Foreclosure auctions (trustee sales) explained
Texas trustee sales happen on the first Tuesday of each month. How to see what's posted and what to expect on sale day.
In Texas, foreclosure auctions (trustee sales) happen on the first Tuesday of every month, usually between 10 AM and 4 PM at the county courthouse or a place the county designates.
See what's posted
- Calendar shows the next sale day for each county and how many properties are posted.
- On Lists, pick Sale within 30 days to see each posted property, soonest first.
- Free public pages show counts and sale dates, for example El Paso auctions. Property details are for members.
On sale day
- Bring certified funds; most Texas trustee sales are cash only, due at or shortly after the sale.
- Many postings are cancelled or postponed before the sale: the owner catches up, sells, or the lender delays. Check the morning of.
- You buy as is, often without seeing inside, and senior liens or taxes may survive. Do your title research first.
Why a posting disappears
A property drops off the posted list when the sale is cancelled, postponed or held. We mark pulled sales when we can see them.
Quick answers
When are foreclosure auctions in Texas?
On the first Tuesday of every month, usually between 10 AM and 4 PM, at the county courthouse or the location the county designates.
How do I register to bid?
Most Texas trustee sales need no registration: you show up with certified funds. Rules vary by county and trustee, so check with the trustee named on the posting.
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