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Supreme Court sides with Michigan county in a tax foreclosure case
By Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an effort to change tax foreclosure sales to let homeowners to keep more money when their property is sold to recoup unpaid taxes.The high court ruled against a sweeping argument from a Michigan family whose house was sold for less than half its open-market v...
Key takeaway The high court ruled against a sweeping argument from a Michigan family whose house was sold for less than half its open-market v...
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The Supreme Court's decision to reject a push to require higher prices on tax foreclosure sales has significant implications for Bexar County homeowners who fall behind on their property taxes. In San Antonio , where the housing market has seen significant growth in recent years, the difference between auction sale prices and open-market values can be substantial. While the court's ruling upholds the traditional rule that taxpayers receive only the difference between the auction sale price and unpaid taxes, it also emphasizes the importance of ensuring that foreclosure sales are conducted fairly. This ruling may lead local governments in Bexar County to review their foreclosure processes to ensure they are meeting the standards set by the court. Homeowners in San Antonio who are struggling to pay their property taxes should be aware of their rights and the potential consequences of foreclosure, and seek assistance from local resources if needed.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an effort to change tax foreclosure sales to let homeowners to keep more money when their property is sold to recoup unpaid taxes.The high court ruled against a sweeping argument from a Michigan family whose house was sold for less than half its open-market v...
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