South Florida
Miami-Dade County surplus funds
Guidance for locating and claiming foreclosure or tax deed surplus funds held through the Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts and Comptroller.
Miami-Dade handles one of the highest volumes of foreclosure and tax deed surplus in Florida. The Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts and Comptroller holds excess proceeds after certificate sales and mortgage foreclosure sales. Property owners and heirs can file a claim directly with the clerk, though multi-party disputes and title issues are common in this market. Surplus Trustees helps Miami-Dade claimants navigate complex filings when heirs, liens, or competing interests are involved.
Official clerk resource
Start with the official office: Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts and Comptroller. Surplus Trustees is not the clerk of court. We assist rightful owners and heirs when claims are complex.
How to check Miami-Dade 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 do I claim surplus funds in Miami-Dade County?
Claims are filed with the Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts and Comptroller. Start on the clerk website for forms, fee schedules, and the correct division based on whether your case was a tax deed or foreclosure sale.
How long does Miami-Dade hold unclaimed surplus?
Florida law sets deadlines for surplus disbursement and eventual escheat to the state. Do not wait; confirm your case number and sale date with the clerk and submit documentation promptly.
Can heirs claim foreclosure surplus in Miami-Dade?
Yes, but heirs must prove legal entitlement with death certificates, probate orders, or affidavits of heirship. The clerk will not release funds without proper documentation.