North Florida
Madison County surplus funds
Guidance for locating and claiming foreclosure or tax deed surplus funds held through the Madison County Clerk of Court.
Madison County surplus from Madison and Greenville sales is held by the Madison County Clerk of Court. Former owners may file with the clerk for excess foreclosure or tax deed proceeds. Madison North Florida rural properties produce modest surplus when sales exceed encumbrances. Surplus Trustees helps Madison claimants coordinate clerk filings when probate or lien questions arise.
Official clerk resource
Start with the official office: Madison County Clerk of Court. Surplus Trustees is not the clerk of court. We assist rightful owners and heirs when claims are complex.
How to check Madison 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
Where is Madison foreclosure surplus deposited?
With the Madison County Clerk of Court court registry until authorized release.
Can Madison heirs claim surplus?
Yes, with probate orders or affidavits of heirship and proof of decedent ownership.
Does Madison clerk charge surplus claim fees?
Check the Madison clerk fee schedule for current recording and processing costs.