Maximum Bid Calculator
The most common way investors lose money at a tax deed auction is overbidding. This tool works backward from your resale value and target profit to the highest price you can responsibly pay.
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Realistic resale value once the property is fully repaired, based on comparable sales.
Total rehab / cleanup cost to reach that ARV.
Any liens that survive the sale plus taxes you must pay to keep the property.
Cost to obtain marketable title (quiet title, barment, attorney fees).
Insurance, utilities, taxes while held, and resale commissions/fees.
The profit you want to keep after all costs. Many investors target 15–30%.
Your maximum bid ceiling
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This calculator is an educational planning tool, not financial or investment advice. Results depend entirely on the accuracy of your inputs. Always complete full due diligence and confirm every cost before bidding.