Services: Tax Sales

Trusted by Ontario’s municipalities — over 4,000 tax sales and counting

For over 30 years Realtax has supported over 4,000 tax sales across Ontario. We manage both public tender and public auction formats, keeping your municipality compliant and protected.

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Expert Support for Every Stage of the Process

Final review of the tax registration work

Minimum tender or bid calculation worksheets

Preparation and placement of advertisements including:

Local newspaper ads
Ontario Gazette notices

On-site or phone support during tender openings or auctions

Payment-into-Court guidance and documentation

Reminders before key one-year deadlines

Support with surplus proceeds and Payment-into-Court Statements of Fact

Results

Our tax sale process minimizes legal risk, reduces administrative burden, and frees up staff time.

Features

Turnkey service

From the first arrears certificate to surplus distribution, Realtax manages every step.

Specialized expertise

We focus exclusively on Ontario municipal tax registration and tax sale work. That means up-to-date knowledge of legislation, forms, and court requirements.

Compliance confidence

Every file is reviewed against the Municipal Act, O. Reg. 181/03, and related legislation.

Transparent tracking

Regular file summaries and deadline notices ensure nothing gets missed.

Testimonials

“You won’t find a more skilled and expert team than Realtax. Thanks to their experience, the tax sale process goes off without a hitch.”

Kelly Tiffin

Tax Collector, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry

Testimonials

"My experience is from a previous municipality, but has always been fantastic."

Karmen Kreuger

Director of Corporate Services/Treasurer, City of Stratford

Testimonials

"Realtax has made the process of tax registration so easy. The staff is very knowledgeable and they really take care of everything."

Shelly Lafleur

Payroll, Payables & Billing Administrator, Township of Red Rock

Testimonials

"My experience with Realtax has always been amazing. They have always been the friend who Shows Me The Money!"

Michael McGovern

Treasurer, Central Frontenac

Testimonials

"It has been a wonderful experience working with Realtax for more than 15 years. We are a small northern community with limited staff and their expertise in tax collection has assisted us in recovering thousands of dollars in outstanding taxes."

Candy Beauvais

Clerk-Treasurer, Municipality of Killarney

Testimonials

"It has been excellent. Staff there are very helpful, prompt, professional, and experienced."

Dane Smith

Deputy Treasurer, Township of Otonabee-South Monaghan

Testimonials

"The customer service provided by the team makes processes so much easier to do. They track all the dates and are always there to answer questions."

Charlene Henrie

Accounts Receivable/ Property Tax, Ear Falls

Testimonials

“Great experience using Realtax's services over the years. They keep us on track with all Legislated deadlines and have a wealth of tax registration/sale expertise on staff to assist with any questions that arise during the process.”

Laura Blakey

Tax Collector/ IT Coordinator, Township of Lake of Bays

Testimonials

“Working with Realtax has made registering arrears certificate and holding tax sales a breeze. We feel comfortable knowing we are working within provincial legislation with Realtax at the helm.”

Anthony Scaringi

Tax Collections and Appeals Officer, City of Niagara Falls