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A sheriff sale is scheduled. What should you do first?

When a sheriff sale is scheduled, confirm the status directly with the official office, find out whether it is a mortgage, tax or other judgment sale, and call a lawyer or legal aid today. Sale dates can change. Our form and any offer do not postpone a sale.

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Confirm the official status

Philadelphia Sheriff real estate: (215) 686-3565. Delaware County Sheriff sale changes: (610) 891-4305; Delaware County Tax Claim Bureau: (610) 891-8294. Bucks County publishes sale listings that can change. Use the office named on your paperwork, not third-party lists.

Identify the type of sale

Mortgage foreclosure sales, tax sales and other judgment sales follow different rules. Do not assume rules you read about one apply to the other.

Get legal help today

Legal Aid of Southeastern PA: (877) 429-5994. Philadelphia homeowners can call Save Your Home Philly at (215) 334-4663. A lawyer can tell you what options remain in your case.

If you are considering a sale

Selling before a scheduled sale may be possible in some cases, but timing, lender approval and court steps control it. We do not promise a closing date or that a sale will happen in time. Any proposal must disclose the buyer, role, terms and compensation in writing.

Do today

  • Call the official office to confirm the sale's current status
  • Ask whether it is a mortgage, tax or other judgment sale
  • Call a lawyer or legal aid
  • Collect the notice, docket number and lender contacts
  • Avoid signing deeds or powers of attorney without independent review

Questions people ask

Can WorkWithBar postpone a sheriff sale?

No. Only the court, the plaintiff or the process described in your case can change a sale. A lawyer can explain what applies.

Is the listed date always current?

No. Dates can be postponed or changed. Confirm directly with the sheriff or tax claim office.

How fast can a sale close?

We do not promise closing dates. Title, payoff, lender approval and court steps all affect timing.

What if I don't know which kind of sale it is?

Ask the office named on your notice. Mortgage and tax sales are handled by different offices in several counties.

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Educational information only, not legal advice. Sources checked 2026-11-01; this page has not been reviewed by a lawyer. Programs, phone numbers and dates change — confirm with the official office. Questions: Jabbar@workwithBar.com.

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