may defer or reduce what is owed.
When to get help
If the notices are piling up or a deadline is close, talk to someone experienced right away. A licensed Colorado broker who has handled these situations for decades can help you understand the fastest, safest option for your circumstances.