Property Ownership
A Maine homeowner receives a notice of a tax lien. If they do not pay, the next step in the tax collection process is typically:
AImmediate sheriff's sale
BAutomatic deed to the municipality after the redemption period expires✓ Correct
CFederal seizure of the property
DImmediate eviction
Explanation
Maine municipalities follow a specific tax lien foreclosure process. After a lien is filed and the redemption period (typically 18 months) expires without payment, the municipality may take title to the property.
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