Central Florida
Highlands County surplus funds
Guidance for locating and claiming foreclosure or tax deed surplus funds held through the Highlands County Clerk of Courts.
Highlands County surplus from Sebring and Avon Park sales is held by the Highlands County Clerk of Courts. Claimants petition the clerk for excess foreclosure or tax deed proceeds with proper records. Highlands retirement community housing produces regular surplus opportunities. Surplus Trustees supports Highlands owners filing with the clerk when mobile home titles or heir claims require investigation.
Official clerk resource
Start with the official office: Highlands County Clerk of Courts. Surplus Trustees is not the clerk of court. We assist rightful owners and heirs when claims are complex.
How to check Highlands County
- Confirm whether the sale was a mortgage foreclosure or a tax deed sale.
- Search or call the clerk using the case number, tax deed file number, name, or property address.
- If the sale is older, also search Florida's Treasure Hunt.
- File the clerk's claim forms before any hard deadline (tax deed notices often use a 120-day window).
Related guides
- How to check for Florida surplus funds
- Florida foreclosure surplus (FS 45.032)
- Florida tax deed surplus (FS 197.582)
- Heirs and estates
Local FAQ
Who manages Highlands County surplus?
The Highlands County Clerk of Courts holds surplus until disbursed to qualified claimants.
How do I find Highlands tax deed surplus?
Contact the Highlands clerk tax deed section with parcel and certificate data.
What if Highlands surplus owner died before claiming?
Heirs or estate representatives file with probate or heirship documents through the Highlands clerk.