Citrus County Clerk of Court and Comptroller — Tax Deed Surplus Funds (Florida Homeowner Guide)
Serving Inverness • Crystal River • Homosassa • Lecanto • Beverly Hills • Hernando
If your property in Citrus County, Florida was sold at a tax deed auction, you may be entitled to surplus funds—the remaining money after taxes and liens are paid. Many homeowners never claim these funds, miss deadlines, or file paperwork incorrectly, which causes the Clerk to deny or delay their claim.
This guide explains who qualifies, how the claim process typically works, why so many Citrus County claims fail, and how Visionary Surplus Recovery helps homeowners secure their money before it escheats to the state.
At the end of this page you can:
✔ Check your surplus eligibility using our Confirm Surplus Eligibility Tool
✔ Download our Equity Claim Form Checklist
✔ Contact our Equity Claims Department or our cash-offer division (Visionary Estates UPP LLC) if you prefer a fast sale before auction
What Is a Tax Deed Surplus in Citrus County?
When a property sells at a Citrus County tax deed sale for more than the outstanding taxes, interest, and costs, the extra money becomes a surplus.
This surplus belongs first to:
The homeowner of record prior to the sale
Then to subordinate lienholders
Then escheats to the State of Florida if unclaimed
Most homeowners lose this money simply because they don’t file correctly or don’t file at all.
Who Can Claim Tax Deed Surplus Funds in Citrus County?
The following parties may qualify:
✔ Former property owner (most common)
The legal owner before the tax deed auction.
✔ Heirs of deceased owners
If the homeowner passed away, heirs may claim (with required probate documentation).
✔ Subordinate lienholders
Such as mortgages, code enforcement liens, or judgments—only if their liens were wiped out by the tax deed sale.
✔ Trustees, representatives & POA holders
With proper documentation and notarized authority.
✔ Businesses or LLCs that owned the property
If you are unsure whether you qualify, use our Confirm Surplus Eligibility Tool to check instantly.
Citrus County Tax Deed Surplus Claim Process
(This is the general process used across Citrus County and throughout Florida. No external links included.)
1. Verify that surplus funds exist
Surplus funds become available after the auction is finalized and accounting is completed. Visionary Surplus Recovery can confirm this for you.
2. Prepare the required claim package
Typically includes:
Verified Claim form
Government-issued ID
Deed or ownership proof
Probate documents (if applicable)
Affidavit of Heirship (if no probate)
Assignments or POA documentation (if represented)
3. Submit your claim to the Citrus County Clerk of Court & Comptroller
A completed claim must be notarized and filed correctly. Missing information can delay approval by weeks or months.
4. Clerk reviews the claim
If multiple parties file (e.g., heirs or lienholders), the clerk may schedule a court hearing.
5. Disbursement of surplus funds
Once approved, the Citrus County Clerk issues a check to the rightful claimant(s).
Common Cities We Serve in Citrus County
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Inverness (County Seat)
Crystal River
Homosassa
Lecanto
Beverly Hills
Citrus Springs
Floral City
Hernando
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Why Citrus County Surplus Claims Are Often Denied
This is where most homeowners get stuck:
1. Incorrect or incomplete claim forms
Wrong entries, missing signatures, or improper notarization.
2. Missing probate documentation
If the owner is deceased, the Clerk requires legal proof of heirship.
3. Multiple heirs with conflicting claims
This leads to lengthy court hearings.
4. Lienholders claim before the homeowner
Many homeowners don’t realize lenders can file first.
5. Failure to respond to Clerk’s requests
If you miss a deadline or don’t submit requested documents → claim denied.
6. Filing after the surplus escheats to the State of Florida
Once this happens, you must file with the state (far more complicated).
Visionary Surplus Recovery handles all of this so you don’t lose what you’re legally owed.
Avoid Losing Your Surplus — Get Expert Help
Homeowners in Citrus County often lose thousands simply due to avoidable mistakes.
Visionary Surplus Recovery’s Equity Claims Department assists with:
Preparing the full claim package
Navigating probate issues
Coordinating with multiple heirs
Handling lienholder disputes
Expediting review and communication
You can also check your eligibility instantly with our Confirm Surplus Eligibility Tool.
Need to Sell Fast Instead of Waiting for Foreclosure?
If you're still before auction and facing tax deed or mortgage foreclosure, Visionary Estates UPP LLC can provide a fair cash offer, close quickly, and stop foreclosure timelines.
This prevents you from losing your equity altogether.
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