Sheriff Announces New Fees for Sales

From Friday’s Addition of the Cape Gazette

Sheriff Announces New Fees For Sales

Sussex County Sheriff announced recently that new fees will mean some changes for future sheriff’s sales in Sussex County.
Beginning Wednesday, August 22, 2007, all sheriffs’ sales will be subject to a 4 percent fee, up from 3 percent, on the total selling price of real property. The minimum amount to be collected by the sheriff’s office will increase from $300 to $500, but the cap will remain at $10,000. Also for the first time, a one-time set-up fee will be charged on all sheriffs’ sales. The fee will be $75.00.

For a copy of the ordinance establishing the new fees, visit www.sussexcountyde.gov or contact the sheriff’s Office at 855-7830.