Did you know that when a property in Paulding County sells at a tax auction for more than what was owed in taxes, that extra money is called excess funds? That money belongs to the former owner or anyone with a legal claim—like a mortgage holder. These funds are held for five years by the county before going to the state’s unclaimed property department Paulding County Government.
You can ask the county for this information, but it takes effort. You’ll need an Open Records Request Form, which you can email to TAXCOMM@PAULDING.GOV or bring in person during business hours Paulding County Government. Plus, claiming the money usually requires forms, ID, and title documents—a process that isn’t built for fast results.
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