Massachusetts
Sale typeTax lien certificate
Rate / penalty16% flat
Redemption period6 months to 1 year
Massachusetts runs tax sales at the municipal level with a flat 16% rate. Redemption windows vary somewhat by municipality, typically landing between six months and a year.
Not sure how Massachusetts's system compares to a state you already know? Read Tax Lien vs. Tax Deed: What's the Difference? for the full breakdown.
This page is general information, not financial or legal advice. Rates and redemption periods are set by state statute and can change by county or legislative session — always confirm against the county's own auction notice before bidding.