Tax and probate guides
Free guides for Kansas City owners. Pick taxes if the county is owed money. Pick probate if an estate is involved.
Short answer: These pages explain the process. They do not replace the county or the court. If you want a cash offer after you read them, call (816) 429-2900.
Property taxes
Tax delinquent guide
Start here if the county is owed taxes or a tax sale is coming.
Missouri vs. Kansas tax sales
How the process changes when the house is on the other side of the state line.
Redemption period
What it means when there is still time to pay.
Back taxes paid at closing
How the taxes can be paid from the sale instead of from your pocket.
Sell before the tax sale
What has to happen before the county sale date.
Excess proceeds
What may happen if a tax sale brings in more than the taxes owed.