Miami-Dade County, FL

Florida uses a tax certificate system where investors bid down the interest rate. Miami-Dade County holds one of the largest certificate sales in the state, managed through the LienHub platform. This guide covers everything: the bid-down auction process, how to register and place proxy bids, deposit requirements, the 22-month path to tax deed application, redemption rules with the 5% minimum interest guarantee, and all key contacts including the Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Clerk of Courts. You'll also learn about county-held certificates (available year-round at 18%), homestead protections, and Miami-Dade-specific tips for navigating one of Florida's most competitive tax certificate markets.